CUMULUS MEDIA Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 110 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at CUMULUS MEDIA.
CUMULUS MEDIA
Account Executive
Mid Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral
The first interview was a very casual, in-person conversation in a comfortable setting. The second interview was also very casual and non-intimidating, conducted virtually. I felt welcomed and appreciated throughout the process. Management appeared to genuinely care about their employees' success.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you describe your previous work experience?
CUMULUS MEDIA
Digital Strategist
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Presentation Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
So I went through 3 interviews, one was in-person. After that, I got a rejection email, but the recruiter called me 5 minutes later saying it was a mistake and they were trying to quickly pick someone. Well, two weeks later, I got the same email and the job was back on the job boards. Oh yeah, their digital vendor looks really shady too. WHAT A WASTE OF TIME!
Confirmed questions1 question
- They asked me how I was generating leads, which now makes me think they might have wanted my personal information.
CUMULUS MEDIA
Sales
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
This was the worst interview experience ever! First, there was a phone interview where they asked about my resume. A week later, I had an in-person interview scheduled. I waited over 30 minutes, and then the interviewer greeted me. Just as I was about to go to her office, she took a phone call and said she was too busy to interview me that day and asked me to come back. I had taken the day off work to come to this interview, and she couldn't spare 5 minutes. Being understanding, I came back 5 days later. Despite a terrible snowstorm that day, I still made it to the interview. During the interview, the interviewer kept hinting I had the job and said they'd contact me in 2 weeks either way. I didn't hear anything, so I emailed her. She instantly replied that they were moving in a different direction. I feel I could have at least been sent an email. They don't seem to value interviewees' time.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you tell me why you are interested in working with our company?
CUMULUS MEDIA
Production Director
Director Easy Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Phone screen Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I sent my application materials to the Operations Manager. I then had to complete an official application on the company website. After a waiting period, I had an in-person interview with the Operations Manager. Following that, I was tasked with writing and producing four promotional spots for local Pensacola businesses that advertise with Cumulus. The process concluded with a phone interview involving the Operations Manager and the Regional VP, after which an offer was extended, including salary and moving expenses.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- Are you able to meet deadlines?
- How do you manage urgent requests from sales?
- Describe your organizational abilities.
CUMULUS MEDIA Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from CUMULUS MEDIA interview reports.
“What is the name of the female personality who hosts a show at 6 PM?”
Read reports →“When trying to reach decision-makers, is email or phone more effective?”
Read reports →“What might stop me from hitting my first year goals at Cumulus.”
Read reports →“How would you handle relocating from Denver to KC without your family?”
Read reports →“Which Cumulus radio station would be your preferred place to work?”
Read report →“In what ways does radio ad sales differ from other sales roles, like in retail?”
Read report →“Tell me which of our stations you listen to, and explain why.”
Read report →“How would you handle a listener that is being rude when interacting?”
Read report →“Can you commit to making at least 50 prospecting phone calls every day?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 110 CUMULUS MEDIA interview reports.