Stop Wasting Time Applying Blind—Here’s How to Reach the Right Person Fast
Let’s face it—job hunting feels broken.
You find the perfect role on LinkedIn, your experience lines up, your portfolio is solid… but there’s one problem:
No recruiter. No contact. Just “Posted by LinkedIn Member.”
So who’s actually hiring? And how do you reach them?
At FasterGig, we believe video editors, freelancers, and creatives shouldn’t have to play guessing games to land work. That’s why we’re sharing the real, proven way to find a hiring manager on LinkedIn—even when it looks like there’s no one to contact.
Why This Matters
Most creatives apply for jobs the traditional way: hit “Apply,” cross fingers, wait. But that’s what everyone does—and it rarely gets you seen.
If you’re not contacting decision-makers directly, you’re invisible.
Whether you’re gunning for freelance gigs, remote editing roles, or in-house positions, connecting with the person behind the job post dramatically increases your chances of getting a reply (and skipping the résumé black hole).
Here’s exactly how to do it.
The Lazy Guide to Finding a Hiring Manager on LinkedIn
Step 1: Open the Job Posting
Even if it doesn’t list anyone under “Meet the hiring team,” keep the job post open. You’ll need:
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The job title (e.g., “Video Editor” or “Marketing Manager”)
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The company name
Step 2: Use Careerflow’s Free Hiring Manager Finder
This Google X-Ray-style tool bypasses LinkedIn’s limits and scrapes public info to show you who might be hiring.
Go to: https://hiring-search.careerflow.ai
Input:
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Job Title: e.g., “Video Editor”
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Company Name: e.g., “Salesforce” (or whatever company posted the job)
Hit Search. Careerflow will display real people—recruiters, department leads, and potential hiring managers.
Step 3: Use Boolean Search in LinkedIn
For even more leads, try this search string in the LinkedIn search bar:
Then:
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Click the People tab
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Filter by Current Company
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Optionally, filter by Location
Look for titles like:
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“Senior Talent Partner”
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“Recruiter”
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“Director of Video Production”
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“Head of Content”
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“Hiring Manager”
If you’re applying for other roles (like motion graphics or marketing), look for department heads in that function.
Step 4: Message Like a Human, Not a Bot
Once you’ve found the right person, don’t spam them with your résumé. Start with a simple, respectful DM:
Hey [Name],
I came across the [Job Title] role at [Company] and it really caught my eye. I’d love to ask a quick question about the team or the position if you’re open to it—totally understand if not!
✅ No résumé.
✅ No pitch.
✅ Just a real conversation starter.
Bonus Tip: Warm Them Up First
Before you message, engage with a few of their posts. Leave a thoughtful comment or like something they shared.
That way, your name rings a bell when your message lands—and it’s not just another cold ping.
Final Thoughts
Hiring is human.
People don’t hire résumés—they hire relationships. By identifying and connecting with the real decision-makers, you leapfrog the noise and put your name in the right inbox.
This technique takes 5 minutes, and it could be the difference between another ignored application and your next editing gig.