Hire Creatives Who
Actually Create
Portfolios show polish, not process. Our AI probes creative thinking, design rationale,
and conceptual depth—so you only meet talent who can actually solve problems.
Process prediction
Design lead time
Better retention
Creative Process
How they think, not just what they made
Design Rationale
Collaboration Style
Critique Reception
Conceptual Range
Capability
Portfolio Review Only
Hello Recruiter
Creative process probing
Structured evaluation criteria
Varies by reviewer
Work attribution verification
Constraint & tradeoff discussion
If interviewer asks
Design lead time per candidate
45-60 min
0 min
Consistent scoring across candidates
Critique simulation
Portfolio Deep-Dive
MAYA reviews each project with the eye of a creative director—asking about constraints, iterations, stakeholder dynamics, and outcomes.
Critique Simulation
Attribution Probing
Process Mapping
Design Exercise
Comparative Scoring
MAYA
Primary Agent
Creative & Design Specialist
MAYA is your creative hiring specialist who reviews portfolios with a trained eye. She probes creative process, evaluates design rationale, simulates design critiques, and identifies candidates who think deeply—not just produce pretty pixels.
Portfolio Review
Process Probing
Critique Simulation
Whiteboarding
Brand Thinking
Collaboration Style
From Portfolio to Hire in Days
A streamlined process that respects creatives' time while evaluating what matters.
1
Portfolio Submission
Candidate shares portfolio link and brief context
2 minutes
2
Initial Screen
ARIA qualifies basics: availability, expectations, role fit
10 minutes
3
Portfolio Deep-Dive
MAYA reviews work and probes creative process
30-45 min
4
Critique & Exercise
Optional design challenge or critique simulation
20-30 min
5
Team Interview
Top candidates meet your design team
Final round
Tailored for Every Level
Different creative levels require different assessment approaches.
Junior Designer
0-2 years, building foundational skills
25 min
Assessment duration
What We Screen For
Foundational design principles understanding
Eagerness to learn and receive feedback
Basic tool proficiency (Figma, etc.)
Attention to detail and craft
Collaborative attitude and communication
Assessment Includes
Portfolio walkthrough (even student work)
Simple design exercise
Critique reception test
Growth mindset evaluation
Cultural fit assessment

Stop guessing from portfolios.
Let MAYA find the designers who can actually solve your problems.
Free ATS included
No contracts required
Try with one role free
