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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
PROJECT SIGNALVerified record
CAPABILITYAPP
Published project scope
APP
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Building a platform for Gen Z job seekers meant tackling a unique set of challenges: Outdated Job Search UX: Traditional job boards felt slow and boring to digital-native users.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.

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
01
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.

01
DISCOVER

Frame the need

Clarify users, context and success criteria.

02
MAP

Shape the experience

Turn requirements into focused journeys.

03
BUILD

Create the product

Connect design and engineering around key flows.

04
VALIDATE

Test the work

Review quality, usability and requirements fit.

05
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.

01
FOUNDATION

APP

A delivered app foundation shaped around the project.

02
EXPERIENCE

Clearer journeys

Critical interactions organised into a more coherent experience.

03
DELIVERY

Connected product

Design and implementation aligned around the intended outcome.

04
NEXT STEP

Room to evolve

A platform for continued learning and iteration.

SOURCE BASISPublished Devinnovo project record

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