Walk me through your editing experience. How would you rate your editing skills from 1-10?

Even if your primary role with HarperCollins is not officially as an editor, the interviewer will want to see that you have a solid basis when it comes to language, context, tone, grammar, spelling, and more. Emphasize your solid command of the language, and your ability to pay attention to the small details. Discuss the types of editing jobs you have taken on, in the past.