27Photojournalist Interview Questions & Answers
1.What do you think is the main responsibility of a photojournalist?
2.What are some skills you possess that make you a good fit for the job?
3.Why do you want to become a photojournalist?
4.What is your experience with photography?
5.What makes a good story?
6.Do you prefer still photos or video?
7.What is your favorite story you have ever done?
8.What types of stories are your favorite to document?
9.What is your experience working with a team?
10.How well do you travel?
11.What is your experience with editing software?
12.How would you describe your writing style?
13.Where do you see yourself five years from now?
14.What are your salary expectations?
15.How does this position fit into your career plans?
16.What is your least favorite story you have covered?
17.Why is this company/publication the best fit for you?
18.Who is your biggest role model and why?
19.How do you decide what is too graphic to show in visual form?
20.How do you develop contacts for stories?
21.If you did not become a photojournalist, what other career would you have?
22.How does this career fit into your long term goals?
23.What is your experience with social media?
24.How do you stay up to date on the latest journalism news?
25.How do you work under pressure?
26.How do you work under minimal supervision?
27.Do you prefer a boss who is hands-on or gives you space to work?