McCoy

McCoy is a platform designed to streamline early-stage candidate screening by enabling hiring teams to assess how applicants think through real-world job challenges before conducting phone interviews. The tool generates a tailored challenge based on a provided job description, extracting company branding and understanding the role to draft a relevant question. Recruiters can further personalize the experience by recording an introduction video or using an AI avatar, and the challenge page is branded to match the company's identity.

Candidates receive a link to the challenge, install the app, and record a short video response—typically taking five to ten minutes—to an open-ended question that simulates a problem they might face in the actual role. The platform emphasizes evaluating qualities such as thought process, judgment, problem-solving approach, and even how candidates use AI. Unlimited retakes are allowed, and candidates have control over their submission, aiming to create a low-pressure experience that encourages completion. Written-response accommodations are also available.

Recruiters can review all candidate responses in one place, making it easier to scan and compare applicants before deciding who to invite for a call. McCoy is positioned to work alongside existing applicant tracking systems (ATS), requiring no direct integration; recruiters simply share a URL with candidates as part of their screening process. The platform supports multiple use cases, such as initial application screening, secondary evaluation, or maintaining a pipeline of interested candidates prior to opening a specific role.

By focusing on real-time problem-solving and communication skills, McCoy aims to address the limitations of traditional resume-based screening and reduce wasted time on unqualified candidates. The service is accessible without requiring an account for previewing challenges and offers a user experience intended to benefit both hiring teams and job seekers.