The obvious use of Video in Recruiting is at the job interview itself, through Video Job Interviews.

The “Live” option works in a way similar to MSN-Skype video applications, allowing conversation to take place.

In the “Remote” option, a Company sets up a Job Interview, sends it to the Candidate, and he/she completes it independently using a webcam.

Both live and remote Video Job interviews beat Video Resumes in interaction capacity, legal convenience and risks of video publicity. However, Remote Video Interviewing appears as the superior alternative in almost every aspect.

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The Onion newspaper, self-proclaimed as America’s Finest News Source, sure knows how to make a candidate stand out. Check out their jobhunting tips.. (at your own risk)!

Job-Hunting Tips

Today’s job market is more competitive than ever. Here are some tips to help give you the edge:

• Make sure your résumé is free of spelling and grammatical errors, grease stains, crumbs, blood splatters, and bits of hair and gristle.
• Be aggressive: Don’t be afraid to call a potential employer every few hours and say, “Is there an opening yet? How ’bout now? How ’bout now? Now?

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Job interviews are starting to look a lot alike. The same questions are being asked over and over again and they are getting the same responses.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

What are your strengths and weaknesses?

There is nothing wrong with these questions, as long as candidates are willing to give honest answers and recruiters are willing to listen. Otherwise, it can become pretty hard to distinguish the right candidate from the bluffer.

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