"I am Marcel Poelstra, an independent streaming media specialist in The Netherlands, with over 20 years in video streaming. I have worked as a senior technical consultant for Europe's leading broadcasters and media providers, and I bring practical technical judgement and operational discipline to every engagement."
Streaming technology that scales your vision
Independent streaming technology consultant
Battle-tested expertise, next-generation solutions
Your streaming platform faces pressure from every direction. Viewer expectations rise while operating costs climb. Legacy systems creak under modern demands. You need more than quick fixes.
I offer streaming technology solutions across codec optimisation, platform audits, system architecture design, project leadership, and technical consultation.
Professional streaming technology consultancy.
Proven solutions for OTT platforms, CDN architecture and video delivery optimisation.
20+ years of real-world experience means...
I don't just solve technical problems, I understand your business. Over 20 years in video and streaming, hitting every pitfall and making every mistake, means you don't have to. You get straight advice on technology and solutions, based on real field experience.
When Dutch honesty meets proven results...
Dutch directness, with a sharp nose for telling genuine solutions from marketing buzzwords. Why keep running in circles when you can move forward with someone who cuts through the noise?
Up to date, but knowing where it came from means...
Hands-on with current tooling, delivering modern solutions while respecting the systems they grew from.
- Cloud-native solutions (AWS, GCP, Linode)
- Modern video codecs (AV1, HEVC, VP9)
- Edge computing & CDN optimisation
- J.I.T. stream packaging and encryption
- Content protection and watermarking
- Powerful platform observability solutions
Marcel Poelstra here: the consultant behind MARCELPOELSTRA.COM, with over 20 years in video streaming technology.
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Video streaming technology services across:
- Codec optimisation
- Platform audits
- System architecture design
- Project leadership
- Technical consultation
Proven experience across broadcasting and telecommunications, including:
- Advanced video codec implementation
- Streaming platform architecture
- CDN integration
- (hybrid) Cloud deployment
- Live streaming infrastructure
I deliver measurable improvements: better user experience, lower operating costs, and faster video start times for clients across multiple sectors.
Direct friends and partnerships across the streaming industry: Introductions, meetings, RFP support and honest vendor evaluation.
Based in the Netherlands, serving clients across Europe and beyond.
Ready to build or improve your video services?
Contact me directly for independent streaming media consultation. -->