Pre-Recorded Video Interviews

Camera On, Confidence Up!

Pre-recorded video interviews are a convenient way to conduct job interviews, especially for candidates in different time zones or with tight schedules. This format lets you record responses at your own pace, making the process more flexible. In this section, we’ll cover an introduction to how they work, tips on how to prepare, advice for acing your video interviewkey questions to practice ahead of time, and some extra resources to practice.

Extra Prep Tips!

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Create the Right Environment!

Simulate the interview conditions. Use a headset or headphones.

3.

Time Yourself!

Record yourself answering questions under a timer to evaluate what you need to improve on.

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Use Vmock!

Ideally, rehearse your interview using this amazing tool.

4.

Review and Keep Track!

Review your recording to see what elements you might have missed with a checklist.

Acing Your Video Interview
It’s time to record! Here is everything you should know before you start.

Common Questions

Typically, pre-recorded video interviews involve 4-6 questions. Let's discuss the primary topics you should be prepared for.

Q1

Usually a “Tell me about yourself” type of question.

Q5

Technical questions that will challenge you to analyze scenarios.

Q2-4

Competency questions targeting the skills needed for the role.

Final Q

Share what you can bring
to the role and the company.

Resources to Practice

If you haven't already accessed JobTestPrep, you can do it now! Their platform offers tips and practice for pre-recorded video interviews.

You can access the platform by clicking here. Accept the privacy terms, register with your IE email and enter code IEMADRID2025.

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NOTE: YOU HAVE UNLIMITED PRACTICE FOR 1 YEAR AFTER YOUR FIRST LOGIN!

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Log in to VMOCK with your IE Account to practice recording your Elevator Pitch.

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The online recruitment process (virtual interviews). Zoom recording by Sinead English, Founder of HILT with IE students.

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