<h1>How to Use Hiredly's AI Virtual Interviewer To Identify Top Candidates</h1><a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/how-to-write-ats-friendly-resume-malaysia?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Resumes</a> can be deceiving. Some candidates look perfect on paper but give vague answers when asked about their work. Others<a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/how-to-write-work-experience-on-resume?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> might not have flashy experience</a>—but deliver thoughtful, well-written responses that show serious potential. That’s where Hiredly’s&nbsp;AI Virtual Interviewer, Ashley AI (yes, that’s her name!) steps in.Ashley helps you evaluate candidates beyond their Resumes so that you can save more time than ever before during <a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/5-types-of-pre-screening-questions?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">pre-interview screening</a>. Here’s how to use Hiredly’s AI Virtual Interview (we’ll call her&nbsp;Ashley AI&nbsp;from now on) why it works, and how it saves you time (without sacrificing quality).<hr><h2>How Ashley AI Works</h2>Ashley AI automatically sends&nbsp;screening questions via chat to candidates after they apply for your job. And the best part is: it’s completely free and you can customize the questions per job! Setting Ashley AI up is super easy. Here’s how you do it:<h2>💡 Step 1: Enable Virtual Interviewer for your selected job.</h2><h2><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/1_c6e7e03ada.png"><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/2_535647ea25.png"><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/3_317becab80.png"></h2>After posting a job, you’ll be prompted to enable Ashley for that role—this is where the magic begins.&nbsp;To enable Ashley at any time, just head to your&nbsp;Jobs list on the employer dashboard, click the&nbsp;three dots next to your job post, and select&nbsp;“Edit Virtual Interviewer.”You can set it up right away after posting a job or skip and come back to it later.<h2>✏️ Step 2: Choose or Create Questions</h2><h2><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/Screenshot_2025_03_20_at_1_58_18_PM_b6024a49e3.png"></h2>Next, you need to set up 3 questions that will be sent to every candidate that applies for the particular job on which you’ve enabled Ashley AI. You have the choice to either pick from our pre-written questions, write 3 custom questions yourself, or do a combination of your own questions and our pre-written questions.&nbsp;We have a range of questions that you can choose from, such as:<ul><li>What do you like about our company?</li><li>Why do you believe you are suitable for this job?</li><li>What are your hobbies and passions?</li></ul>Alternatively, you can always customise all 3 questions yourself.<img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/Screenshot_2025_03_20_at_2_00_28_PM_100e0bfd0e.png">Examples of custom questions that may apply to specific jobs:<h3>For <a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/monetize-content-malaysia-tiktok-youtube-instagram?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Content Creator Roles</a></h3><h3><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/image_2025_04_03_180130479_331b7f631b.png"></h3>These go beyond basic “why do you want this job” and probe into the candidate’s&nbsp;tools, workflows, and creative thinking:<ol><li>“Walk me through your video editing workflow. Which tools do you use and why?”</li><li>“Can you share a piece of content that performed better than expected? What do you think made it successful?”</li><li>"How comfortable are you with editing tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or CapCut?"</li></ol><h3>For <a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/graphic-design-vs-uiux-design-malaysia?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Software Development</a> Roles</h3><h3><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/image_2025_04_03_180158250_5a87206289.png"></h3>These questions aim to assess the candidate’s&nbsp;technical proficiency in the actual stack your company uses:<ol><li>“How proficient are you with [specific language or framework, e.g. Laravel, React, Node.js]?”</li><li>“Describe a project where you had to optimize code for performance. What did you do?”</li><li>"Have you used Git in a team setting? What branching strategy did you follow?"</li></ol><h3>For Industry-Specific / Company-Specific Scenarios</h3>These ensure the candidate is&nbsp;realistically aligned with the demands of your industry or company culture.F&amp;B Industry:<img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/image_2025_04_03_180246478_a77b8ac2df.png"><ol><li>“Are you comfortable working weekends, evenings, or public holidays when needed?”</li><li>"How do you handle high-pressure environments during peak hours?"</li></ol><h2>📩 Step 3: Sit Back and Let Ashley AI Handle It<img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/Matt_s_thing_1_d33c875d26.png"></h2>Once a candidate completes their virtual interview, you’ll be notified right away via email, if enabled. Ashley AI automatically collects and summarises their responses—no more reading walls of text. You’ll get a clear, concise overview&nbsp;and full transcript, all neatly organised in the candidate’s application on your dashboard.No scheduling. No ghosting. Just fast, stress-free screening—done for you while you focus on other tasks.<hr><h2>Why Use Ashley for Screening?</h2><h3>🌟 See the Person Behind the Resume</h3><h3><img src="https://assets.hiredly.com/cms/Matt_s_thing_bb9b29d4dd.png"></h3>*These are screenshots from real virtual interviews with Ashley AI!<a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/perfect-resume-checklist?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Resumes</a> don’t tell you everything. Ashley gives you deeper insight into how candidates communicate, solve problems, and think through challenges—helping you evaluate qualities that go beyond credentials and job titles. Whether it’s uncovering hidden potential or identifying early red flags, Ashley makes it easier to make informed hiring decisions.Sometimes, two <a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/the-difference-between-resume-and-cv?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CV</a>s can look nearly identical—but it’s their responses that reveal who truly stands out. One might stick to vague or generic answers, while another provides clear, thoughtful insights that <a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/hello-mentor-communicating-better-in-the-workplace?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">reflect strong communication and critical thinking skills.</a> Ashley captures those differences instantly, so you don’t waste time second-guessing. Instead, you focus your attention on candidates who are genuinely aligned with what you’re looking for.<hr><h2>Tips to Get the Best Results</h2><ul><li>Be intentional with your questions. Ask about specific job-related challenges or qualities that matter to your team.</li><li>Use Ashley’s summaries as a guide. Dive into full responses when you see a strong summary or unique perspective.</li><li>Combine with resumes for context. A great resume with poor answers—or a mediocre resume with excellent responses—can both tell you something valuable.</li></ul><hr><h3>Ashley, Hiredly’s AI Virtual Interviewer, helps you spot top candidates by looking beyond what’s on paper. With customisable text prompts, AI-generated summaries, and a structured way to compare answers, Ashley makes screening faster, smarter, and more insightful.</h3><h3>Ready to hire with confidence? Try&nbsp;Ashley today on Hiredly, and check out<a href="https://my.hiredly.com/advice/hiredly-storytelling-for-smarter-recruitment?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">&nbsp;smarter recruitment strategies</a> on Hiredly’s Advice Page. Your next top hire could be one question away. Want to explore more strategies? Join our&nbsp;<a href="https://hub.hiredly.com/employer-branding-community?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Employer Branding Community</a>, where forward-thinking recruiters share insights, ideas, and best practices. And if you’re new to smart hiring, take the&nbsp;<a href="https://hiredly.typeform.com/to/K4idZTDK?utm_medium=article&amp;utm_source=career_advice&amp;utm_campaign=how_to_use_hiredly's_ai_virtual_interviewer_to_identify_top_candidates&amp;utm_content=freelancing_malaysia,_job_seeker,_job_opportunities" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hiredly Work Personality Test</a> to see how you can align talent with the right roles faster than ever.</h3>

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