WO2019079843A1

WO2019079843A1 - Online employment system

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Publication number: WO2019079843A1
Application number: PCT/AU2018/000208
Authority: WO
Inventors: Graham Liao; Scott Robinson; Anthony Espinet
Original assignee: Peeq Holdings Pty Ltd
Priority date: 2017-10-26
Filing date: 2018-10-26
Publication date: 2019-05-02

Abstract

The invention relates to an online employment system. In particular, the invention provides a computer-implemented method of graphically depicting available jobs, the method comprising associating a plurality of jobs with corresponding geographical regions; depicting a map; selecting one or more selected jobs to display on the map; and indicating, on the map, the selected job(s), using at least one job marker at a geographical region containing the selected job(s).

Description

ONLINE EMPLOYMENT SYSTEM

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The invention relates to the field of computerised (in particular online) employment systems to for facilitating matches between available jobs and job candidates.

BACKGROUND TO THE INVENTION

[0002] A number of computerised employment systems exist today, which allow employers to advertise available jobs online. For example, current online employment include services such as Monster, Seek, CareerOne, Manpower and Indeed.

[0003] Using these online systems, candidates can search available jobs for jobs having particular titles, for jobs in particular locations, for jobs described using particular keywords or in particular industries, or for jobs having particular advertised salary ranges. Different online employment systems may offer variations in the criteria by which candidates may search for jobs.

[0004] From candidate perspective, these systems have several disadvantages. The ability to get information about the available jobs, and the employers offering those jobs, is quite limited, as is their ability to interact with employers. This makes it difficult to get a full understanding of the employer and how the candidate may fit the available job. Furthermore, the ability to search and identify suitable jobs is limited by the search functions and criteria offered by the online system. Finally, there is usually very limited opportunity for the candidate to advertise themselves to potential employers.

[0005] Employers have similar disadvantages. It can be difficult to search for suitable candidates using these online systems, there is limited opportunity to interact with them, and ultimately it is difficult for employers to assess the potential match or 'cultural fit' between a candidate and the employer organization.

[0006] It is an object of the invention to substantially overcome or at least ameliorate one or more of the disadvantages of the prior art or at least provide a useful alternative.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0007] In an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a computer implemented method of graphically depicting available jobs, the method comprising:

associating a plurality of jobs with corresponding geographical regions; depicting a map;

selecting one or more selected jobs to display on the map; and indicating, on the map, the selected job(s), using at least one job marker at a geographical region containing the selected job(s).

[0008] In another aspect of the invention, there is provided a computer-implemented method of graphically depicting available job candidates, the method comprising:

associating a plurality of job candidates with corresponding geographical regions;

depicting a map;

selecting one or more selected job candidates to display on the map; and indicating, on the map, the selected job candidate(s), using at least one job marker at a geographical region containing the selected job candidate(s).

[0009] The job marker may include a number, indicating how many selected jobs or job candidates are associated with the geographical region of the job marker.

[0010] The method may further comprise enabling a user to perform an action (e.g. a mouse click) on a displayed job marker, to obtain more information about the associated job(s) or job candidate(s).

[0011] In a further aspect of the invention, there is provided a computer implemented method of promoting a job entity, comprising:

creating a profile for the job entity; and enabling a user to upload a video associated with the job entity.

[0012] The job entity may be an employer, a candidate or an available job.

[0013] In a further aspect of the present invention, there is provided a computer implemented method of facilitating connection between a candidate and an employer for an available job, the method comprising:

enabling an employer user to create an employer profile on a computer system, associated with an employer;

enabling a candidate user to create a candidate profile on the computer system, associated with a candidate;

enabling communication to be sent from the employer to the candidate, to facilitate matching between the employer and the candidate for an available job associated with the employer.

[0014] The communication may comprise a message asking the candidate to apply for the available job, or may comprise a job offer, or may comprise a video interview between the employer and the candidate, using the employment computer system. The candidate may be able to accept a job offer using the employment computer system, which may in turn update the workflow for that job - in particular, as the job will be marked filled, it will no longer be displayed to other users searching for available jobs.

[0015] In some embodiments, the communication may be completed on an expedited basis using mobile communication devices - for example, for short term contracts that may arise at late notice (e.g. a 1-day temporary contract if to meet high demand or to cover for ordinary employees who are sick/absent). In particular, the communication may comprise a generic notification to candidate users of an available job, which may be communicated to candidate users via (for example) a push notification on an app. Candidate users may be notified (or not notified) based on qualifications and/or other settings provided in the candidate profile (for example, desirable job criteria for that candidate). Candidate users may also be notified (or not notified) based on their location in relation to the location of the employer (or in relation to the location of the available job). A candidate user's location may be determined via a setting in the candidate's profile, or using a GPS function on a mobile computing device associated with the candidate user.

[0016] The communication may further comprise a message from one or more candidate users applying for the available job. If the process is being conducted on an expedited basis, only a limited number of candidate applications (e.g. the first N (e.g. 10) candidate applications) may be permitted under embodiments of the invention. The computer system may then be used to facilitate video interviews between some or all of the candidate users and the employer user. The interview may be conducted using a mobile computing device associated with at least the candidate user.

[0017] In a further aspect of the invention, there is provided a computer implemented method of facilitating a user search in an employment system, the method comprising:

enabling a user to create a profile identifying a plurality of user attributes; and

when the user searches for available jobs or candidates using the employment system, setting at least one of the user attributes as a default search criterion.

[0018] In a further aspect of the invention, there is provided a computer implemented method of assisting a candidate to create a resume using an employment system, the method comprising:

enabling a candidate to create a profile identifying a plurality of candidate attributes; and using the candidate attributes to create a documentary resume for the candidate.

[0019] The documentary resume may be in a pdf format, and may be accessible from the candidate profile on the employment system.

[0020] In another aspect of the invention, there is provided a computer system facilitating employment comprising:

at least one processor; and

a memory in communication with the processor, the memory storing instructions that, when executed by the at least one processor, cause the system to perform the method of any one of the previous aspects of the invention.

[0021 ] Further aspects of the invention will be apparent from the detailed description below. It will be understood that features described with reference to any one aspect of the invention may be incorporated with other aspects of the invention.

[0022] A detailed description of one or more embodiments of the invention is provided below, along with accompanying figures that illustrate by way of example the principles of the invention. While the invention is described in connection with such embodiments, it should be understood that the invention is not limited to any embodiment. On the contrary, the scope of the invention is limited only by the appended claims and the invention encompasses numerous alternatives, modifications and equivalents.

[0023] [0019] For the purpose of example, numerous specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. The present invention may be practiced according to the claims without some or all of these specific details. For the purposes of clarity, technical material that is known in the technical fields related to the invention has not been described in detail so that the present invention is not unnecessarily obscured.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Preferred embodiments of the invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings wherein:

[0025] Figures 1 and 2 are screenshots from an embodiment of the present invention, depicting a candidate profile.

[0026] Figure 3 is a screenshot from an embodiment of the present invention, depicting an employer profile. [0027] Figures 4 and 5 are map displays of job search results, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 6 is a list display of job search results for a particular geographical location, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 7 is a map display of candidate search results, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 8 is a list display of candidate search results for a particular geographical location, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 9 is a screenshot from a computer system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, showing a video interview.

[0032] Figure 10 is a screenshot from a default job search conducted by a candidate using a computer system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 11 is a screenshot from an employer user using a computer system in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the employer user is managing multiple available jobs

[0034] Figure 12 is a flowchart depicting the manner in which a computer system according to an embodiment of the invention facilitates a candidate to audition for an available job.

[0035] Figure 13 is a flowchart depicting the manner in which a computer system according to an embodiment of the invention facilitates an employer to select a candidate and conduct a video interview.

[0036] Figure 14 is a flowchart depicting the manner in which a computer system according to an embodiment of the invention facilitates an employer to identify and connect with a candidate for an available job.

[0037] Figure 15 is a flowchart depicting the manner in which a computer system according to an embodiment of the invention facilitates a video interview between employer and candidate.

[0038] Figures 16 and 17 are screenshots from a video interview facilitated by a computer system according to the present invention.

[0039] Figure 18 is a screenshot from a video interview facilitated by a computer system according to the present invention, on a mobile computing device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0040] In accordance with an embodiment of the invention, an online employment system is provided which offers greater interactivity, more intuitive functionality and display features, and additional workflow control compared to existing online employment services.

[0041] The online employment system (or "H platform") of the present invention may comprise at least one web server having a processor and a memory, and a database accessible to the web server, for storing information about users (employers and candidates) and job offerings. The employment system may be accessed remotely by the users, through a computer web browser or using a dedicated app on a mobile device such as a tablet or mobile phone.

[0042] As mentioned previously, users generally fall into two main categories - employers and candidates. Users are able to create a profile on the online employment system.

[0043] For a job candidate user, the profile can contain various types of information about them, as depicted in Figures 1 and 2. The profile may include their name, qualifications and prior employment history, as found in conventional documentary resumes. Figure 1 depicts this profile information. The profile may also include additional information, as shown in Figure 2. For example, the user may enter desired salary expectations (Figure 2 depicts a minimum salary expectation on an hourly basis ($30+ per hour) and on an annual basis ($60k+ per annum)). The user may also enter personal details such as their location (including a post/zip code), their contact details, and the type of job they are seeking (in the example of Figure 2, "engineering").

[0044] For an employer, similar information may also be entered into their profile, generally by a user representing the employer (such as an HR manager). Figure 3 depicts exemplary profile information for an employer. The information may include the name of the employer, the industry the employer operates in, location of its head office (employers with multiple offices or factories may be able to enter these additional addresses elsewhere in their profile), and their location (including a post/zip code 150). The profile information of both employers and candidates is stored in a database used in the invention.

[0045] Of particular note, both the employer and candidate can upload a video of their own choosing (and preferably of their own creation). Figure 1 shows a video 100 embedded in a candidate profile page. This video functionality is particularly important for the candidate, as it gives them an opportunity to advertise themselves, and show their character and the way they interact with people. This video feature provides a significant advantage for candidates in promoting themselves to potential employers.

[0046] Employers can also create job listings using the present invention. Figure 1 1 depicts a list of jobs that may be created by an employer. Importantly, the employer preferably associates a location with each available job, which may be the head office of he employer, or may be the location of a sub-office or factory or other region where the employer operates. Preferably, the employer specifies the postal or zip code for each available job.

[0047] Both employers and candidates can search the database used by the online employment system. Employers can search for suitable candidates, while candidates can search for available jobs. In this preferred embodiment, the search function is automatically customised to a default search tailored to the user preferences. Figure 10 shows how (by default) the candidates desired industry (engineering) and desired salary expectations are set as criteria in the search. The inclusion (by default) of search criteria taken from attributes in the candidate profile streamlines the functionality of the online employment system, and allows a user to more easily use a mobile app and conduct multiple searches without needing to specify standard criteria, every time.

[0048] Although the use of default search criteria was described above by reference to candidate attributes, employers searching for candidates can also have default searching criteria set for them automatically (either attributes from their employer profile, or in some instances, attributes specified in a particular job listing).

[0049] Once a search is conducted, search results (e.g. job listings) can be displayed to the user. For a candidate, this may simply be a list of available jobs, which is the conventional approach in existing online employment systems. However, in the present invention, a user can also choose to view their search results using a 'map view', as depicted in Figures 4 and 5.

[0050] In the map view of Figures 4 and 5, available jobs (meeting the search criteria) are marked on the map using job markers 200. This enables the searcher to view, and prioritise, jobs that are conveniently located for them.

[0051] Each job marker 200 is not a precise location of the job, but is associated with a particular region - e.g. a post code. The number in the head of the job marker 200 indicates the number of jobs in that region. The reason for only associating a job marker with a particular region is so that the employer cannot be identified from the address. This ensures that the employer has control over who can find out that they are advertising for a particular job, at that time.

[0052] A user can click on a job marker to find out more information about the job(s) at that location, as depicted in Figure 6. Figure 6 lists jobs that are available in the post code 3061. More information about each job can be obtained by clicking on the job listing, from this screen. A user may choose to shortlist a particular position and return to it later if they wish to apply ("audition") for the job.

[0053] Similar functionality is provided for employer searching for potential candidates. In the map view of Figure 7, potential candidates (meeting the search criteria) are marked on the map using candidate markers 250. This enables the searcher to view, and prioritise, candidates that are conveniently located for them

[0054] Each candidate marker 250 is not a precise location of the job, but is associated with a particular region - e.g. a post code. The number in the head of the job marker 200 indicates the number of jobs in that region. Associating a candidate marker with a particular region (and not a specific address) makes sense, as a candidate is not likely to want their personal address made public.

[0055] A user can click on a candidate marker to find out more information about the candidate(s) at that location. It should be noted that registered candidates may enable privacy settings to restrict the amount of information visible to potential employers. For example, a candidate may not want their current employer to know they are looking for other work, and so they may switch off any visibility of their profile to all other users, by default. The candidate may control the amount and type of information that becomes available, and when it will become available - for example, the candidate's information may only become viewable to an employer after the candidate has applied for a particularob offered by that employer, or expressed interest in the employer using other communication mechanisms.

[0056] The present invention enables direct communication between the employer and registered candidates. For example, an employer can reach out to a potential candidate using a "Connect" button offered by the system, or the like.

[0057] Communications using the system may simply be general messages in some cases, but in others may be categorized in various ways, including:

• an employer expressing general interest in a candidate, or vice versa;

• an employer encouraging a candidate to apply for a particular job listing, as depicted in Figure 14; a candidate applying for a job. Figure 12 depicts how a candidate can search for job listings and send an 'audition' to an employer, for an available job. The audition may include their profile video and resume, or the candidate may choose to use an alternate resume or include additional details or files that might be relevant to a particular position;

communication to arrange an interview between an employer and candidate (generally a shortlisted candidate). Of particular note, the online employment system may facilitate a video interview between the employer and the candidate, as depicted in Figure 13. In particular, once an employer has selected a candidate of interest, they may active a "Video Connect" option. This enables them to select a time (and/or duration) for a video interview, and set it up with the candidate, using an integrated part of the H platform. Upon selecting a "Video Connect" button, an "Interview Scheduling Window" may appear, enabling the employer user to select a job that the interview relates to along with proposed date, start time, end time and/or duration. This proposal can be sent as an interview offer to a candidate. The candidate, upon receiving the offer, may choose to accept or reject the interview offer.

conducting a video interview with a candidate, as depicted in Figure 15. Each user (employer and candidate) may view themselves in a smaller "preview" window during the interview, while viewing the other participant in a larger window, with the user interface designed to clearly show the difference. Figure 16 depicts an employer view during a video interview, while Figure 17 depicts the candidate view. This video interview functionality is a significant improvement over existing online employment systems, which do not provide any video interview capability. It provides a simple, streamlined and interactive way for an employer and candidate to better understand each other, and assess whether there is a mutual 'cultural fit'.

an employer offering a candidate a job, as depicted in Figures 13 and 14. This may include a complete customised letter of offer prepared by the employer, or may be sent in a default format provided by the online employment system, setting out standard information such as salary and role description, or

a candidate accepting a job offer, as depicted in Figure 14. Preferably, the system automatically recognizes acceptances, and uses this information to update the job listing for that particular job - and mark it as filled, as shown in Figure 14. This saves the employer from needing to manually update the job listing, streamlining the employment process from their perspective. It also automatically removes the job from search visibility, ensuring candidates do not waste time viewing a job listing for a job that is no longer available.

• a candidate may also choose to reject a job offer, in which case the offer notification is simply cleared and further action is not required as shown in Figure 14.

• In some embodiments- for example, for short term contracts that may arise at late notice (e.g. a 1-day temporary contract if to meet high demand or to cover for ordinary employees who are sick/absent) - a "Quick Jobs" feature may be provided, to fill a position on an expedited basis. In this situation, a generic notification may be sent to nearby candidates regarding the available job. In particular, the communication may comprise a generic notification or 'broadcast' to candidate users of an available job, which may be communicated to candidate users via (for example) a push notification on an app. Candidate users may be notified (or not notified) based on qualifications and/or other settings provided in the candidate profile (for example, desirable job criteria for that candidate). Candidate users may also be notified (or not notified) based on their location in relation to the location of the employer (or in relation to the location of the available job). A candidate user's location may be determined via a setting in the candidate's profile, or using a GPS function on a mobile computing device associated with the candidate user. If the process is being conducted on an expedited basis, only the first N (e.g. 10) candidate applications may be permitted under embodiments of the invention. The method may then system may then facilitate video interviews video interviews between some or all of the candidate users and the employer user - the employer user may review the limited number of accepted applications, and select the best candidate users from those accepted applications. The interview(s) may be conducted using a mobile computing device associated with at least the candidate user. Accordingly, the invention enables employers to quickly broadcast available jobs, conduct interviews on an expedited basis, and fill the position very quickly if they find a suitable candidate.

[0058] Communication may be facilitated using a computer platform/server associated with the system. In some cases, user devices may be mobile computing devices such as mobile phones or laptop/tablet computers. In these cases, the computer platform may provide a dedicated app for implementing the invention, available for different operating systems (e.g. different versions of iOS, Android, etc). Modern mobile computing devices typically include built-in location services, networking functionality, and video cameras, meaning that they are equipped to implement the video interview features of the present invention. The video functionality may be provided within the dedicated app.

[0059] This embodiment of the present invention may also enable a candidate to have their profile endorsed or verified - to promote to potential employers that the information contained within their profile is correct. The endorsement/verification process will likely be performed for a fee, and is an additional feature by which the employment system of the present invention is distinguished over conventional online systems.

[0060] The online employment system of the present invention may offer additional functionality, such as a resume creation service. The system may enable a user to, at the click of a button (e.g. marked "Create Resume") insert the infromation in their profile into a pdf resume. The user may be able to choose from multiple standardized formats. Furthermore, although a pdf format is expected to be mostly suitable and easily transferrable, other file formats (such as Microsoft Word) may also be supported.

[0061] The invention can also be integrated with accounting or payment systems, with education and training services, or with other service providers to help matching and ongoing management of employees. For example, the online computer system of the present invention may include:

• accounting services to facilitate payment from the employer to the new employee;

• training services to manage induction of ongoing training of the new employee (and the employee's profile may be updated to reflect completion of training programs, either automatically or upon employee approval), or

• telecom services;

• vehicle rental services to facilitate in-person employee interviews or employee travel as part of their employment.

[0062] Where a flowchart is used herein to demonstrate various aspects of the invention, it should not be construed to limit the present invention to any particular logic flow or logic implementation. The described logic may be partitioned into different logic blocks (e.g., programs, modules, functions, or subroutines) without changing the overall results or otherwise departing from the true scope of the invention. Often, logic elements may be added, modified, omitted, performed in a different order, or implemented using different logic constructs (e.g., logic gates, looping primitives, conditional logic, and other logic constructs) without changing the overall results or otherwise departing from the true scope of the invention.

[0063] Various embodiments of the invention may be embodied in many different forms, including computer program logic for use with a processor (e.g., a microprocessor, microcontroller, digital signal processor, or general purpose computer), programmable logic for use with a programmable logic device (e.g., a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) or other PLD), discrete components, integrated circuitry (e.g., an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC)), or any other means including any combination thereof. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, predominantly all of the communication between users and the server is implemented as a set of computer program instructions that is converted into a computer executable form, stored as such in a computer readable medium, and executed by a microprocessor under the control of an operating system.

[0064] In some embodiments, a computing device may comprise a computer module comprising input devices such as a keyboard, a mouse pointer device, scanner, an external hard drive, and a microphone; and output devices including a printer, a display device and loudspeakers. In some embodiments video display may comprise a touchscreen.

[0065] A Modulator-Demodulator (Modem) transceiver device may be used by the computer module for communicating to and from a communications network. The network 220 may be a wide-area network (WAN), such as the Internet, a cellular telecommunications network, or a private WAN. Through the network, computer module may be connected to other similar personal devices or server computers. Where the connection is a telephone line, the modem 216 may be a traditional "dial-up" modem. Alternatively, where the connection 221 is a high capacity (e.g.: cable) connection, the modem may be a broadband modem. A wireless modem may also be used for wireless connection to network. In preferred embodiments, mobile communication devices such as mobile phones, laptops and tablet computers may be used to implement the present invention.

[0066] Computer program logic implementing all or part of the functionality where described herein may be embodied in various forms, including a source code form, a computer executable form, and various intermediate forms (e.g., forms generated by an assembler, compiler, linker, or locator). Source code may include a series of computer program instructions implemented in any of various programming languages (e.g., an object code, an assembly language, or a high-level language such as Fortran, C, C++, JAVA, or HTML) for use with various operating systems or operating environments. The source code may define and use various data structures and communication messages. The source code may be in a computer executable form (e.g., via an interpreter), or the source code may be converted (e.g., via a translator, assembler, or compiler) into a computer executable form.

[0067] The computer program may be fixed in any form (e.g., source code form, computer executable form, or an intermediate form) either permanently or transitorily in a tangible storage medium, such as a semiconductor memory device (e.g, a RAM, ROM, PROM, EEPROM, or Flash-Programmable RAM), a magnetic memory device (e.g., a diskette or fixed disk), an optical memory device (e.g., a CDROM or DVD-ROM), a PC card (e.g., PCMCIA card), or other memory device. The computer program may be fixed in any form in a signal that is transmittable to a computer using any of various communication technologies, including, but in no way limited to, analog technologies, digital technologies, optical technologies, wireless technologies (e.g., Bluetooth), networking technologies, and inter-networking technologies. The computer program may be distributed in any form as a removable storage medium with accompanying printed or electronic documentation (e.g., shrink wrapped software), preloaded with a computer system (e.g., on system ROM or fixed disk), or distributed from a server or electronic bulletin board over the communication system (e.g., the Internet or World Wide Web).

[0068] Hardware logic (including programmable logic for use with a programmable logic device) implementing all or part of the functionality where described herein may be designed using traditional manual methods, or may be designed, captured, simulated, or documented electronically using various tools, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), a hardware description language (e.g., VHDL or AHDL), or a PLD programming language (e.g., PALASM, ABEL, or CUPL).

[0069] Programmable logic may be fixed either permanently or transitorily in a tangible storage medium, such as a semiconductor memory device (e.g., a RAM, ROM, PROM, EEPROM, or Flash-Programmable RAM), a magnetic memory device (e.g., a diskette or fixed disk), an optical memory device (e.g., a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM), or other memory device. The programmable logic may be fixed in a signal that is transmittable to a computer using any of various communication technologies, including, but in no way limited to, analog technologies, digital technologies, optical technologies, wireless technologies (e.g., Bluetooth), networking technologies, and internetworking technologies. The programmable logic may be distributed as a removable storage medium with accompanying printed or electronic documentation (e.g., shrink wrapped software), preloaded with a computer system (e.g., on system ROM or fixed disk), or distributed from a server or electronic bulletin board over the communication system (e.g., the Internet or World Wide Web).

[0070] Throughout this specification and the claims which follow, unless the context requires otherwise, the word "comprise", and variations such as "comprises" and "comprising", will be understood to imply the inclusion of a stated integer or step or group of integers or steps, but not the exclusion of any other integer or step or group of integers or steps.

[0071 ] The reference in this specification to any prior publication (or information derived from it), or to any matter which is known is not, and should not be taken as an acknowledgment or admission or any form of suggestion that that prior publication (or information derived from it) or known matter forms part of the common general knowledge in the field of endeavour to which this specification relates.

Claims

A computer-implemented method of graphically depicting available jobs, the method comprising:

associating a plurality of jobs with corresponding geographical regions;

depicting a map;

A computer-implemented method of graphically depicting available job candidates, the method comprising:

depicting a map;

selecting one or more selected job candidates to display on the map; and

indicating, on the map, the selected job candidate(s), using at least one candidate marker at a geographical region containing the selected job candidate(s).

3. The method of claim 1 or 2, wherein the job marker includes a number, indicating how many selected jobs or job candidates are associated with the geographical region of the job marker or candidate marker.

4. The method of any preceding claim, further comprising:

enabling a user to obtain more information about a job or job candidate, by performing an action on a displayed job marker or candidate marker.

5. A computer-implemented method of promoting a job entity, comprising:

creating a profile for the job entity; and enabling a user to upload a video associated with the job

entity.

6. The method of claim 5, wherein the job entity is a employer.

7. The method of claim 5, wherein the job entity is an available job.

8. The method of claim 5, wherein the job entity is a candidate.

9. The method of claim 8, wherein employers can view videos associated with candidates to determine their potential fit with the employer.

10. The method of claim 8, wherein the candidate can request an endorsement for their profile from a verifying entity, and wherein the endorsement can be displayed on their profile.

1 1. A computer-implemented method of facilitating connection between a

candidate and an employer for an available job, the method comprising: enabling an employer user to create an employer profile on a computer system, associated with an employer;

12. The method of claim 11, wherein the communication comprises a message asking the candidate to apply for the available job.

13. The method of claim 11, wherein the communication comprises a job offer to the candidate, for the available job.

14. The method of claim 13, further comprising enabling the candidate to accept the available job using the computer system.

15. The method of claim 14, wherein when he candidate accepts the available job, it is marked as no longer being available.

16. The method of claim 11, wherein the communication comprises a video interview between the employer and the candidate, using the computer system.

17. The method of claim 11, wherein the communication includes a broadcast notification to candidate users regarding the available job.

18. The method claim 17, wherein the communication includes accepting only a limited number of applications from candidate users, for the available job.

19. The method of claim 18, wherein the communication comprises a video interview between the employer and the candidate, using the computer system.

20. A computer-implemented method of facilitating a user search in an

employment system, the method comprising:

21. A computer-implemented method of assisting a candidate to create a resume using an employment system, the method comprising:

enabling a candidate to create a profile identifying a plurality of candidate attributes; and using the candidate attributes to create a documentary resume for the

candidate.

22. The method of claim 21, wherein the documentary resume is in a pdf

format.

23. The method of claim 22, wherein the documentary resume is accessible from the candidate profile on the employment system.

24. The method of any preceding claim, wherein the method is performed using at least one mobile computing device.

25. A computerised employment system comprising:

at least one processor; and