Reporter Mock Interview

Master 26 Reporter interview questions covering source development, deadline pressure, and editorial judgment.

WRITTEN BY CHRISTINA ERNE
QUESTION 23 OF 26

How do you work under pressure?

A reporter is expected to produce well written and visual stories often in less than a day. Tight deadlines often put much stress on reporters, and the hiring manager wants to see if the candidate is able to put up with the high stress career. A good response discusses the candidate's ability to produce good work while rushed or under pressure.

"I understand what it takes to create a story in just a few hours and still have it be my best work possible. I have experience writing clean work quickly with little to no mistakes for editors to check over, and I often enjoy the rush of being put under pressure to create my stories."

Christina Erne
26 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS · REPORTER
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