Design Consultants are very experienced in their field, and they are sought out for their expertise and professionalism. Perhaps you have experience as an independent consultant where all the project components and decisions were under your responsibility and ownership. Maybe now you have decided that you would like the stability and support of joining a team of multi-faceted experts and fellow consultants. Maybe you are already working for a consultancy or design group and are looking to change employers. Either way, this career transition requires you to have clear-cut goals and share them with the interviewer.

The interviewer wants to see that you have clear career goals as an ambitious Design Consultant. Show the hiring authority that you have aspirations that you are working towards in the field of design. Share the career goals you have established for yourself. Next, discuss the steps you have already taken towards reaching these goals. Lastly, be sure to highlight why you believe this design firm will help you achieve these important career goals.

Be sure to give a more in-depth answer than the typical 'I am looking for growth' answer that so many interviewers hear. Of course, never speak poorly of your current company, past or present clients, or co-workers. Keep your response positive and enthusiastic. Be thoughtful and draw upon the research you have done on the company.