I’ve got an interview with a CD this afternoon! What are the most common (or toughest) interview questions you’ve been asked?

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Be prepared to talk about your book, your favorite work and why and what roll you had in making it. They’ll also just banter to see if you’re a good fit. If you’re interviewing, that means they’ve seen and liked your work so now they need to make sure you’re eloquent (for client presos) and fun (for culture).

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Definitely make sure you can speak to the rolls. Lots of CDs do background investigation before hopping on the phone and are curious if you own up

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