Qu'est-ce que Asynchronous Video Interview ?
Definition
An asynchronous (or pre-recorded) video interview is a recruitment format in which candidates receive a set of predefined questions via a digital platform and record their video answers independently, at a time of their choosing, without a live interviewer present. Recruiters then review the recordings at their convenience. It differs from a live video interview in that there is no real-time interaction.
In practice
Asynchronous video interviews are typically used at the screening stage, after CV review but before live interviews, as an efficient way to assess a larger pool of candidates for communication skills, motivation and initial cultural fit. Leading platforms include HireVue, Spark Hire, Workday Video Interviewing, and VidCruiter. Candidates are given a limited number of attempts per question and a maximum response time (typically 1–3 minutes). For recruiters, the format saves significant scheduling time and allows standardised, bias-reduced evaluation when combined with consistent scoring criteria. For candidates, it removes scheduling friction but can feel impersonal. Increasingly, platforms are adding AI analysis of candidate responses — an ethically contentious development given concerns about algorithmic bias.
Key takeaway
Asynchronous video is an efficient screening tool — but keep it early in the process and short, as candidate experience research consistently shows it is the format candidates dislike most.
Définitions connexes
Screening
The initial selection phase that reviews applications to retain only those meeting the minimum criteria for the role.
ATS (Applicant Tracking System)
HR software that centralises and automates the management of job applications throughout the recruitment process.
Video Interview Platform
Digital tool enabling live or asynchronous video interviews between recruiters and candidates, often with recording, scoring and collaboration features.