Funny! I remember circa 2007 when easy took a large number of embraer 145 pilots as direct entry captains! Many are still there to my knowledge. The only problem an experienced pilot offers the likes of easy training department, is they ask a lot of questions, and are not afraid to say no! When the need may arise
Cadets are ok, they may know how to operate the aircraft, but you can't teach experience!
Truth is they are cheap! The accountants love that, and when crewing shaft them they say yes please but no Vaseline for me!
You best cling to whatever job you can these days, as plenty of rich kids willing to work for nothing, waiting to take your place!