topped firm Chengdu Ant Logistics Recently, a video clip showing the hiring process went viral on Chinese social media. The short clip, which was filmed by one of the interviewees, shows several people wearing masks, waiting to be met by company officials, who were also masked.

Company statement

The company has since issued a statement on the matter, claiming that the video was filmed at its recent semi-annual job fair and that the hoodies were introduced to eliminate bias based on appearance.

The reason for the masks

The Chinese logistics company said the exotic recruitment method was implemented to reduce stress levels of job candidates and also to emphasize the fact that it values ​​individuals’ individual abilities over their appearance.

The video clip, which went viral, received positive comments from millions of people, many of whom said they did not mind wearing a mask when applying for a new job.

A job applicant

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Someone wrote on the site Douyu The Chinese said, “As a person with social anxiety, I would really enjoy a job interview like this.” Another added, “This is egalitarian. Good looks don’t have to be taken into consideration.”

However, there were those who expressed doubts about the authenticity of the explanation given by the company. While the footage was actually filmed by an actual applicant, the masks were allegedly issued to protect people’s identities because the interviews were broadcast live. Some claim that after the video went viral, the company Chengdu Ant Logistics Simply turning the interview into a publicity stunt.