Careers in Clothing Design

Answering Interview Questions

Directions: Interviewing for a job is easier if you have practiced answers to questions that may be asked. Choose one of the jobs below. Assume you have applied for the job, you are qualified, and you have been called for an interview. Identify the job and create a description of what the company is like. Then write answers to the questions below as though you are in an actual interview. Use complete sentences. Imagine any details that are needed to answer the questions. Afterwards, compare responses with class members and share ideas for handling difficult questions.

(A) Sales associate in a large department store

(B) Graphic designer

(C) Fashion designer

Choose one of the following careers listed: Sales Associate, Graphic Designer, Fashion Designer. Write your choice in the explanation box.

Tell me a little about yourself.

Describe the business/company.

Why do you want to work here?

What is a weakness of yours?

How do you handle conflict?

Why do you think you would make a good team member?

1. What are your short- and long-term goals?

1. Why should I hire you for this position?