I applied for a Senior Marketing Videographer & Editor position and was contacted by a recruiter for an initial conversation. The discussion was positive, and we spent time reviewing my background in sports, corporate, and digital content production. Based on the conversation, I felt my experience aligned well with the role, and the recruiter indicated that he would be in contact regarding next steps. After the interview, I never received a follow-up, update, or closure on my candidacy. While I understand that hiring priorities can change and that not every candidate will move forward, I was disappointed by the lack of communication after being told I would hear back. Several months later, I noticed another opportunity at Empower that closely matched my experience and applied. Hoping to reconnect, I reached out to the same recruiter. Rather than receiving a response or conversation about the role, my application was declined shortly afterward. The timing made the experience feel especially discouraging. The most frustrating part was not being rejected—it was the lack of transparency and communication throughout the process. Candidates invest significant time preparing for interviews, sharing their experience, and engaging with recruiters. A simple update, even if the answer is no, goes a long way. Overall, the role itself seemed exciting and the initial conversation was positive. However, the communication throughout the process left a negative impression and ultimately affected my perception of Empower as an employer. This was one of the more disappointing candidate experiences I have had in my career.