Twitter UK is opening up job opportunities at its London HQ for five jobseekers and as there will undoubtedly be thousands of applications coming in, Twitter launched an initiative called #OneTweetCV.
Simply by using the #OneTweetCV hashtag, Twitter users are able to apply for the role in a standout way that makes the most of the social media platform's many features—such as polls, GIFs, videos, photos, Moments and more. In addition to simplifying the resume review process on the human resources side, #OneTweetCV also challenges job applicants to show off their skills and creative thinking.
Select candidates will be able to spend a day visiting Twitter UK's many departments and tailor their experience based on the areas of work that they are most passionate about. With this Millennial-targeted initiative, Twitter notes that "our research suggests that 18-24-year-olds are increasingly ditching traditional job applications in favour of approaching companies via social media."
Condensed Resume Initiatives
#OneTweetCV Challenges Jobseekers to Apply with a Single Tweet
Trend Themes
1. #onetweetcv: Simplifying Job Application Process - Employers can embrace the power of social media and simplify the resume review process through this initiative.
2. Social Media Job Applications - The rise of #OneTweetCV and similar initiatives present opportunities to enhance and revolutionize the recruitment industry.
3. Creative Job Applications - Job seekers can showcase their skills and creativity in a concise and easy-to-access way through platforms like Twitter and other social media channels.
Industry Implications
1. Recruitment and Staffing - Using social media to simplify resumes review process could revolutionize the way recruitment and staffing industry operates.
2. Social Media Platforms - Social media platforms can seize these initiatives as an opportunity to enhance their features and attract more users interested in career development.
3. Online Job Boards - The rise of social media job applications may present challenges for traditional online job boards and push them to innovate or risk becoming obsolete.