Chico's FAS Designer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 7 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Chico's FAS.
Chico's FAS
Assistant Designer
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Presentation
Interview formats
Presentation Other
It started with a recruiter call, then two interviews with creative leaders. I was given a design test with vague instructions to create paid and organic social media assets for their denim, as they wanted to revamp that area. I think this is a red flag because it sounds like they want free ideas. I was asked to redo the design test, this time in my portfolio's style, and create a deck with explanations. They apologized for unclear instructions, but they were still vague. The interviewer also really pushed for me to create a reel or motion graphics. It felt disrespectful of my time and work to ask for fully developed social media assets for free and then decide if they were worth hiring me. So I withdrew my application.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you please redo your design test?
Chico's FAS
Designer
Entry Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Take home Presentation Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
Got a call from a recruiter first. Then a designer from Chico's outlet called. She said she wanted to meet and I'd need to present a project. They emailed the project guidelines. I had two weeks to finish a project with 12 looks. The company set up flights, car, hotel, and even a tour with a real estate person. I met with 7 people from different departments, all connected to the job.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to join Chico's?
Chico's FAS
Assistant Designer
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
Recruiter reached out about 2 weeks after I applied. The next day we had a phone interview that went really well, I felt hopeful about a second interview. Recruiter asked for my portfolio. Four weeks passed with no response. I sent two polite follow-up emails but got no reply. It's frustrating when you don't hear back, especially after a good initial interview. I'd prefer a rejection over silence.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Which brand do you like the most?
- Can you describe your past experiences in fashion design?
Chico's FAS Designer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Chico's FAS interview reports.
“Which brand do you like the most?”
Read reports →“What do you think is currently lacking in the existing product selection?”
Read reports →“Could you please redo your design test?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about your sources of inspiration?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to join Chico's?”
Read report →“What motivates your interest in joining Whbm?”
Read report →“Can you describe your past experiences in fashion design?”
Read report →“Can you share details about your prior experience?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 Chico's FAS interview reports.