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Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Washington, DC (US) – Reviewed Oct 16, 2012
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The interview process was fairly easy. I got referred by a friend within the same day I got a call to be invited for an interview. I then was sent a train ticket to come down. At the interview I was just sat in a room and drilled on questions about my portfolio, what I thought about the company, and if I was truly interested in the position for the client they were currently servicing. Shortly after the interview I was notified that I'll get an email the next day.
The next day I was emailed an offer letter indicating salary, benefits, etc. I was only given about 2 weeks to find a place and come down so that was awkward but things worked out.
Interview Question – There were not any difficult or off the wall questions asked during the interview. If anything I can say it was an experience where looking back on it I feel duped because they painted a picture of ongoing creativity when in all it was just to be a design robot with no work life balance. Answer Question
Negotiation Details – I wasn't able to negotiate my offer but if there were someone trying to go in for this role I'd definitely tell them to negotiate as much as possible because AKQA do not give bonuses or raises very often that will increase your salary in a reasonable way.
Pros: Get to work on some great client projects and most of the folks you work with will be great at their job. If you put in the effort you will generally be rewarded. – Full Review `
AKQA is one of the world’s most respected agencies: we help global brands win in the digital age. We bring ideas and innovation to the most forward-thinking companies such as Audi, Diageo, Gap, Google, Nike, Verizon… — Full Overview
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