Does online dating feel like work?

Looking for love is no longer the product of kismet or boozy nights out, but ruthless, analytical searches for perfection. Digital daters discuss how they navigate the uncharted waters of online dating.

In today's romantic tradition, swipe left or right to create your online-dating video playlist. You can also click the thumbnails underneath to watch individual clips in any order, or view outtakes from the interviews.

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In these videos

Gabrielle Hooks, 27

  • On OKCupid, Tinder, HER
  • Dates Women
  • Looking for A long-term relationship
  • Hobbies Karaoke, aquarium fish-keeping

Michelle Norkowski, 32

  • On OKCupid, Tinder
  • Dates Men and women
  • Looking for Meaningful connections
  • Hobbies Yoga, backpacking, cycling, dancing

Alejandro Peña, 24

  • On OKCupid, Tinder, Hinge, Double, Siren, Coffee Meets Bagel
  • Dates Women
  • Looking for A relationship
  • Hobbies Dancing, cooking, hiking and exploring Twice Told Tales

Frankie Rentas, 33

  • On OKCupid, Grindr, Scruff
  • Dates Men
  • Looking for A relationship
  • Hobbies Sings second tenor in the Seattle Men’s Chorus

Jacqui Vindigni, 25

  • On OKCupid, Tinder, HER
  • Dates Men and women, but prefers women
  • Looking for Longer-term relationships, friends
  • Hobbies Longboarding, piano, going out, cooking, traveling

Jonathan Zwickel, 41

  • On OKCupid, Tinder, Hinge
  • Dates Women
  • Looking for A relationship
  • Hobbies Backpacking, mountaineering, snowboarding, live music

Renessa Rios-Strong, 34

  • Occupation Author, matchmaker and dating expert at MatchDateLove.com

In Pacific NW Magazine

Looking for love: These days it's a data-driven quest for perfection. Read the full story