In the face of an increasingly competitive job market saturated with traditional resumes, many candidates resort to lying or exaggerating their qualifications and experiences to grab the attention of recruiters. However, this practice can have negative consequences for both the applicant and the hiring company.

According to a study conducted by the consulting firm Adecco, 75% of the resumes received in Spain contain some form of falsehood. These lies can range from personal details to language skills, and from academic to professional background. The problem is that often these deceptions go undetected until the candidate is already working or during the personal interview, resulting in a waste of time and money for the company, as well as disappointment and a lack of trust for the employee.

To mitigate these risks, more and more companies are opting to request candidates to submit a video CV along with their traditional resume. The video CV is an audiovisual representation that provides a concise overview of the applicant's professional trajectory, with a duration of 1 to 3 minutes. The objective of this format is to showcase the candidate's communication skills, creative ability, experience with new technologies, as well as demonstrate their soft skills, attitude, and motivation.

The video CV offers several advantages for both the candidate and the recruiter. On one hand, the candidate can stand out from the competition by showcasing their added value and potential in an original and dynamic way. On the other hand, the recruiter can get to know the candidate better by evaluating their skills and competencies in a more direct and reliable manner.

One of the pioneering platforms in the use of video CVs is Cazvid App, a free application that allows users to share job offers and video resumes. Cazvid App is targeted at both candidates and companies, hiring managers, HR specialists, recruiters, and staffing agencies seeking talent quickly and effectively.

According to Yuvi Shmul, CEO and founder of this app, the video CV is an indispensable tool for the recruitment and staffing sector in the digital era. "It enables candidates to show their true selves, without filters or deception. Furthermore, it facilitates recruiters in selecting the most suitable profiles for each position, saving time and resources. At Cazvid, we aim to revolutionize the job market with an app that seamlessly and dynamically connects people with opportunities," says Shmul.

Cazvid App is available for iOS and Android and boasts over 150,000 registered users worldwide. The app allows users to create and upload a video CV in under a minute, utilizing a user-friendly interface similar to that of a social network. Additionally, it offers the ability to search and apply for video job offers, with filters for location, industry, and contract type.

The app is part of the Cazvid ecosystem, a company that includes Agency Leads, Open Web Leads, and Cazvid App, digital products exclusively designed to enhance the recruitment and personnel selection sector in the United States, Latin America, and the rest of the world.

Dano Linares
VP of Communications for Latin America
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