An introductory video, I assume, for those attending Capgemini US campus recruitment events. Watch it. Now. Get pumped up.
'You may think we're a bunch of astrologers because we have the word 'Gemini' in our name. Or you may think we're a hedge fund because we have 'Cap' in our name.' No, I think you're a bunch of tossbags because you have a tw*t in your hiring video.
I can only imagine Capgemini were scared of the college market and latched upon the guy from CorpComms who believed he could make them look cool. Maybe they saw him at a firm karaoke and thought he rocked it live. But no. No, no. Not even the magic of Hairy Porter or the charm of Jer-waaard Dep-ur-doo (?!) could save this bizarre, patronising farrago.
That can’t actually be genuine? I instantly want to hurt him. Proves a point though that video is a wonderful hiring tool but with bad content, it can be detrimental. I had an argument the other day with someone about recruitment videos and content over the shinny finish. I’d rather see someone use a camera phone if it gives me a good understanding of atmosphere, culture and mood.
Posted by: Jamie Leonard | December 05, 2008 at 12:42 PM
I think you've missed the point on this one Andrew. This is not a foolish, and quite probably damaging, attempt by a multi-national company to 'Get down with the keeeads', but a a beautifully crafted Ricky Gervais/The Office homage.
Just like the famous BBC2 sitcom, this short, but perfectly written, script makes you physically cringe in your seat and yet you are unable to stop watching. Genius.
And let us not forget the star of the show, Jonathan Blank (or Ima Tossa as he's known in real life). Undoubtedly we'll be seeing a lot more of this talented actor and comedian next year. I for one would pay to see him live.
Capgemini have shown us the future of student comms. But maybe we shouldn't be too surprised about that - after all, they are a bunch of astrologers.
Posted by: noel | December 11, 2008 at 11:04 AM
He thinks he's so cute and loveable. Fact is, every time he curls his lip in that sardonic way, I just want to bludgeon him.
The bit at 2m50 is gold, though: "Lenny is a special leader. He's also a natural leader..."
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