Looking into the Lens: Bringing Authentic Hiring Stories to Life with Hackajob
In partnership with hackajob, I produced a trio of case study films featuring The Very Group, Boohoo Group, and Kainos—each one telling the story of how these companies streamlined their tech hiring processes using the hackajob platform.
The films go beyond surface-level testimonials: they blend meaningful data with genuine interviews to showcase how smarter recruitment is as much about storytelling as it is about stats.
🎥 A Day in East London: Production Highlights
All three case studies were filmed in a single day at a hired location in East London. Working with camera operator Jack Hextall, we implemented a three-camera setup:
A and B-cam (both a Canon C70) captured locked-off, clean interview angles; a tight and a mid shot
The C-cam was my Canon R5C mounted on a slider, introducing a subtle parallax to the wide shot
Wireless video transmission fed into two director monitors from the main cameras, allowing clients to view everything live off to the side
To deepen the connection between interviewees and the audience, I also employed my periscope interview teleprompter. This allowed each subject to look directly into the camera while seeing a producer’s face—creating a conversational tone without breaking eye-line or image quality. It was a small adjustment that made a big difference to the sense of presence and honesty on screen.
1. The Very Group: 82% Lift in Candidate Engagement
This case study explores how The Very Group used employer branding via hackajob to increase candidate engagement by 82%. Their emphasis on authenticity and internal culture helped build visibility in a competitive hiring market—something we highlighted by focusing on team voices, not just numbers.
2. Boohoo Group: 100% Offer Acceptance in 21 Days
Boohoo used hackajob to cut their average time-to-hire to just 21 days, achieved a 100% offer-to-acceptance rate, and saved £27,000 in recruitment fees. The film captures how their team embraced transparency, DEI goals, and speed—resulting in a faster, more confident hiring funnel.
3. Kainos: Streamlining Technical Hiring with a Personal Touch
Kainos’s case study focuses on refining the technical hiring journey—from improving time-to-hire to strengthening the candidate experience. With a thoughtful narrative, the film gives clarity to how Kainos built long-term hiring efficiency by adopting a more human-first approach.
Why These Films Work
Each video is strategically built for clarity and trust:
Backed by real results: measurable metrics anchor the stories
Told by real people: no scripts, just experience
Optimized for flexibility: useful in pitches, marketing, and internal decks
The interviews speak directly and honestly to potential partners, while the production values keep things elevated without being overproduced.
Ready to Capture a Case Study That Actually Connects? Whether you need to showcase hiring success, internal transformation, or platform impact—I build short-form branded content that combines technical polish with emotional clarity. Contact me today.
