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Short-video sharing app TikTok on Wednesday launched a pilot programme that lets s video resumes for US-based jobs ranging from a WWE Superstar to a senior data engineer at Shopify or a creative producer at TikTok itself.
Under the "TikTok Resumes" programme, companies including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Target will accept video resumes for openings from July 7 through July 31.
Used widely by Gen Z and millennials, the platform will let s apply for entry level jobs to experienced positions with videos bearing the hashtag #TikTokResumes, the company said in a blog post.
The United States has been facing a shortage of willing workers as labour demand returns after the pandemic, fueled by rapid vaccinations against the coronavirus.
Known for trend-setting dance videos, TikTok has seen a rise in career and job-related content under hashtags like #CareerTok. Companies including dating app Microsoft's LinkedIn remains the go-to social media site for professionals.
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