Telegraph Editor Interview Questions

16 What is the most challenging part of writing text, such as stories, articles, editorials, or newsletters? Share an example.
17 Name a time when you planned the contents of publications according to the publication's style, editorial policy, and publishing requirements.
18 Describe methods you have found useful to develop story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.
19 Share an example of when you went above and beyond the "call of duty". (Look for answers that show the candidate is dependable.)
20 Provide an experience that demonstrates your ability to manage time effectively. What were the challenges and results?
21 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.)
22 Would you consider analyzing data or information a strength? How so?
23 Name a time when your creativity or alternative thinking solved a problem in your workplace.
24 Provide a time when you worked in a rapidly evolving workplace. How did you deal with the change? (Make sure the candidate is flexible.)
25 What factors do you consider when you direct the policies and departments of newspapers, magazines and other publishing establishments? Share an experience.
26 Walk me through how you interview and hire writers and reporters or negotiate contracts, royalties, and payments for authors or freelancers.
27 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?
28 What is the challenging part of conferring with management and editorial staff members regarding placement and emphasis of developing news stories?
29 Provide an example of when you were persistent in the face of obstacles.
30 Share an experience in which you conducted a test of a product, service, or process and successfully improved the quality or performance.