papyjo,
As far as I am aware, easy is still taking direct entry Captains, particularly those with type/rating and experience on either 737 or Airbus 319/20/21.
If joining as an FO, the expantion, whilst it is being slowed a little, is still sufficient that FOs are eligable for consideration for command pretty much as soon as they have the required experience (Basically 3000 "Factored" hours. See the company web-site for an explanation.). The selection process then consists of a series of assesments, interviews and a sim-check.
A friend with considerable experience who joined last December is going through the process now, so you can see doesn't take that long.
Obviously if things got tight, they are only going to promote as positions became available, but right now it's still pretty positive.
What are your types/hours?