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No Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY (US) Apr 2013 – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details
The application process begins by sending out a resume, cover letter, writing sample and a series of short essays (which take a while to write out).
I heard back from the company about an interview about 10 days after the deadline passed. NBC News flew me up to their headquarters at Rockefeller Center for a first round interview, one-on-one with the director of NBC News (who was extremely nice). This one was pretty informal and focused on my interest in journalism. It was brief, lasting little over an hour.
The final round interview was also at NYC (company flew me up again). This one involved a panel interview with about 10 people, followed by a short interview with an HR manager. The entire round took about an hour. Heard back a few days after the interview concluded.
Company was extremely professional and accommodating. Paid for transportation to and from the airport, as well as flights. I really enjoyed meeting with the individuals I encountered during the process.
Interview Question – What three stories would you produce for this evening's news broadcast? Answer Question
No Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY (US) – Reviewed May 15, 2013 New
Interview Details First interview was with the HR dept over the phone, the woman was very nice and helpful. She asked for me to clarify some points on my resume and then sent it forward for a sit down interview. That interview was also wonderful but very detailed in questions. They wanted to know specifics about the type of producing I had done. I was upfront that I did not have much experience with key tasks they wanted. The interview was very enjoyable. Was brought back for two more interviews and they kept focusing on the key skills I was not strong in almost like they wanted them to magically appear. I was told my questions were very good. The process takes a long time from the time you enter 30 Rock until you leave, dont expect to get in and out quickly. Also if you show up to early you are stuck waiting downstairs with all the tourists. Arrive about 10 min before the interview because that is about all they will give you to head up to your floor.
Interview Question – they asked what would I do if I couldnt get a project completed. I didnt know how to answer because I had never been able to not complete a production before. View Answer
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY (US) Aug 2011 – Reviewed May 15, 2013 New
Interview Details This process went much faster than I would imagine any other process to. I submitted my resume and cover letter online, within a week I received a call from HR. HR was very detailed and thorough. A few days later an interview was set up with the hiring manager and who would be my eventual boss. Interview lasted about 30 mins..standard questions, what am I looking for, what is my salary requirements and how quickly I would be able to start.V ery quick, very standard. HR called again to say I would have another interview with the head of HR. I had that..it was about 20 mins..again very standard. And then I was made an offer. The whole process was no more than 3 weeks
Interview Question – Didn't have any. Most of the questions were pretty standard Answer Question
Negotiation Details – In my interview with the hiring mgr, I was asked my expected salary, I gave what I would like to be at, and did say I am willing to negotiate. Turns out, the hiring mgr ok'd what I wanted, and that was my offer
No Offer – Interviewed in Universal City, CA (US) Mar 2013 – Reviewed Apr 29, 2013
Interview Details I first spoke with the current intern through a phone interview that lasted about 15-20 minutes--the interview wasn't pre-scheduled but was done right then and there. About a month or so later I heard back from the intern and they invited me for an in-person interview.
Interview Questions
No Offer – Reviewed Apr 20, 2013
Interview Details phone interview w/recruiter, person to person interview with HR & hiring manager
Interview Question – behavioral questions Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Reviewed Mar 29, 2013
Interview Details Auditions required; company notified agent. Upon arrival to set, preferred parking was provided, and taken to wardrobe/makeup upon signing contracts, then to actual locations of filming. People, atmosphere and culture were professional, courteous and inviting.
Interview Question – Can you arrange for an ensemble to arrive at this location at this set time? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No negotiation- contract status, But worth it.
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Miami, FL (US) May 2010 – Reviewed Mar 27, 2013
Interview Details Was pretty basic. Selected from my campus recruiting HQ. Brought into an intern training day. Accepted position.
Interview Question – Why do you want to work for NBC? Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on New York, NY (US) Nov 2011 – Reviewed Mar 25, 2013
Interview Details Met with a recruiter first, who asked typical qualifying questions. Then met with the hiring manager for a 30 minute interview. I received an offer a week later.
Interview Question – None - very standard interview Answer Question
No Offer – Interviewed in Jan 2013 – Reviewed Mar 19, 2013
Interview Details The interview with recruiter was fine, but when I met with my potential boss, she was stressed and distracted with work the first half of our interview. I was prepared for more specific questions pertaining to tasks the job entailed, but she ended up asking very broad generic questions and wasn't taken with my responses.
Interview Question – What was your biggest professional achievement? Answer Question
Accepted Offer – Interviewed on Singapore (Singapore) Jan 2010 – Reviewed Mar 13, 2013
Interview Details There were two interviews, one with the HR manager and the following with the department heads. The duration between interviews took less than 2 weeks. Upon confirmation, I was required to start almost immediately. Had to hit the ground running as the company embraces the culture of independence and accountability. But thankfully all the staff were very helpful and willing to tutor when required
Interview Question – Opinions on future of media agencies, but generally questions that were asking about relevance of previous experiences Answer Question
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