G/O Media Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 16 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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9 roles · 16 reportsCandidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at G/O Media.
G/O Media
Manager
Manager Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
I went through three interviews total. First up was a chat with the recruiter, then I spoke with the hiring manager. For the last interview, I met with the hiring manager's executive and another team member. It all went pretty well.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you share details about your past roles and responsibilities?
- What's your approach to work and how do you operate daily?
- We're trying to gauge your cultural fit with the team; what are your thoughts on that?
G/O Media
Sales
Entry Easy Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
This was the weirdest interview I've ever had. I've seen online that G/O seems to have ongoing culture problems. When I asked about the company culture and the bad employee reviews, the interviewer tried to tell me they weren't a big deal because they were from the "creative" staff (which isn't true, and even if it was, how is that an excuse?). They then went on to say that all companies have "bad reviews" and that they themselves never read G/O's reviews (good to know). I suspected early on that there might be issues with workplace attitudes. They asked me about "digital sales plans" I had created in a previous entry-level marketing role. Whether they were trying to trick me or just didn't review my resume properly, it felt off and happened more than once. The interviewer was confrontational and unprofessional the entire time. The interview definitely lived up to its ratings, and I'm glad I asked questions.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How do you keep yourself organized
G/O Media
Video Editor/Producer
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I went through three interviews that happened really quickly, and I thought they were going to hire me. But then, they went silent, and I found out their recruiter had left. I never heard back from them, even though I reached out a few times to the other people I spoke with.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you tell me about your understanding of the video production and editing process?
- How would you describe your ability to film short-form content, either at our studio or elsewhere?
- And how good are you at editing that footage into a final product on a short deadline?
G/O Media
Writer
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It was a pretty standard interview process with two main parts. First, I had a chat with someone from HR, which was mostly about seeing if I'd be a good fit personality-wise. Then, I met with the editor-in-chief. This interview focused on making sure I really got what the job involves and if I had the skills to do it well. Remember to have your writing samples ready to show when you apply.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your experience with writing, including how long you've been doing it and how frequently you write?
G/O Media Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from G/O Media interview reports.
“In five years, where do you envision yourself?”
Read reports →“What areas would you be interested in covering on the site?”
Read reports →“And how good are you at editing that footage into a final product on a short deadline?”
Read reports →“What is your beat?”
Read reports →“How do you keep yourself organized”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your understanding of the video production and editing process?”
Read report →“Can you describe your writing and editing process?”
Read report →“What is your expected ramp-up time in a new role?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your experience with writing, including how long you've been doing it and how frequently you write?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 16 G/O Media interview reports.