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What is the most challenging part of writing text, such as stories, articles, editorials, or newsletters? Share an example. |
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Name a time when you planned the contents of publications according to the publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements. |
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Describe methods you have found useful to develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal. |
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Share an example of when you went above and beyond the "call of duty". (Look for answers that show the candidate is dependable.) |
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Provide an experience that demonstrates your ability to manage time effectively. What were the challenges and results? |
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Share a time when you willingly took on additional responsibilities or challenges. How did you successfully meet all of the demands of these responsibilities? (Make sure the candidate is a self-starter and can demonstrate some initiative.) |
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Would you consider analyzing data or information a strength? How so? |
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Name a time when your creativity or alternative thinking solved a problem in your workplace. |
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Provide a time when you worked in a rapidly evolving workplace. How did you deal with the change? (Make sure the candidate is flexible.) |
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What factors do you consider when you direct the policies and departments of newspapers, magazines and other publishing establishments? Share an experience. |
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Walk me through how you interview and hire writers and reporters or negotiate contracts, royalties, and payments for authors or freelancers. |
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Please share what system you use when selecting local, state, national, and international news items received from wire services, based on assessment of items' significance and interest value? |
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What is the challenging part of conferring with management and editorial staff members regarding placement and emphasis of developing news stories? |
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Provide an example of when you were persistent in the face of obstacles. |
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Share an experience in which you conducted a test of a product, service, or process and successfully improved the quality or performance. |
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