AI Video Interview – Step-by-Step Guide

Modified on Wed, 29 Apr at 3:59 PM

The AI Interview is a recorded, structured interview conducted by Zena, Hirin.ai’s AI-powered interviewer. You will answer a set of predefined questions using your camera and microphone. Your responses are recorded and securely shared with the hiring team.

System Requirements

Before you start, make sure you have:

  • A laptop or desktop with a working camera & microphone
  • A stable internet connection
  • Google Chrome (latest version recommended)
  • A quiet, well-lit space

⚠️ For the best experience, avoid using mobile devices.

Accessing the Interview

  • Click the interview link shared via email or WhatsApp
  • The link is personal—please don’t share it
  • Once started, avoid refreshing the page 

Camera & Microphone Permission

When you open the link:

  • Allow access to your camera and microphone
  • Select the correct devices

Step 1: Check Microphone First

  • Speak a few words to test
  • You’ll see “Microphone sounds good!”

Step 2: Check Camera

  • Make sure your face is clearly visible
  • Adjust lighting if needed
  • You’ll see “Camera looks good!”

Click Next Step once everything is set.

Pre-Interview Instructions Interview Instructions‑Interview Instructions

  • Keep your camera and microphone ON
  • Each question will have a 5-second countdown
  • Answer clearly within the time limit
  • Submit each answer to move ahead

Accept the Terms & Conditions and click Start Interview.

Interview Experience

How it works:

  • Zena will ask each question (you can also read it on screen)
  • After a short countdown, recording will start automatically

Answering Questions:

  • Look at the camera
  • Speak clearly and confidently
  • Take your time and use the full duration
  • Click Submit Answer & Continue to move ahead

Full-Screen Monitoring: 

  • The interview runs in full screen mode‑screen mode
  • Exiting full screen is tracked by the system
  • Repeated exits may impact interview evaluation.

 

Interview Completion

Once all questions are answered, the interview moves into the completion stage.

Interview Submission

  • The interview is automatically submitted after the final question
  • No further action is required from your side

Submit Feedback

After successful submission, you will be asked to share your interview experience.

Feedback Confirmation

  • “Thank You for Your Feedback!” message displayed
  • Confirms successful completion

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