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Interview Scorecard Generator

Paste a job description and get a printable scorecard: the criteria to rate, what a strong candidate looks like, and the red flags, on a shared 1 to 5 scale. Rate every candidate the same way. No signup.

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Score the resumes before the interview

SiftFirst ranks every application against criteria you set, with a quote from each resume behind every score, so you walk into interviews with a shortlist and the evidence. You set the criteria; you decide every hire. Free to try, no signup.

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Why use an interview scorecard

  • Rating everyone on the same criteria makes candidates comparable and fairer.
  • Defining what strong looks like up front curbs gut-feel and halo effects.
  • A filled-in scorecard is a record you can point to if a decision is questioned.
  • Shared criteria let two interviewers compare notes instead of vibes.

How to run it

  • Rate each criterion 1 to 5 right after the interview, while it is fresh.
  • Write one line of evidence next to each rating, not just the number.
  • Keep criteria job-related; never rate anything tied to a protected characteristic.

Need the questions too? Try the Interview Question Generator, or see the screening guides by role.