I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Saatchi & Saatchi Group (Los Angeles, CA) in Jun 2015
Interview
Overall, the process is extensive. You will face a tough screen process, followed by a string of phone interviews before you are finally invited for a face to face interview. My face to face was more me talking than my interviewer. Arm yourself with a strong list of questions. Research the brand!! Know who the client is and what the client's brand is about.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What questions do you have for me? (Make a list of 10 STRONG questions and keep the dialogue flowing!!) What do you know about XYZ brand? What do you know about the creative process? What are your current responsibilities and how do you think they will apply to this role? What is your strength and what are your weaknesses?
I applied online. I interviewed at Saatchi & Saatchi Group (New York, NY) in Oct 2020
Interview
Took place over two weeks. The initial call was with HR, then a video call with the supervisor of the team. They were both kind and upfront about the position. Make sure you have good questions to ask them!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Where do you see yourself in 5-10 years?
Why do you want to go into advertising?
Describe your past experiences?
What skills do you think are important for this job?
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Saatchi & Saatchi Group (Dallas, TX) in Feb 2018
Interview
Recruiter reached out to me on LinkedIn about the position. We had a phone screening a few days later. About a week later, she called and said she wanted me to go to the office for an in-person interview. Went to the Dallas office for 2 one-on-one interviews. A few days later, HR wanted to set up 2 additional interviews which were via Skype with people from the LA office. Each Skype call was about a week apart due to scheduling conflicts. A few hours after the final Skype interview ended, I received a call from HR with an offer.
Interview questions [3]
Question 1
What does being a strong client advocate mean to you?