This questionnaire for the interview of an Editor presents you a snapshot of what types of questions to ask a candidate in order to get familiar with his skills, knowledge and capabilities.
An Editor is responsible for managing content teams and leading content strategy, in order to develop engaging and informative content. Just like any other role, be sure of what you are looking for in an Editor before you start interviewing candidates.
If you are not hiring for a senior position, then an experienced writer who is ready to increase his responsibilities may be a great find. But, if you are recruiting for a senior position then look for a candidate with extensive experience and deep knowledge. Some companies prefer candidates with an industry-relevant experience (like academia, healthcare etc.). While Digital-only publications on the other hand, emphasize on hiring an editor with an impressive digital portfolio and skills like social media and SEO. You can modify these questions according to the position you are recruiting for.
Use a portfolio of work samples to get the conversation started. By looking at a candidate’s previous work samples you can also get an idea of the type of work he has done and if it is aligned with the type of work you want to create. An Editor is also a project manager, so ask questions that will help you know how he manages an editorial calendar or delegates tasks and how acquainted he is about your business and your audience.
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