The ICT Digital / Communications sector is made up of sectors such as: communications equipment and services, computers, film and television, ICT (Information Communication Technology), information processing, multimedia communications, publishing and services, software development and vision and sound equipment.
Source: New Economy Manchester's Policy & Research Team
Key Statistics
Distribution of Employees in ICT Digital/ Communications
working within Greater Manchester, 2007
Employment Concentrations
based on numbers working in ICT Digital / Communications in Greater Manchester, 2007
Large or significant ICT Digital/Communications employers in Greater Manchester include:
British Telecom - Telecommunication services
KPMG - Accountants
Mason Communications - Telecommunication consultants
Micro Direct Ltd - Computer systems
National Grid Wireless Ltd - Telecommunication services
NCC Group - Computer services
Pannone LLP - Solicitors
Pantek Ltd - Automation systems and equipment
Quill Computer Systems - Computer services
Zen Internet Ltd - Internet providers
Source: Business Solutions, 2008
Employment Concentrations
based on numbers working in ICT Digital / Communications in Greater Manchester, 2007
Forecast employment changes in ICT Digital / Communications
in Greater Manchester, 2008-2013
Occupations include:
Communication operators
Computer engineers (installation and maintenance)
Database assistants and clerks
Design and development engineers
Electrical and electronic technicians
Electronics engineers
Information and communication technological managers
IT operations technicians
IT strategy and planning professionals
IT user support technicians
Software professionals
Telecommunications engineers
TV video and audio engineers
Case Studies
Jackie Kenny:
Age 19
Database Administrator
After leaving school with eight GCSEs I thought about going to college but instead opted to become an apprentice. I was interested in a modern apprenticeship because I wanted to get some hands on experience and get paid while I trained.
I started out as an apprentice in Business Administration but after achieving NVQ Level 2 I realised that what really interested me was working in IT. I then moved into my current role which involves producing computerised documents and CDs for clients.
Being an apprentice has meant I’ve gained a real insight into the world of work and learnt some very valuable skills. Having employees with experience of working with computers is something that most employers need these days so I feel I’ve made a really good career choice.
Karen Cooper:
Age 26
Web Developer
Fairly soon after finishing my degree, I started work as a Web Developer for a Manchester-based company that provides website promotion and search engine solutions to businesses.
I first became interested in web design while studying Interactive Multimedia Communication at university. In my final year I started looking for jobs that might utilise the skills I’d learnt during my degree. The company I now work for took me on despite the fact I had no relevant work experience. They were interested in employing me because of everything I had learnt about web design while at university.
Looking back, I’m really glad that I decided to pursue a career in web development. I get to be at the cutting edge of new technology and know that I have a lot of marketable skills for the future.
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