Why we exist
Putting humanity back into every hiring decision.
Real Hire was founded so candidates can share their whole story—not just a PDF resume. We build tools that elevate video, references, and lived experience for job seekers and recruiters alike.
- Video-first profiles that spotlight personality and potential.
- Guided storytelling prompts so every candidate feels interview-ready.
- Trust signals recruiters can act on immediately.
Candidates who now show the human nuance behind their resumes.
Hiring teams using Real Hire talent pools every week.
Job seekers who lead with video get seen in days, not weeks.
Guided prompts, templates, and references ready on demand.
Milestones
Every release pushes hiring toward equity.
- 2021
The spark
IdeaBrandi sees brilliant candidates fail to make it past keyword filters and drafts the first Real Hire prototype to let people talk directly to hiring managers.
- 2022
Beta storytellers
BetaOur closed beta focused on teachers, nurses, and creatives who needed a better way to capture their experience. The first 2,000 video resumes go live.
- 2023
Trusted hiring signals
ProductEmployers requested richer proof, so we added references, prompts, and analytics that surface what’s uniquely powerful about each candidate.
- 2024
Shared content network
ScaleDigitalOcean-backed asset hosting unlocks a frictionless way to stream thousands of videos directly inside the Real Hire experience.
- 2025
Equitable outcomes
NowToday, Real Hire blends community guidance, AI prompts, and verified references so every candidate can show up with confidence and clarity.
We’re on a mission to put humanity back into hiring.
Founder spotlight
Hiring should feel like a conversation, not a black box. When candidates can show their presence, energy, and craft, everyone wins.
Brandi built Real Hire after years of coaching job seekers who were brilliant on video yet invisible on paper. Today she partners with employers to humanize sourcing, ensure equitable evaluations, and amplify untapped talent.
What we stand for
Authenticity
Diversity
