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Skyword Journalist Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 6 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.2 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
50% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Skyword.

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Editorial Manager

Other · more than a year ago

Mid Easy Positive experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

I first did an online application with my CV, cover letter, and a short, memorable blurb. They emailed me back to set up an on-site interview. Three people from different roles interviewed me, and they were all really prepared. It was super organized; each interviewer focused on different topics so I didn't have to repeat myself. Everyone was really nice and open. I would have taken their offer if I hadn't gotten a better one elsewhere.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you describe how you manage shifting gears between diverse projects, such as editing for a B2B tech client versus a B2C cosmetics client?
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Content Editor

Marketing

Entry Average Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Background check
Interview formats
Technical Other

I saw an ad and a recruiter emailed me back. We messaged a bit, and then he gave me a writing test. I finished it and thought it was good, but a few days later the recruiter said they reviewed it and weren't going forward with me. I guess I didn't do as well as I thought. Since the recruiter and I had a decent email chat, I messaged him back to thank him and ask what I missed on the test. I never heard back. It's annoying because as a writer, I'd like to know what I got wrong. I won't apply to Skyword again.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Could you share your portfolio with us?
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Editorial Manager

Marketing

Manager Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Take home Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral

The interview process is super organized with a system where everyone involved gets to give their input. It usually kicks off with a phone screen and a copy editing test. If you pass both, you'll then have a formal interview with several associate directors and hiring managers.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Can you tell me why you're interested in Skyword?

Skyword Journalist Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Skyword interview reports.

Can you describe how you manage shifting gears between diverse projects, such as editing for a B2B tech client versus a B2C cosmetics client?

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Can you tell me about a time you solved a problem using teamwork?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 6 Skyword interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 50%
Technical 30%
Group 10%
Other 10%

Interview difficulty

Easy 33.3%
Average 66.7%
Difficult 0%

Candidate experience

Neutral 16.7%
Positive 50%
Negative 33.3%