Madewell Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Madewell.
Madewell
Sales Associate
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
it was very simple, just an initial phone screening then a zoom interview, very simple one-on-one conversation between me and the manager of the store i applied to, lasted about 30 min
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Can you tell me about your background and what motivated you to apply for this position?
- Describe what you consider to be an ideal customer interaction.
- What characteristics define an ideal team environment for you?
Madewell
Social Media Video Editor
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Technical Presentation
I went through 5 interviews and completed a project creating 6 videos for two social platforms over the holidays. I had to follow up multiple times at each stage. The whole process took over 3 months. When I asked why I didn't get the job, I received vague feedback. It's important to note I had to ask for the result after the final interview and project. Then, months later, they reached out again, and I sent my portfolio just before the recruiter went on leave. I contacted the person on the original point of contact's OOO email but got no reply. It's been a long time, and the original recruiter never followed up. It was unprofessional and lacked transparency. It's rough to put job seekers through this, especially for a role paying 77k after this many interviews. It says a lot about the company and the team I interviewed with.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share your screen and present your top social media video edit?
Madewell
Copywriter
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home
Interview formats
Other
I applied online for the Copywriter job at Madewell. Everything seemed good at first. The HR rep was great, and she passed my resume to the hiring manager. Typically, you'd interview first and then do a copy test if they liked you. But Madewell had me do a copy test before even talking to anyone on the team, which was pretty unusual. I guess they wanted to make sure they weren't wasting their time. This copy test was really intense, way more than usual. It took about 15 hours because of all the strategy questions, and this was for a copywriter role, not a marketing or editorial one. It felt like they thought it was okay to waste my time for free. So, here's what they asked for...
Confirmed questions8 questions
- What are your top five go-to podcasts, newsletters, or publications each week?
- Describe your TikTok feed and name your top three creators.
- If you could manage the Madewell Instagram for a day, which ten personal or found images would you select for a photo dump? Include a caption.
Madewell
Senior Designer
Senior Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
This was one of the most unusual interviews I've ever been through. A former colleague who works there reached out and gave me some pointers on what to focus on. The interview was solely with HR, but she didn't ask me much about myself. I answered the few standard questions she did ask, and she mentioned she'd email me soon to arrange a call with the hiring manager. She covered all the job specifics, including office location and interview dates, but then I never heard back. I followed up a few times, but there was no response. It was disappointing because this was a company I was really eager to join.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about yourself?
Madewell Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Madewell interview reports.
“What two essential items do you believe everyone needs in their closet?”
Read reports →“What is the typical Madewell shopper like, including their style and personality?”
Read reports →“Imagine a client scenario: a new mother going out with friends for the first time post-baby. How would you style her with an outfit and accessories?”
Read reports →“How would you make a VP feel special on their birthday at the office?”
Read reports →“Which non-Madewell store do you enjoy visiting in person, and what makes it your favorite?”
Read report →“What are your top five go-to podcasts, newsletters, or publications each week?”
Read report →“Do you see yourself as a 'Madewell girl', and what does that identity signify to you?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your favorite clothing or fashion brand currently?”
Read report →“Can you tell me what brands you feel align with your personal style?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 364 Madewell interview reports.