In this presentation, Shanna Kurpe shares tips to help students prepare for interviews for creative jobs, such as web design, web development and marketing positions.

1. Interview Tips
Presented by Shanna Kurpe

2. Agenda
Tips for Landing an Interview with an Agency
Six Ways to Prepare for the Interview
Best Practices During the Interview
Follow-Up Best Practices

3. Tips for Landing an
Interview with an Agency
Network. Network. Network.
Know the Agency Needs
Use Keywords from the
Job Post in Your Resume
Stand Out in Your Delivery
Call and/or Walk-In

4. How to Prepare for the
Interview

5. #1 - Research the Company
Visit the Company Website
Google Key Executives
Read Recent News Articles
Review Primary Clientele

6. #2 - Prepare Intelligent Questions
Don’t Ask Something You Can Learn Online
Ask Open-Ended Questions
Wait to Ask About Salary and Benefits
Focus on Your Role, Company Culture and the Future
Sample Questions Might Include:
Why are You Hiring for this Position?
What are the Opportunities for Growth and Learning?
How does Your Company Show its Value of Employees?
What are the Company’s Goals for the Next 5 Years and How Might I Fit in?

7. #3 - Write Down Your
Key Accomplishments
Align with the Hiring
Company’s Business Needs
Focus on Achievements,
Not Responsibilities
Be Specific
Talk Process and Outcomes
If Your Have a Shortage of
Accomplishments, Focus on
Your Passion

8. #4 - Practice Your Responses
Anticipate What the Employer will Ask
Give Your Responses to a Mirror
Possible Interview Questions:
Tell Me About Your Past Experience
What Are Your Hopes and Goals for the Future?
Describe a Time When You Were Presented with a Challenge
and Explain How You Overcame that Challenge
Please Share and Explain Your Portfolio

9. #5 - Map Your Route
Know Where You’re Going
Street Address
Suite Number
Floor
Drive the Route Ahead of Time
Arrive 15 Minutes Early
Have Phone Number on Hand

10. #6 - Select an Appropriate Outfit
Dress the Part
Professional Attire
Creative Style
Pressed and Clean
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask
Pick it Out the Night Before
Groom Yourself

13. During the Interview
Smile, and Show Enthusiasm
Greet Everyone Professionally - Firm Handshake, Eye Contact
Stand Tall, and Be Confident
Remain Positive - Even When Talking About Something Negative

14. The Follow Up
Send an Immediate Email
Thank You
Always Send a Hand-
Written Thank You Note
Place a Call a Few Days
After the Interview

15. Questions??
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