Hiring the right IT contractor isn’t just about skill, it’s about timing. The demand for high-quality, immediately available project talent has never been greater, yet traditional recruitment processes still move at a snail’s pace. At Talent Today, we specialise in delivering video-profiled IT contractors within 24–36 hours, because we know one thing: the first 36 hours can make or break your hire.
Let’s unpack why.
Contractor Hiring Moves Fast
The best IT contractors are off the market in 3–5 days, sometimes less. These are experienced professionals: Programme Managers, Change Leads, WMS Consultants, Cloud Engineers, often with niche expertise, proven delivery experience, and glowing references. They don’t hang around waiting for lengthy interview processes. By the time a hiring manager has reviewed CVs, organised first and second-stage interviews, and gained internal sign-off… the top candidate is already gone.
Why 36 Hours Matters
Here’s what happens when you get video-profiled candidates in 24–36 hours:
-You meet people, not paper: Video profiles show communication style, energy, and cultural fit.
-You shortlist faster: No back-and-forth. Decision-makers can review asynchronously.
-You reduce project risk: Faster hires = fewer delivery delays, less contractor churn.
-You avoid interview fatigue: Less time spent screening the wrong people. More time spent securing the right one.
In short: you act while your competitors are still thinking.
What’s in a Talent Today Video Profile?
Every candidate we send comes with a short, sharp video profile that includes:
-A personal intro from the candidate
-Answers to key role-specific questions
-CV + skills breakdown
-Availability, rate expectations, and work eligibility
It’s not just about ticking boxes, it’s about seeing the person behind the profile. And it’s why our clients often make offers after one interview.
Case in Point
A recent Logistics client came to us needing a WMS Programme Manager urgently. Within 36 hours, they had:
-3 video profiles of pre-screened candidates
-A preferred candidate lined up for interview
-A contract signed within 4 days
The result? No delays to their supply chain transformation project and a client that’s now using video-led hiring as their standard.
Final Thought: Recruitment Isn’t Broken, It’s Just Too Slow
In a world of agile delivery and hybrid working, recruitment needs to keep up. That’s why we’re helping forward-thinking businesses rethink how they hire contractors not by changing who they hire, but how fast they meet them.
Ready to see how it works?
Get in touch and we’ll show you what a real 36-hour shortlist looks like.