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How to Actually Get Hired
Who reads applications, which channel gets a reply, and what they screen for.
Why applying the normal way doesn't work
There's an ATS (Ashby), but at Campfire, referrals get priority. Your cold application competes with sourced candidates and internal recommendations.
Who to contact at Campfire
Contact route not yet verified for Campfire. For a 50-200-person B2B, Finance and Accounting company, expect the hiring manager or department lead to make the call — but this is a model, not confirmed data.
What Campfire screens for
The hiring bar at this stage (, B2B, Finance and Accounting): relevant experience and ability to operate autonomously. Show what you've shipped.
A tailored CV beats a generic one. Use Campfire's job description language to clear filters.
Mistakes that kill applications
A recycled CV gets rejected fast at Campfire (50-200 people). They notice.
Don't open with what you want. Open with what Campfire is dealing with right now — is growing fast after their null round, and what you'd do about it.
Applying and waiting = silence. Follow up at day five — it roughly doubles your odds of a reply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Campfire?
Through the roles on our Campfire jobs page, or directly to the hiring manager or department lead if you can reach them. At 50-200 people, direct outreach outperforms the form.
Does Campfire respond to cold emails?
Not enough data yet on Campfire's cold email response rates.
Who is the hiring manager at Campfire?
At this size, hiring is usually run by the hiring manager or department lead.
What ATS does Campfire use?
Campfire uses Ashby.
How competitive is it to get hired at Campfire?
Expect 150-300 applicants in the first two weeks for B2B, Finance and Accounting roles at this size. Apply within 72 hours for best odds.
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