Hiring process templates

A structured product manager hiring process built around a written product case that separates outcome owners from feature-factory candidates. **Why this works:** - A written case shows real prioritization and discovery judgment, not interview polish - Independent team review keeps the outcome-ownership bar from drifting between interviewers - Two focused interviews cover product sense and execution without a bloated loop **Best for:** Startups hiring their first PM, once the founder is the roadmap bottleneck **Timeline:** ~2 weeks **Candidate effort:** 2-3 hours

Streamlined hiring process for video editors working with YouTube content creators. Emphasizes portfolio review, practical skills test, and style adaptability. **Why this works:** - Combined application captures links and sample uploads in one step - Paid test project includes channel context so candidates see your style before editing - Single interview covers creative process and scenario thinking together - Fewer stages reduce candidate drop-off while maintaining evaluation quality **Best for:** YouTube long-form editors (10-30 min videos), storytelling-focused, retention editing **Timeline:** ~7 days **Candidate effort:** 3-5 hours (paid $150 USD)

Design-focused process with portfolio review and presentation. Emphasizes visual communication and design thinking. **Why this works:** - Portfolio is the core artifact for designers - Presentation reveals communication and process thinking - Two interviews separate craft from collaboration **Best for:** UI/UX designers, product designers **Timeline:** ~2 weeks **Candidate effort:** 2-4 hours