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Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
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If you do both print and digital design
If you only do one type of design work
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Gentry has over 15 years of experience leading in-house agency teams where he has interviewed and hired numerous candidates for design, photography, and video production.
The interviewer asks this question based on their own needs for the position. They may be looking for someone who has a blend of both skillsets. Or, they may be looking for one over the other.

Gentry has over 15 years of experience leading in-house agency teams where he has interviewed and hired numerous candidates for design, photography, and video production.
In general, the design world is trending towards digital. Having a print design background can be useful, but if you aren't growing in the digital design arena, this is likely a focus area for you. This is another area where researching the agency/company is really important. If you research their work, you will gain an understanding about their deliverables, be it print or digital.

Gentry has over 15 years of experience leading in-house agency teams where he has interviewed and hired numerous candidates for design, photography, and video production.
Your goal in this situation is to share your expertise in one or both areas. You should be prepared to show examples in your portfolio that showcase your abilities. If you have the expertise, but it isn't in your portfolio due to editorial reasons, off to send them examples after the interview.

Gentry has over 15 years of experience leading in-house agency teams where he has interviewed and hired numerous candidates for design, photography, and video production.
I have a solid background in both print and digital design. I started my career doing basic print work - newsletters, brochures, marketing slicks, etc. But, I grew my skillset to do digital work as well given the trend in that direction. At this point, I'm very comfortable working in both arenas.

Gentry has over 15 years of experience leading in-house agency teams where he has interviewed and hired numerous candidates for design, photography, and video production.
I see myself as primarily a print designer. I've done a lot of branding work designed for print - newsletters, brochures, marketing slicks, etc. That said, I've been working to grow my skillset in the digital arena. I've done a lot of self-study on digital design and I'm picking it up very quickly. But, I wouldn't call myself a digital designer at this point.

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