Ballista

About Ballista

Tired of sending your resume into the digital void? Ballista is the revolutionary platform that turns the broken online job application process on its head. Instead of hoping an AI filter notices your PDF among 500 others, Ballista ensures you get seen by sending your resume directly to the hiring manager's desk through physical mail. It's built for ambitious job seekers who are done being ghosted and invisible. The core value proposition is devastatingly simple: paper beats bots. A real letter on thick, premium paper commands attention in a way an email never can. It skips HR filters, bypasses automated tracking systems, and lands right in front of the person who makes the hiring decision. For as little as $5 per application, you demonstrate unparalleled initiative and secure a 10x higher response rate compared to online applications. Ballista handles the entire tedious process: its smart research tools find the right decision maker with real addresses, it prints your resume professionally, and mails it via USPS. In a world of digital noise, Ballista gives you a tangible, unforgettable edge.

Features of Ballista

Smart Hiring Manager Discovery

Stop guessing who to contact. Simply paste a job link, and Ballista's intelligent research engine does the heavy lifting. It suggests the top three most likely decision makers for that role, complete with confidence scores, reasons for the selection, and verified physical office addresses. This feature turns hours of LinkedIn sleuthing into a seconds-long, precise operation, ensuring your packet reaches the most impactful desk.

Premium Physical Packet Delivery

Your resume isn't just emailed—it's transformed into a tangible asset. Ballista prints your uploaded PDF on thick, 90lb professional-grade paper for a substantial feel. It's mailed flat in an envelope (never folded) via USPS First-Class Mail, arriving at the office in 5-7 business days. This physical package has a 90% open rate, forcing a moment of genuine consideration that digital applications simply cannot match.

Flexible Credit-Based System

Ballista operates on a simple, transparent credit system with no subscriptions or hidden fees. Purchase credits in packs that never expire. Use credits for different services: a Standard Packet with first-class mail, a Premium Packet with certified tracking, adding a smart cover letter, or using the discovery tools. This flexibility lets you tailor your campaign perfectly, whether sending one standout application or launching a full-scale job search blitz.

Campaign Management & Tracking

Go beyond a single application. Ballista allows you to manage entire job search campaigns from your dashboard. Mix and match standard and premium packets, add personalized cover letters, and track your credit usage. For premium packets, you can opt for certified mail with delivery tracking and proof, giving you concrete confirmation that your resume landed exactly where it was supposed to.

Use Cases of Ballista

Breaking Into Competitive Industries

When applying for roles in finance, tech, or at prestigious firms where online portals receive thousands of applications, you need to stand out immediately. Ballista ensures your application bypasses the initial AI screening and lands directly on the hiring manager's desk, making a powerful first impression that screams professionalism and determination before you even get an interview.

The Senior-Level Job Search

For directors, VPs, and C-suite candidates, the search is about strategic networking and direct impact. Sending a generic application through a company website is ineffective. Ballista allows experienced professionals to target specific executives or department heads with a high-touch, physical resume packet, reflecting the caliber and deliberate approach expected at this career level.

Overcoming Career Gaps or Pivots

If your resume has non-traditional elements that might be filtered out by automated systems—like career breaks or a shift in industry—a digital application often fails. A physical packet sent via Ballista forces a human review. It allows you to frame your narrative with a personalized cover letter, ensuring a real person evaluates your unique story and potential.

Reviving a Stalled Application Process

Already applied online but heard nothing? Don't just wait. Use Ballista to send a follow-up physical packet directly to the hiring manager. Mention your prior application in a cover letter. This demonstrates incredible proactive drive and persistence, often reviving interest and moving your application to the top of the pile when they realize you're a seriously motivated candidate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ballista find the right hiring manager?

We use a combination of smart algorithms and professional data sources to analyze job listings and company structures. When you paste a job link, our system identifies the department, role seniority, and typical reporting lines to suggest the most probable decision makers (like a department head or senior manager), complete with real mailing addresses. You get 2 free searches to test its accuracy with no signup required.

What's included in the physical packet?

Every standard Ballista packet includes your resume printed in full color on high-quality, thick 90lb bond paper (US Letter size, 8.5x11). It is mailed flat in a professional envelope via USPS First-Class Mail. You can add options like a personalized cover letter or choose a Premium Packet, which uses Certified Mail with tracking and delivery confirmation for ultimate peace of mind.

How long does delivery take and can I track it?

Delivery typically takes 5 to 7 business days within the United States via USPS First-Class Mail for our Standard Packet. If you select a Premium Packet, which uses Certified Mail, you will receive a tracking number and proof of delivery. This option uses more credits but provides definitive confirmation that your packet arrived.

What if I already know who I want to send my resume to?

The process is even faster! Simply sign up for an account, manually enter the hiring manager's name and address in your dashboard, upload your resume, and use your credits to send the packet. Ballista handles the professional printing and mailing, saving you the trip to the post office and ensuring a polished, consistent presentation.

Pricing of Ballista

Ballista uses a flexible credit system, not monthly subscriptions. Credits never expire, so you only pay for what you need.

Single Packet: $10 for 1,000 credits. Perfect for sending one standout application (a Standard Packet costs 668 credits).

Triple Pack (Most Popular): $30 for 3,150 credits (+5% bonus). Ideal for mailing 3 standard applications or 1 premium certified packet with tracking.

Campaign (Best Value): $100 for 11,000 credits (+10% bonus). Designed for a serious search, covering 10+ standard applications or a mix of standard and premium tracked packets.

Credit Costs: Standard Packet (first-class): 668 credits. Premium Packet (certified w/ tracking): 1,728 credits. Cover Letter: 9 credits. Hiring Manager Discovery: 15 credits.