Interview Technique

Having taken part as an observer, interviewer and interviewee in today’s session, list the skills, personal qualities or previous experiences you have which would be of value to a potential employer?

My qualities I have are confidence, good communication, good terminology and energetic as well being eager and keen to learn.

List any concerns you may have about your management of any interview situation?

Nerves get the better of me.

Having watched or taken part in mock interviews, list the common weaknesses in an interviewee’s performance?

Preparing, stuttering of the words as well as allowing my nerves getting the better of me.

How could these be overcome?

By preparing interview technique as well as preparing for general questions they may ask and research into the media industry to find out how to get to your dream job.

List 8 key factors important to an employer in interviewing a potential employee.

1. Confidence

2. Preparation

3. Body language 

4. Terminology

5. Punctuality 

6. Appropriate dress code for the interview

7. Passion in the industry

8. Good work ethic