Join host David Macciocca in conversation with Steven Nield as they explore how employee story content is transforming graduate recruitment. In this episode, Steven shares GHD’s journey through the VMJ Activator Program—a fast-paced video content initiative designed to boost engagement with prospective graduates. Hear firsthand insights into the strategies used, challenges overcome, and the powerful outcomes that reshaped their talent acquisition approach.

[00:02:59] The appeal of the VideoMyJob Activator Program for GHD.
[00:03:20] Graduate participation statistics and the importance of targeted communication.
[00:05:03] The role of coaching and structuring content for authentic storytelling.
[00:08:20] Internal recognition strategies that encourage participation.
[00:10:31] The impact of external visibility and social sharing for graduates.
[00:12:09] Emphasizing authentic experiences in graduate recruitment.

If you want to learn more about activating your employer brand strategy and EVP then you can check out podcast.videomyjob.com for a library of industry perspectives and how-tos.

Now, if you’re ready to level up your activation strategy then you need an employee story video platform and that’s what we do! Go to videomyjob.com/demo to book a walkthrough with one of our video specialists or click on the pricing page to learn about our new 60-day pilot program.

Lastly, we’d love for you to help us spread the word about the VMJPod to attract new experts and practitioners to share their activation strategies, so please take a screenshot and post it on LinkedIn, don’t forget to tag us at VideoMyJob, we are so grateful when you do that!

In this episode of the VMJPod Graduate Recruitment Series, David Macciocca and Steven Nield sit down with Greg Thom, Global Early Careers Program Partner at Airwallex, to explore what it takes to build and retain high-performing graduate talent in a fast-scaling tech environment.

From navigating the evolving expectations of Gen Z to aligning hiring strategies with long-term business growth, Greg offers a grounded and insightful perspective on graduate recruitment at one of Australia’s fastest-growing fintechs.

• [00:01:00] Greg’s journey into early career hiring through apprenticeships.
• [00:03:25] The size and strategy behind Airwallex’s intern and graduate intake.
• [00:06:45] Balancing innovation with efficiency in hiring.
• [00:09:24] The role of hiring managers in supporting interns.
• [00:10:38] The impact of transparency on talent acquisition.
• [00:22:02] Importance of real projects for interns.
• [00:43:00] The infectious energy interns bring to teams.

If you want to learn more about activating your employer brand strategy and EVP then you can check out podcast.videomyjob.com for a library of industry perspectives and how-tos.

Now, if you’re ready to level up your activation strategy then you need an employee story video platform and that’s what we do! Go to videomyjob.com/demo to book a walkthrough with one of our video specialists or click on the pricing page to learn about our new 60-day pilot program.

Lastly, we’d love for you to help us spread the word about the VMJPod to attract new experts and practitioners to share their activation strategies, so please take a screenshot and post it on LinkedIn, don’t forget to tag us at VideoMyJob, we are so grateful when you do that!

In the first episode of a special six-part VMJPod graduate series, host David Macciocca, CEO of VMJ, and Steve Nield from GHD, sat down with Kristy Abbott, Product Owner for Career Programmes at ANZ, to explore how the bank is leading the charge with a progressive, degree-agnostic hiring strategy. Kristy’s insights offer a compelling look at the future of talent acquisition and deliver practical takeaways for recruiters looking to innovate their approach.

Key Topics Discussed:
Introduction to ANZ's Graduate Program (00:00:10): Kristy provides background information on her recruitment experience and her role at ANZ.
Volume of Applications (00:01:19): Discussion on the significant increase in graduate applications from 5,000 to 11,000 in three years.
Removing Resume Requirements (00:05:12): Exploring the impact of eliminating the CV requirement and adopting a degree-agnostic stance to increase diversity.
Assessment Processes (00:09:42): Insights into the structured assessment process that includes video interviews and gamified assessments, focusing on a candidate's potential rather than their past academic achievements.
Diversity and Inclusion (00:14:19): The successful efforts in reaching a diverse applicant pool, including the consideration of undocumented backgrounds and First Nations' recruitment.
Career Pathways for Graduates (00:19:01): How ANZ supports the development of graduates and the openness to various career paths within the bank.
Retention and Feedback Mechanisms (00:24:51): Discussing graduate retention rates and the iterative process of refining recruitment strategies based on past experiences.

If you want to learn more about activating your employer brand strategy and EVP then you can check out podcast.videomyjob.com for a library of industry perspectives and how-tos.

Now, if you’re ready to level up your activation strategy then you need an employee story video platform and that’s what we do! Go to videomyjob.com/demo to book a walkthrough with one of our video specialists or click on the pricing page to learn about our new 60-day pilot program.

Lastly, we’d love for you to help us spread the word about the VMJPod to attract new experts and practitioners to share their activation strategies, so please take a screenshot and post it on LinkedIn, don’t forget to tag us at VideoMyJob, we are so grateful when you do that!