Content Writer

Content Writer interview questions

High-quality candidates will have an awesome portfolio that showcases their writing ability across a variety of topics. They’ll be experienced (think: published journalism, personal blogs or copywriting) and will have a strong grounding in Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

Top tips: 

• Set an assignment: To truly understand your candidates abilities, set a paid written assignment. Ask them to create an original piece relevant to the role.
• Grow together: Hire candidates you can grow with by making sure their personal career goals align with your company's mission.

Role-specific interview questions

• What’s the most important thing about brand voice? How would you develop that voice?
• What new content would you recommend for us?
• Why do we produce content to give away for free?
• How do you think people discover our content?
• How many pieces of content could you deliver in a week and why?
• How would you prioritize one piece of content over another?
• How do you improve SEO?

Problem solving interview questions

• How does your background and experience make you perfect for this role?
• How do you keep motivated?
• How do you maintain high-quality attention to detail?
• How do you proof-read material?
• What do you know about our company and our customers/clients?
• What are your career goals? Where do you see yourself a year from now?