Video interview
Discussion
Rather than hijack Scrubchub's thread...
I've got a video conference interview next week so also looking for tips. Tried a Skype call to the wife last night and it seems the wifi speed in the flat I rent during the week is a bit rubbish so I'll use a room at my current (contract) work, which means I don't need to worry too much about the background.
I'm used to using Skype with a webcam on top of a fixed monitor, using a laptop the camera's quite a low angle. Is it worth having a couple of thick books to jack it up a bit rather than looking down on the camera?
For a half hour first interview what sort of questions would you expect? The job application as online so I'm expecting it to expand on my answers to the questions there. I plan to have an off camera list of key points and achievements that I want to get across, and details I can quickly reference about specific projects. I know a reasonable amount about the work as I've contracted for them before so I'll make sure I get hat clear in my mind too. Any other preparations I should be making?
I've got a bit of a cold at the moment, I assume nobody would object if I have a drink of water occasionally and I'm guessing if I need to blow my nose it would be polite to duck off camera (and directional mic) for a moment?
I've got a video conference interview next week so also looking for tips. Tried a Skype call to the wife last night and it seems the wifi speed in the flat I rent during the week is a bit rubbish so I'll use a room at my current (contract) work, which means I don't need to worry too much about the background.
I'm used to using Skype with a webcam on top of a fixed monitor, using a laptop the camera's quite a low angle. Is it worth having a couple of thick books to jack it up a bit rather than looking down on the camera?
For a half hour first interview what sort of questions would you expect? The job application as online so I'm expecting it to expand on my answers to the questions there. I plan to have an off camera list of key points and achievements that I want to get across, and details I can quickly reference about specific projects. I know a reasonable amount about the work as I've contracted for them before so I'll make sure I get hat clear in my mind too. Any other preparations I should be making?
I've got a bit of a cold at the moment, I assume nobody would object if I have a drink of water occasionally and I'm guessing if I need to blow my nose it would be polite to duck off camera (and directional mic) for a moment?
What Xjay said........its just like a F2F interview.
Good idea to raise the camera (you don't want them staring at your nostril hair). Check what's behind you (a blank wall is good, something looking like it's growing out of your hair = bad ...or into an open office where you have no idea who's going to pop up=bad).
Have some notes available if required.....refer to them if necessary but don't use them as a crutch. If you read off the screen, it will look odd to the watcher.
Don't panic if the technology fails or gets bumpy. Anyone who is used to using video conferencing will know this might happen.
If you have a bad cold, take a hot remedy about 1 hour before the interview to try and stem the flow
Good idea to raise the camera (you don't want them staring at your nostril hair). Check what's behind you (a blank wall is good, something looking like it's growing out of your hair = bad ...or into an open office where you have no idea who's going to pop up=bad).
Have some notes available if required.....refer to them if necessary but don't use them as a crutch. If you read off the screen, it will look odd to the watcher.
Don't panic if the technology fails or gets bumpy. Anyone who is used to using video conferencing will know this might happen.
If you have a bad cold, take a hot remedy about 1 hour before the interview to try and stem the flow
Fair enough!!
I always research the company and key clients.
Note down my strengths and weaknesses so I don't have to come up with them on the spot
Write down key achievements
Write down areas that I was directly able to improve within existing or past businesses
Any team leading / management / PM work
Do a little research on who you are interviewing, do some linkedin stalking on their hobbies. (but not in too much detail or you come across weird)
Importantly be yourself and remember interviewing is just as s
te for the interviewer as it is for the interviewee.
I have been offered a job at every interview I went for, except one (when I was young , foolish and lied). You just have to relax, be yourself and not too nervous or focused on trying to be the "perfect candidate"
I always research the company and key clients.
Note down my strengths and weaknesses so I don't have to come up with them on the spot
Write down key achievements
Write down areas that I was directly able to improve within existing or past businesses
Any team leading / management / PM work
Do a little research on who you are interviewing, do some linkedin stalking on their hobbies. (but not in too much detail or you come across weird)
Importantly be yourself and remember interviewing is just as s
te for the interviewer as it is for the interviewee. I have been offered a job at every interview I went for, except one (when I was young , foolish and lied). You just have to relax, be yourself and not too nervous or focused on trying to be the "perfect candidate"
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