Senior Copywriter
Interview Stages
| Stage | Interviewer(s) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Recruiter Screen | [Recruiter Name] | 30 min |
| Hiring Manager Screen | [Hiring Manager Name] | 45 min |
| Writing Sample Review | All Hiring Team | 60 min |
| Round 2: Creative Director | [Creative Director] | 45 min |
| Round 2: Content Team | [Content Team Members] | 45 min |
| Round 2: Marketing/Brand | [Marketing/Brand Partners] | 45 min |
| Final/Culture Round | Team Lead or Culture Team Member | 30 min |
Recruiter Screen
Focus Areas: Leadership, Communication, Professional Experience
- What drew you to copywriting, and what excites you about this senior role?
- Tell me about your professional experience and how you've grown as a writer.
- How do you approach mentoring junior writers or leading content projects?
Hiring Manager Screen
Focus Areas: Strategic Thinking, Content Leadership, Problem-solving
- How do you approach aligning copy with broader business or brand objectives?
- Tell me about a complex writing project you led and how you ensured its success.
- How do you balance maintaining content quality with meeting project deadlines?
Writing Sample Review
Focus Areas: Writing Excellence, Strategic Thinking, Project Leadership
The candidate should present 5-7 significant writing samples from their portfolio, explaining their strategic approach, creative direction, and measurable outcomes. They should also complete a strategic writing exercise that demonstrates their ability to develop messaging frameworks or content strategies. The presentation should showcase their writing excellence, ability to think strategically about content, and leadership in driving projects from concept to completion.
Round 2 Interviews
Creative Director Interview
Focus Areas: Creative Vision, Strategic Content, Leadership
- How do you approach developing and maintaining a cohesive messaging strategy across multiple projects?
- Tell me about a time you had to push back on stakeholder requests to maintain content integrity.
- How do you balance creative exploration with strategic business needs in your writing?
- What's your approach to developing distinctive brand voice while ensuring clarity and effectiveness?
Content Team Interview
Focus Areas: Team Leadership, Mentorship, Collaboration
- How do you approach leading content projects with multiple team members?
- Tell me about your experience mentoring or developing junior writers.
- How do you foster collaboration and creativity within a content team?
- What's your approach to giving constructive feedback on others' writing?
Marketing/Brand Interview
Focus Areas: Brand Strategy, Marketing Integration, Cross-functional Collaboration
- How do you ensure copy aligns with and enhances brand strategy?
- Tell me about your experience working with marketing teams to achieve business objectives.
- How do you approach writing for different audience segments or markets?
- What's your process for translating marketing goals into effective messaging?
Final/Culture Round
Focus Areas: Cultural Leadership, Strategic Vision, Team Impact
- How do you contribute to building a positive creative culture?
- What's your vision for how content can drive business success?
- How do you approach balancing multiple priorities and leading by example?