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Question 26 of 26 for our News Producer Mock Interview

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Question 26 of 26

Why do you think this job is a good fit?

The candidate should prove to the interviewer that they know all responsibilities of being a news producer, and how their past experience has taught them how to do all of these things well. They should mention how their skill sets will make them a good addition to the team. They can mention parts of their personality that make them a good producer, such as being a team player and working well under pressure, or could mention how their knowledge of the city or state will help them find stories that are meaningful to the people that live there.



This is also an opportunity for the interviewer to see if the candidate matches up with the job opening and if they will be a good fit given the position that is open. The candidate should be honest about their skills and be confident in what they think they can add to a newscast.



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How to Answer: Why do you think this job is a good fit?

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  • 26. Why do you think this job is a good fit?

      How to Answer

      The candidate should prove to the interviewer that they know all responsibilities of being a news producer, and how their past experience has taught them how to do all of these things well. They should mention how their skill sets will make them a good addition to the team. They can mention parts of their personality that make them a good producer, such as being a team player and working well under pressure, or could mention how their knowledge of the city or state will help them find stories that are meaningful to the people that live there.



      This is also an opportunity for the interviewer to see if the candidate matches up with the job opening and if they will be a good fit given the position that is open. The candidate should be honest about their skills and be confident in what they think they can add to a newscast.



      Written by Christina Erne

      Answer Example

      "I believe this job is a good fit for me because I grew up around this area, so I know the stories that people around here will want to know about most. Also, I am a quick and clear writer, and know how to produce interesting content for anchors to read. My sense of humor will help me find stories that viewers will find enjoyable and funny."

      Written by Christina Erne

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "I'm a good fit for this position because I know the area. I spend a lot of time in the community, and I know the issues residents are facing. I have also made great connections with local leaders and different agencies, which will be a great asset to your news station when it comes to content creation."

      Chad's Feedback

      Your familiarity with the coverage area, knowledge of local issues, and established relationships with key contacts in the community are all strong assets to highlight for the interviewer. Great job! To take your answer one step further, expand on how that knowledge will benefit the quality of the content the news station is producing. You could also highlight the key skills you will bring to the position to further support your answer.

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