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Case study 41 · APP · 2023

JobReels — built around a real need.

JobReels was built for a generation that values authenticity, speed, and connection. It’s a fresh take on career discovery — where short videos replace long job posts, personality matters just as much as a résumé, and finding the right job feels as easy as scrolling your favorite social feed. With JobReels, Gen Z users can explore real roles through engaging videos, connect with hiring teams directly, and apply to jobs with a single swipe. It's where TikTok-style experience meets real career opportunity — designed for how the next generation wants to find work.

PROJECTJobReels
SERVICESAPP
YEAR2023
selected.work / project.41PROJECT VIEW
JobReels
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PROJECT SIGNALVerified record
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CAPABILITYAPP
Published project scope
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Project overview

The context behind JobReels.

JobReels was built for a generation that values authenticity, speed, and connection. It’s a fresh take on career discovery — where short videos replace long job posts, personality matters just as much as a résumé, and finding the right job feels as easy as scrolling your favorite social feed. With JobReels, Gen Z users can explore real roles through engaging videos, connect with hiring teams directly, and apply to jobs with a single swipe. It's where TikTok-style experience meets real career opportunity — designed for how the next generation wants to find work.

Building a platform for Gen Z job seekers meant tackling a unique set of challenges: Outdated Job Search UX: Traditional job boards felt slow and boring to digital-native users. We had to create a fun, familiar, and mobile-first experience. Video at the Core: Integrating short-form video (uploading, processing, streaming) in a smooth, responsive way was key to the entire experience. Real-Time Communication: We needed to enable instant conversations between candidates and employers without delays or friction. Smart Matching: Users expected relevant, curated results — not endless lists. We had to build an intelligent algorithm to make the app feel personal. Trust & Privacy: With video intros and direct messaging, security and user privacy were non-negotiable — especially for a young user base.

We designed JobReels with Gen Z behaviors and expectations at the heart of every decision: Native iOS Development in Swift: Created a fast, fluid app experience that felt natural and modern. Short-Form Video Integration: Built a seamless upload-to-stream pipeline for 60-second video job posts and candidate intros. Swipe-to-Apply Interface: Inspired by social media gestures, we made applying to jobs as easy as swiping right. AI-Powered Matching: Developed a recommendation engine based on interests, skills, location, and past behavior. Real-Time Messaging: Enabled direct communication between employers and candidates, speeding up the hiring process. Push Notifications: Integrated alerts to keep users engaged when jobs go live, profiles get viewed, or messages come in. Secure Profiles: Applied end-to-end encryption and GDPR-compliant practices to protect user data.

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PROJECT CONTEXT

The need behind the product.

Building a platform for Gen Z job seekers meant tackling a unique set of challenges: Outdated Job Search UX: Traditional job boards felt slow and boring to digital-native users. We had to create a fun, familiar, and mobile-first experience. Video at the Core: Integrating short-form video (uploading, processing, streaming) in a smooth, responsive way was key to the entire experience. Real-Time Communication: We needed to enable instant conversations between candidates and employers without delays or friction. Smart Matching: Users expected relevant, curated results — not endless lists. We had to build an intelligent algorithm to make the app feel personal. Trust & Privacy: With video intros and direct messaging, security and user privacy were non-negotiable — especially for a young user base.

01Understand the context→
02Identify critical needs→
03Focus the opportunity→
04Define the response
PROJECT#41
PRIMARY SERVICEAPP
STATUSPublished
The challenge

Understand the need.
Focus the response.

Building a platform for Gen Z job seekers meant tackling a unique set of challenges: Outdated Job Search UX: Traditional job boards felt slow and boring to digital-native users. We had to create a fun, familiar, and mobile-first experience. Video at the Core: Integrating short-form video (uploading, processing, streaming) in a smooth, responsive way was key to the entire experience. Real-Time Communication: We needed to enable instant conversations between candidates and employers without delays or friction. Smart Matching: Users expected relevant, curated results — not endless lists. We had to build an intelligent algorithm to make the app feel personal. Trust & Privacy: With video intros and direct messaging, security and user privacy were non-negotiable — especially for a young user base.

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JobReels was built for a generation that values authenticity, speed, and connection. It’s a fresh take on career discovery — where short videos replace long job posts, personality matters just as much as a résumé, and finding the right job feels as easy as scrolling your favorite social feed. With JobReels, Gen Z users can explore real roles through engaging videos, connect with hiring teams directly, and apply to jobs with a single swipe. It's where TikTok-style experience meets real career opportunity — designed for how the next generation wants to find work.

PROJECT SCOPEPUBLISHED RECORD
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CAPABILITYAPP

APP contributed to the connected project delivery.

The delivery path

A connected route from problem to product.

We designed JobReels with Gen Z behaviors and expectations at the heart of every decision: Native iOS Development in Swift: Created a fast, fluid app experience that felt natural and modern. Short-Form Video Integration: Built a seamless upload-to-stream pipeline for 60-second video job posts and candidate intros. Swipe-to-Apply Interface: Inspired by social media gestures, we made applying to jobs as easy as swiping right. AI-Powered Matching: Developed a recommendation engine based on interests, skills, location, and past behavior. Real-Time Messaging: Enabled direct communication between employers and candidates, speeding up the hiring process. Push Notifications: Integrated alerts to keep users engaged when jobs go live, profiles get viewed, or messages come in. Secure Profiles: Applied end-to-end encryption and GDPR-compliant practices to protect user data.

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◎DISCOVER

Frame the need

Clarify users, context and success criteria.

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◇MAP

Shape the experience

Turn requirements into focused journeys.

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⌘BUILD

Create the product

Connect design and engineering around key flows.

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✓VALIDATE

Test the work

Review quality, usability and requirements fit.

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↗DELIVER

Launch and learn

Ship the product and support what comes next.

The published outcome

What the project delivered.

JobReels took off quickly — and made a real impact from day one: 10,000+ Downloads in the First 90 Days – Fueled by smart campus campaigns and viral social content. 4.7★ App Store Rating – Users loved how easy, fun, and authentic the job hunt felt. 70% Higher Engagement than traditional job boards — thanks to its video-first and swipe-friendly design. 1,500+ Verified Employers – From startups to global brands, already using the platform to recruit fresh talent. 40% Faster Interview Conversion Rates – Video profiles helped candidates stand out quickly. Massive Organic Reach – Boosted by TikTok, Instagram, and Gen Z influencers sharing their job journeys.

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FOUNDATION

APP

A delivered app foundation shaped around the project.

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EXPERIENCE

Clearer journeys

Critical interactions organised into a more coherent experience.

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DELIVERY

Connected product

Design and implementation aligned around the intended outcome.

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NEXT STEP

Room to evolve

A platform for continued learning and iteration.

SOURCE BASISPublished Devinnovo project record

No performance percentages are inferred when the source does not provide measurements.

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