Candidate workflow
Step-by-step reference for candidates completing a Hirekal interview.
Quick reference for what candidates do from invite link to submit - no account or install required.
At a glance
Arrive from email, LinkedIn, or a job posting.
Application fields and written questions.
Check camera and microphone, then record video.
Review recordings and finish. Thank-you page or redirect.
Step-by-step
Open the interview link
The candidate opens the apply link you shared. No Hirekal account or app install is needed - everything runs in the browser.
If you configured intro media, they may see a welcome image or video first, plus your company logo and branding. See Candidate experience.
Complete application fields
Candidates fill in the application fields you set on the job - for example name, email, phone, resume upload, or custom fields. Hidden fields (such as campaign tracking) are filled automatically and are not shown to the candidate.
Answer written questions
If the job includes standard questions, candidates answer them before or alongside video - written text, single or multiple choice, dates, and similar. Every candidate on the job sees the same fields and questions.
Check devices and record video
Before recording, the browser asks for camera and microphone permission. Candidates confirm the preview looks and sounds correct.
They then record answers to your Media Responses prompt (and any optional Video standard questions). They can review each recording and re-record when your job settings allow retakes.
Review and submit
After the last answer, the candidate submits the application. They see your configured thank you message or redirect - see Thank you page.
Submissions cannot be edited after final submit. Your team picks up the application in the console.
Requirements
| Need | Detail |
|---|---|
| Browser | Modern Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge |
| Devices | Working camera and microphone |
| Network | Stable internet for upload |
| Account | None - candidates do not sign up for Hirekal |
No Hirekal account
Candidates never create a console login for the async interview flow. They open your link, complete the form, record in the browser, and submit.
Troubleshooting (share with candidates)
| Issue | What to try |
|---|---|
| Camera or mic not working | Refresh the page and allow permissions again. Close other apps using the camera. |
| Poor audio quality | Use a quiet room. Headphones with a built-in mic often help. |
| Slow upload on mobile | Switch to Wi-Fi and stay on the page until submit completes. |
| Page looks wrong | Use an up-to-date browser. Avoid private modes that block camera access. |
Good audio also helps transcripts and speech scores when your team has audio transcription enabled.
Also useful
| Topic | Read |
|---|---|
| Full candidate experience guide | Candidate experience |
| How video recording works | Video interviews |
| Recruiter-side flow | Recruiter workflow |