Very weird initial phone interview with someone from HR. I'm not sure if I can even call it an interview, as they prefaced that it was a 'pre-interview' and I wasn't supposed to ask any questions about the actual job, just ask questions about the upcoming interview itself.
Other Graphic Designer interview reviews for Penguin Random House
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Penguin Random House (London, England)
Interview
Lovely interviewers, very conversational and friendly. I appreciated the mix of an online interview and an in person one to facilitate my commute to London. The process did take a long time but they kept me informed and updated the entire time. Overall a good experience despite not landing the role.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Penguin Random House (New York, NY) in Dec 2023
Interview
It was in writing and I just had a first part, the second interview was supposed to be right after (like within one hour). The second part is a virtual meeting with a representative from the HR department immediately you complete your proper documentation as our newly recruited employee to discuss further on your job offer and attend to your questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Are you currently employed?
What do you understand by the word "Privacy and code of conduct?
How do you work with collaborators like copywriters, developers, and project managers?
How do you incorporate feedback into your designs?