In terms of the writing exercise, what did you mean when you wrote [this specific sentence]? (The exercise was related to articulating the details of a visiting lecturer's research on a complex topic.)
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Why do you want to work for us
What things do you think are important for a role writing/ editing children's books? If you could write a book or a series, what would your dream book/ series be about? How would you feel working on books/ games for a range of ages? Are there any topics you would be uncomfortable writing about or that you might find boring? If asked to write on a topic you don't know about, how would you go about researching the topic? Other questions related to my answers to the application questions (eg. to elaborate on a written task I had done and how I would imagine the illustrations working with the text). Also questions about my CV and my specific experience and how they might transfer to this role.
How would you go about interpreting a scientist's research for a layperson?
Was not prepared for the targeted selection style of interviewing at first. It is a weird style, but a good one once you get the hang of it. I will use it in the future.
How do you organize multiple projects at a time?
Tell us about yourself. What do you like to write? What would you like to write more of? What is a writing pet peeve? Do you have experience in content management? Tell me about a time you handled conflict in the workplace. What are your salary expectations?
Talk about a problem you had with a team and what you did to fix the problem.
Talk about a team project you worked on that was a success.
What is your proudest work accomplishment
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