How to Answer: What are the most important things to know about a project before you start writing?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Writer job interview.
20. What are the most important things to know about a project before you start writing?
How to Answer
The way you respond to this question is what will determine for the interviewer if you are a fit for their organizational structure. If the company is very organized and rigid in project management, and you reply that you jump in without a plan, you will likely not be the best fit for them. A good writer knows that research and asking the right questions is always the best way to begin. Show the interviewer that you have the organizational skills required to do a fantastic job.
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 20th, 2018
1st Answer Example
"Before I begin writing, I need to know to whom I am writing. When I have an idea who the target audience is, it helps me tremendously. I also like to know the publishing platforms. An article created for LinkedIn will not be the same tone as something I would publish on Medium so, for that reason, it's vital that I know where the words are going."
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 20th, 2018
2nd Answer Example
"At the start of each project, I ask who is the reader, where the work will be read, and what the goals are of the client. I will write differently if the goal is to close a sale versus to gain a click or a subscriber. I have a questionnaire that I begin with, before starting with each client, and this helps me a great deal."
Written by Rachelle Enns on December 20th, 2018