Hiyrd is a social-based job application platform that allows job seekers to respond to employer-set questions through video, eliminating the need for traditional CVs and cover letters. This approach enhances candidate-employer connections by prioritizing personality and cultural fit, while also providing businesses with instant notifications to engage followers interested in new job postings.
Funding
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Product
Problem
Traditional job applications rely heavily on resumes and cover letters, which often fail to capture a candidate's personality and cultural fit. This can lead to mismatches between candidates and employers, resulting in increased turnover and decreased job satisfaction.
Solution
Hiyrd is a video-based job application platform that allows job seekers to respond to employer-defined questions via video, replacing the need for traditional resumes and cover letters. This approach enables candidates to showcase their personality and communication skills, providing employers with a more holistic view of potential hires. Employers can build a following on the platform and receive instant notifications when new "rolls" (job postings) are created, facilitating immediate engagement with interested candidates. By prioritizing personality and cultural fit, Hiyrd aims to improve candidate-employer connections and streamline the hiring process.
Target Audience
Hiyrd primarily targets job seekers looking for opportunities where personality and cultural fit are highly valued, as well as employers seeking to streamline their hiring process and connect with candidates on a more personal level.
Features
- Video-based responses to employer-set questions, replacing traditional resumes and cover letters.
- Employer profiles to build a following of interested job seekers.
- Instant push notifications to followers when new job postings are created.
- Focus on personality and cultural fit to improve candidate-employer alignment.
- Mobile application for convenient job searching and application.