Acquiring an MSE Manager to Drive Broadcast Technology Innovation
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A leading broadcast technology provider struggled for six months to fill a newly created Media Systems Engineering Manager role. After multiple unsuccessful hiring attempts, Caspian One stepped in - delivering six highly qualified candidates, all leading to interviews, and ultimately securing the right expert for the position.
This story represents Caspian One’s ability to deliver niche technical talent for highly specialised roles where traditional hiring efforts fall short. By leveraging our industry expertise and expansive network, we successfully secured a Media Systems Engineering Manager for a leading broadcast technology provider, ensuring a seamless hiring process after months of internal challenges.
Our tailored approach not only filled a critical leadership gap but also relieved management pressures and strengthened the company’s IT and engineering capabilities.
The Challenge
Timeline Television, an industry-leading broadcast technology and services provider, required a Media Systems Engineering (MSE) Manager as part of an internal restructure. The goal was to relieve the pressure on their existing leadership, particularly in managing IT and MSE operations. Despite multiple hiring attempts through direct sourcing, the right expertise was proving impossible to find.
“Media Systems Engineering at Timeline is a little different to most MSEs in the industry. We just couldn’t find the right person,” explained Lynne Hobbs, Timeline’s Internal Recruiter. “We advertised it a couple of times, but it wasn’t the right people applying.”
The challenge lay in the unique nature of the role - it wasn’t a traditional IT or Broadcast Engineering position, making it difficult to attract candidates with the necessary blend of skills. After months of unsuccessful searches, “I rang Caspian One and said, ‘Help,’” Hobbs recalled, turning to our team for a more targeted approach.
Our Approach
A Caspian One consultant led the engagement, working closely with Timeline’s internal recruiter and hiring manager to gain a deep understanding of the role beyond what was written in the job description. “A job description just doesn’t give the full picture, so I always want the recruiter to speak with the hiring manager directly,” Hobbs noted.
By tapping into our extensive industry network, we conducted a precise search, identifying candidates with the right mix of technical expertise, leadership ability, and industry-specific experience.
Six subject-matter experts were identified and submitted
All six progressed to first interviews
A successful hire was made, securing the right expertise for the role
Throughout the process, we ensured constant communication and collaboration, keeping all parties aligned from initial screening through to offer stage and onboarding. “Caspian One has always been straightforward, open, and kept me informed on every step of the process,” Hobbs shared.
The Outcome
The successful hire transformed operational efficiency at Timeline Television, relieving pressure on senior leadership, particularly in IT and MSE operations. The new MSE Manager brought critical expertise that had been missing from the internal hiring process, addressing long-standing challenges that had stalled previous recruitment efforts. Their impact was immediate, streamlining workflows and enabling the business to operate more effectively.
Beyond the initial hire, this success also paved the way for further growth. Caspian One later placed an additional Engineer into the team, further strengthening Timeline’s technical capabilities. “I usually give you guys more jobs than I give others because of the success rate,” Hobbs confirmed. Timeline Television has since described the hire as “absolutely bloomin’ marvellous,” recognising the long-term value of securing the right talent through industry expertise and precision skills acquisition.
What This Meant for the Client:
This engagement was about more than just filling a role - it was about solving a persistent hiring challenge and delivering a specialist who made an immediate and lasting impact.
By understanding the complexities of the role and refining the search process, Caspian One provided a targeted solution that internal recruitment efforts had struggled to achieve. The successful hire not only alleviated pressures on senior leadership but also enhanced IT and MSE operations, driving greater efficiency across the business.
With the right expertise in place, Timeline Television has been able to streamline operations and strengthen its technical capabilities. The success of this placement reinforced the value of working with a specialist talent partner, leading to further collaboration, including additional key hires to support their long-term growth.
Key Details & Expertise
Keywords: Media Systems Engineering (MSE), Specialist Skills Acquisition, IT Infrastructure, Resource Acquisition Challenges, Broadcast Technology, Subject Matter Experts, Engineering Manager Role, Internal Recruitment Collaboration, Niche Expertise, IT Requirements Support
Primary Areas of Expertise: Change Management, Infrastructure
Secondary Areas: Skills Acquisition, Broadcast Technology Specialists, Team Leadership, Project Management
Resource Roles: Broadcast Engineer, Engineering Manager, Solution Architect (Broadcast)
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