How to Answer: What unique qualities can you offer our station/newspaper/website?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Reporter job interview.
16. What unique qualities can you offer our station/newspaper/website?
How to Answer
The candidate should respond by finding a way to set his or herself apart from the other potential candidates applying for the same position. The candidate should mention specific traits and skills they possess that make them the best possible reporter at the specific station or publication and why it makes them the perfect choice to fill the position.
Written by Christina Erne
Answer Example
"While I am sure there are many qualified reporters for this job, I was born and raised in this town, and I know the people and the news here better than anyone else. I know the local language and how to draw in readers because I am a source that they trust."
Written by Christina Erne