AI, video or in-person: choosing the right interview format

There is no single best interview format. The right choice depends on the role, the number of candidates and how far along they are in your process. HR Paddy lets you use three formats from the same workspace.

AI-powered interviews

Candidates answer job-specific questions by voice at a time that suits them. Each session produces a structured evaluation and summary for the recruiter.

Best for: high-volume roles, early-stage screening, and candidates in different cities or time zones.

Good to know: candidates see a consent notice before anything is recorded, and interview recordings are deleted within 48 hours.

Video interviews

Schedule calls on Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams and share the link with the candidate directly from HR Paddy.

Best for: second-round conversations, remote roles, and meetings with hiring managers who want a live discussion.

In-person interviews

Set the address, date and time, and HR Paddy emails the details to the candidate.

Best for: final rounds, roles where on-site presence matters, practical assessments and culture conversations.

Combining formats

A common pattern is to use AI interviews to narrow a long list to a strong shortlist, a video call for a deeper conversation with the hiring manager, and an in-person meeting for the final decision. Each step asks for more time from both sides, so it makes sense to save the most expensive format for the fewest candidates.

A quick way to decide

• More than 30 qualified applicants? Start with AI interviews.
• Remote role or candidates outside your city? Use video for later rounds.
• Final decision on a senior or on-site role? Meet in person.

Frequently asked questions

Which interview format should I use?

Use AI interviews for high-volume, early-stage screening and candidates in other cities; video calls for second rounds and remote roles; and in-person interviews for final rounds, practical assessments and roles where on-site presence matters. Many teams combine all three in one hiring round.

How do AI interviews work on HR Paddy?

Candidates answer job-specific questions by voice at a time that suits them. Each session produces a structured evaluation and summary for the recruiter. Candidates see a consent notice before anything is recorded, and recordings are deleted within 48 hours.

Can I schedule Zoom, Google Meet or Teams interviews in HR Paddy?

Yes. You can schedule video interviews on Zoom, Google Meet or Microsoft Teams, share the meeting link with the candidate directly from HR Paddy, and see every interview on the built-in calendar alongside AI and in-person interviews.