I recently encountered an unusual and somewhat disconcerting aspect of the hiring process that I believe warrants attention and improvement. I was required to record a video before being granted a face-to-face interview, which was an unexpected and challenging experience. While I understand the need for modern recruitment methods, the video requirement felt overwhelming and added unnecessary stress to the initial stages of the application process. It would be beneficial for the hiring team to consider the potential discomfort or anxiety this may cause for candidates and reevaluate this aspect of the process.