Video Marketing for Talent Teams

Reclaiming Your Influence in Talent: A Conversation with Athanasia Corso from Insurance House

What does it take to stay anchored in your value as a talent leader when priorities shift, roles evolve and your seat at the table is never guaranteed?

In this episode of Impact at Work, Athanasia Corso, Head of Talent at Insurance House, shares what it looks like to reclaim your voice and reconnect with the impact you are capable of having, even in the most unpredictable conditions.

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From Hype to Readiness: Making AI Practical for Talent Leaders

In Episode 45 of Impact at Work, Alastair Schirmer, Global Head of Digital Innovation at Randstad Enterprise, joins David Macciocca and Jo Vohland to unpack the realities of AI in the talent space.

Alastair draws on more than two decades in HR tech and now leads global digital strategy at one of the largest HR and staffing companies in the world. His message is clear: AI will not make a meaningful difference until talent leaders shift their focus from tools to readiness.

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Strengths-Based Leadership: A More Sustainable Way to Create Impact at Work

In the first episode of Impact at Work, Eva Brookes, Strengths Practitioner, joins hosts David Macciocca and Jo Vohland to explore how real workplace impact begins with self-awareness.

A certified strengths practitioner and experienced global talent leader, Eva shares her belief that true impact doesn’t come from volume or speed. It starts when individuals understand what energises them and how to apply that knowledge meaningfully in their role, team, and career.

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Why Grad Program Leaders Need a Seat at the Table: Lessons from Westpac

In graduate recruitment, trust and visibility aren't built overnight. In Episode 43 of the VMJPod Graduate Recruitment Series, Natalie Gibbons, Graduate Programs Manager at Westpac, shares how she’s progressed from program coordinator to strategic leader, earning a seat at the table by owning the entire graduate journey.

With nearly 140 grads welcomed into 18 national programs each year, Natalie opens up about the systems, relationships, and mindset shifts that helped her turn a high-volume program into a respected, business-aligned function.

For early talent professionals looking to increase their influence, Natalie’s story offers a clear view of what it really takes to lead, not just manage.

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How to Build Grad Hiring Momentum That Lasts: Insights from Suncorp

In graduate recruitment, momentum doesn’t come from a single campaign — it’s built over time through trust, clarity, and the right systems behind the scenes. In Episode 42 of the VMJPod Graduate Recruitment Series, Kelly Pfeffer, Graduate Talent Lead at Suncorp, shares how she’s approached this long game with over 10,000 annual applicants, business-wide coordination, and a deep respect for early talent.

Whether you’re launching a new program or refining a mature one, Kelly offers tactical advice and timeless mindset shifts for building a graduate hiring engine that lasts.

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Employer Branding for Healthcare: Haleon's Video-Led Strategy Explained

In the competitive world of healthcare and consumer health brands, building a genuine and relatable employer brand is more important than ever. Since its launch in July 2022, Haleon—home to household names like Panadol, Sensodyne, and Centrum - has made impressive strides in amplifying its internal culture and values through storytelling.

In this episode of the VMJPod, Megan Alexander sits down with Emma Lang, APAC Employer Brand, Recruitment Marketing Lead at Haleon, to explore how the company embraced video content to elevate its employer brand. This conversation reveals how Haleon successfully empowered its people, navigated initial challenges, and uncovered the power of authentic, employee-driven content.

 

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Scaling Graduate Programs from the Ground Up: Lessons from AustralianSuper

In this episode of the VMJPod Graduate Recruitment Series, hosts David Macciocca and Steven Nield speak with Stuart Clark, Early & Diverse Careers Manager at AustralianSuper. This is a deep dive into what it really takes to launch a graduate program from the ground up, embed inclusive practices, and scale across borders.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to refine an existing strategy, Stuart’s story is packed with lessons for talent professionals working in the graduate space. 

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How FMCG Brands Are Using Video to Win Top Talent in a Competitive Market

Recruiting in FMCG is fast, high-stakes, and fiercely competitive. Whether you’re hiring brand managers, supply chain leads, or digital marketers, candidates are being courted by multiple industries and you’ve got one chance to cut through the noise.

What’s making a real impact? Employee video — and not just one type.

The most effective FMCG brands are striking a smart balance between polished, high-quality employer brand videos (often produced with agency support) and authentic employee-generated stories filmed in offices, stores, and manufacturing sites around the world. One draws candidates in with purpose and production value. The other builds trust by showing the real people and culture behind the brand.

In this blog, we break down how FMCG talent teams are using video to differentiate their employer brand, connect more meaningfully with candidates, and fill roles faster without compromising on quality or authenticity.

 


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Future-Proofing Graduate Programs: Insights from Deloitte Australia

Graduate recruitment remains a top priority for leading companies like Deloitte, especially as industries grapple with a shrinking pool of qualified talent. In today’s competitive landscape, understanding the forces shaping early careers hiring has never been more critical.

In the latest episode of the VMJPod Graduate Recruitment Series, hosts David Macciocca and Steven Nield sit down with Heather Hunt, Graduate Talent Acquisition Lead at Deloitte, for an insightful conversation on resilience, opportunity, and the evolving future of graduate hiring.

 

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