01/09/2026
🎥 Video interviews: small details, big signals
In the past few years, video interviews have become the norm in recruitment.
And we have seen countless strong CVs undone by small, avoidable mistakes on screen.
First impressions matter. Employers often form an opinion within minutes.
If you log in late, sit in front of clutter, or struggle with poor lighting, your skills can quickly be overshadowed.
Here are 5 common errors we see:
1.Logging in late due to updates or forgotten passwords
2.Sitting in front of messy or distracting backgrounds
3.Poor lighting that hides facial expressions
4.Interruptions from phones or background noise
5.Forgetting to test equipment before the interview
The good news? Every one of these is preventable.
Here is how to get it right:
1.Test your tech, lighting, and internet ahead of time
2.Choose a clean, quiet, well lit setting
3.Eliminate interruptions and silence notifications
4.Always have a backup plan, such as a hotspot or second device
💡 Preparation is the difference between distraction and professionalism.
Get the basics right and your skills and personality will take centre stage.
That is how you turn video interviews from a hurdle into an advantage.
👉 What is the number one step you always take before an interview?
📩 At Eventus Recruitment Group we coach professionals within the Legal, Finance and Financial Services Sectors to shine at every stage of the recruitment process, from CV to interview. If you would like tailored support with your next career move, drop us a message!