We’ve all been suffering from ATS overload for a few years now, and hearing about yet another product that promises a “unique twist” on candidate presentation is enough to leave us dizzy.

And mention “video resume” and many recruiters start running for the hills. But what about adding a less-threatening audio clip to accompany your candidates’ resumes?

After checking out a new tool called Verbal Summary, some might view it as just the technology recruiters need before they make the leap into full-fledged video resumes. In fact, this audio-first approach might be a harbinger for how video resumes could one day be formatted.

Now before you start grumbling about poorly produced video resumes, consider that audio interviews are pretty simple and might make you look better by having the candidate speak with passion about their skill level, experience, etc.

Not surprisingly, Jerry Albright, founder of Verbal Summary, says this tool is “designed for every desk in the staffing world” and allows for “effective and powerful presentations” to clients. Albright says this tool can save all parties the time typically spent scheduling first round interviews.

Is it that simple? Pay a monthly subscription fee ($50/month) and the addition of a call recorder, and voila?

As with any new tool, it’s only effective if all recruiters embrace a new approach. So, in hoping to find out more about these audio-produced clips, we recently chatted with Albright to learn more: