( paraphrasing ) Explain your marketing/merchandising plan in as much detail as possible
Creative Director Interviews
Creative Director Interview Questions
"As a creative director, companies are looking for individuals who have the skills of an artist with the understanding in business and marketing. In an interview context, expect to discuss your big ideas, management style, and knowledge of the company. You may be presented with role-play situations in which you have to address how you would handle a difficult client, artist, or design. Employers will also be interested in your style of work, so bring your portfolio to talk about your best pieces. In addition to seeking someone with analytical, creative, and interpersonal skills, employers are looking for candidates who are technologically savvy, so be sure to talk about your expertise in computers ."
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Tell us about your work?
I was never asked what I might do in a particular situation, or handle a challenge. What I did hear about was how all of my predecessors were so much of a challenge to her, and she expected to not have to go through any of that with me. Keep your expectations low and take the opportunity to ask her questions about her management style.
Why did you decide to change paths from a writer to a Creative Director?
Do you have experience managing the team on set?
Can you use your rare ability to draw and create art to make a gift portrait for the Vice president of the United State and his wife?
What does the company do?
Describe your roles and responsibilities in a job from 2013
Previous agency experience
The Design process and how to deal with clients if they are not agreeing with the design. Typical agency stuff.
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