Comments on: Tips for a Design Interview

By: Julia

Julia — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 17:26:35 +0000

Great points! Also, I find that being able to build rapport with your potential client is a great advantage. Most people tend to opt for those they are most comfortable with. Such a positive relationship can sometimes get things done faster and more accurately. Thus, being too formal/professional and stiff won’t always cut the deal. Lighten up a bit and show your client that you are approachable, flexible and open to ideas and suggestions.

By: Ohne Schufa

Ohne Schufa — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:54:32 +0000

I am happy that this process is over for me because I found a fix job. But I can remeber when I worked as freelancer and tried to confince my clients to have face in me. Sometimes it worked pretty good but sometimes … Well nevertheless your post was informative and had good tips. Was a pleasure to red it – thanks.

By: Forex Rebellion

Forex Rebellion — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:52:18 +0000

Your post was rock!
I agree with every point you write here. I’m in the process of looking for a full time position (even though I am currently employed) and you are right, it is less stressful because I have my current job in case things don’t work out at the interview. I got a lot of idea after read your post. Great…

- Jacob

By: sight seeing travel

sight seeing travel — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:45:17 +0000

…for what you may lack in experience they should be able to hear in your enthusiasm for you work – this sounds to me that professional are working. When I started to work as a graphic designer I borrowed some work from an older friend who had plenty of experiences with graphic design. For me it worked at that meeting – I got the job – but on the other side the guy who gave the job to me relied too much on “my” work and nearly nothing what stands behind.

By: Auto Versicherung

Auto Versicherung — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:14:46 +0000

Your article is very well written and shows what you have to take care if you have to “sell” yourself. I mean there are a lot of possiblities which can go wrong only because you are not well prepared. Today emplyers demand more then good skills in e.g. graphic design. The human component is also important like – are you a team player or not?! I enjoyed to read your article – thank you for that.

By: Billi Fliegen

Billi Fliegen — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:03:28 +0000

Quite inspiring article and now I will explore your website Some categories are very interesting to me like logo design and illustration.

By: mario

mario — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 03:46:53 +0000

I was late once, at the interview, and I agree, it’s a lost cause, even if you let them know! Ah well, you have to hope for the better to the next one.

By: Tara: Freelance Designer

Tara: Freelance Designer — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:25:21 +0000

HI Nia

I would, especially if he/she hasn’t seen all you work.

Good luck

Tara

By: Nia

Nia — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:33:35 +0000

What if the prospective employer has allready seen your work?
Im going for an internal job as a designer with my company. It would be my first design job.

Would you still take a portfolio in with you to the interview?

By: Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 21:03:47 +0000

The portfolio is really what gets the interviewers attention, but the degree backs you up. It tells the employer that not only do you have the talent, but also most likely a stronger foundation.