



Applicant details




Supported Operating System(s):
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Mac OS, Web browser (OS agnostic), Windows 8Kira Talent is a cloud-based admissions solution that helps administrations in universities and higher education institutes to manage their admission routines assessment of applicants.
Kira Talent helps users to assess candidates based on traits like leadership, critical thinking, communication skills and more. The solution includes tools like timed video and written assessments, on-demand reviewing and role assignments. It also supports integration with various third-party admissions systems.
Kira Talent ensures that all reviewers use same criteria by providing rubrics built into the solution. The solution also helps users to develop questions, competencies and build custom assessments. It also features reviewer analytics and annual reports on usage ...
Applicant details
Supported Operating System(s):
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Mac OS, Web browser (OS agnostic), Windows 8Average User Ratings
Overall
Ease-of-use
4.5
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.5
Functionality
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
Not likely
Very likely
April 2018
Teresa from Smith School of Business At Queen's University
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Higher Education
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
April 2018
The Kira platform has allowed us to differentiate between candidates and determine fit much easier
Pros
I like the timed responses, and opportunity to 'bucket' questions into different categories. It allows us to easily determine a candidates comprehension and see how quickly and concisely they can formulate an answer. This tool also offers us the ability to see who our applicants are, and if they meet the English proficiency levels that we require for admission into the MBA.
Cons
I wish the video would automatically feed into our CRM system. At this stage the link is a manual process. Integration into Salesforce would be ideal
Response from Kira Talent
Replied May 2018
Hey Teresa! Thank you so much for the review! :) Looking forward to setting up a Kira/Salesforce integration with you in the near future! -Christian
April 2018
Kareem from Ryerson University
Industry: Higher Education
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
5.0
April 2018
Good idea, not the best for the end user.
Was able to weed through a huge pool of potential candidates with more context than a resume.
Pros
It helps you gain better insight of your candidates with a face to face which makes it easier to weed out people earlier in the process.
Cons
The users complained about the usability and not being able to time things properly. It doesn't actually replicate an interview and the screening isn't the best at all from their perspective so you might actually lose out on the best candidate if you based it on this.
Response from Kira Talent
Replied May 2018
Hi Kareem - thanks for your feedback! We really appreciate it. You're right - we do recommend using Kira as a screening tool (like you are) instead of a replacement for a final, in-person interview. So glad you're seeing value and saving time with your current use case! - Melanie
February 2019
Madooree from CFIB
Company Size: 201-500 employees
Industry: Public Policy
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
2.0
Functionality
2.0
February 2019
Customer Service needs improvement
It is a useful tool for high volume recruitment organizations.
Pros
The platform is very easy to use and provides candidates with directions at every step.
Cons
The platform is not mobile enabled and it became an issue with a lot of candidates that willing to take the interview on their phones or tablets. There is less support for French candidates and I feel that they can improve a lot in customer service and providing French support to candidates. The business has taken a very different direction and is focusing more on University admissions.
Response from Kira Talent
Replied March 2019
Hey Madooree, Thank you so much for your review and feedback! :) We hope to one day bring back the mobile app! Thanks, Christian
June 2020
Charles from Rockefeller Center, Dartmouth College
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Higher Education
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
June 2020
An innovative tool for online learning
The interface is elegant and the customer service is excellent. As a result, I had a tool that really elevated my course. The assessments were a tool for ensuring that students were prepared for class, and they actually enjoyed them.
Pros
The software allowed me to create video quizzes that enable students to offer thoughtful but concise answers on assigned reading. In an online environment, this enables me to get to know my students in a way that a paper and pencil assessment would not.
Cons
The students should not have to do the introductory video before each new assessment. This became redundant after the first assessment.
May 2018
Ted from Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University
Company Size: 201-500 employees
Industry: Higher Education
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
May 2018
I think that the Kira product is very good. I am overall satisfied
Reduced cycle time, marketing opportunities to candidates, more relaxed candidates,
Pros
The ability to serve the candidates. It is convenient, provides stats, meets a need from candidates, and allow us to convey messages to the candidates. It also meets our needs as staff. The customer service of Kira is also very good.
Cons
Lack of online mobile support for staff. A bit clunky in functionality. Not as user friendly as it could be. Need the ability to sort through candidates as defined by the user.
Response from Kira Talent
Replied May 2018
Ted, what a great review! Thank you so much! It's wonderful to hear you're having a good experience, and you're seeing lots of value with the Kira platform. We hope to have mobile apps for applicants in the future, and I agree about the ability to sort applicants as defined by the user. This is on our list! - Melanie