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    How to Record a VideoCV That Gets You Interviews

    Your VideoCV is often the first time an employer "meets" you. Two minutes is plenty — if you use them well. Here's how to make them count.

    Structure beats improvisation

    A simple structure that works:

    • Who you are — name and one sentence about your professional identity (15 seconds)
    • What you do best — your top 2–3 skills with a concrete example (60 seconds)
    • What you're looking for — the kind of role and environment where you thrive (30 seconds)
    • A confident close — why a company should talk to you (15 seconds)

    The practical details

    Record in daylight facing a window, keep the camera at eye level, and choose a quiet, tidy background. Speak as if you're talking to one person, not presenting to a room. And don't chase perfection — authenticity is exactly what makes video work.

    Re-record until you're happy, then publish. On Talent-On-Board your VideoCV works for you around the clock: companies can discover you and reach out even before you apply.

    Find talent before you need it.

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