Interviewing

When your source gives a unique answer that you want to use in your story, be absolutely sure that you get it word for word in your notes so it can be a . . .

• take notes

• direct quote

• off the record

• clarify

Rarely will you do this as a reporter, but sometimes a source will insist that what they tell you be ----. If you agree to this, be sure the information stays that way!

• take notes

• direct quote

• off the record

• clarify

Job interviews are like

• first dates.

• root canals/

• Geometry.

• surprise concert tickets.

Which of the following is NOT a way to prepare for an interview?

• do your homework about the company.

• prepare a brief summary about yourself.

• bring your porfolio and extra resume copies.

• get a good luck tattoo on your face.

Be ready to answer questions like:

• Tell us something about yourself.

• What qualifications do you have for the job?

• What is your greatest strength /weakness?

• What church do you go to?

What questions might you ask in the interview?

• When is the starting date?

• How and how often will I be evaluated?

• Are there any mentoring programs in place?

• What is the next step in your hiring process?

If you are asked what salary you expect for the job,

• do not give a figure.

• ask for more than you think you'll get so you can bargain

• write the number on a paper and pass it back and forth

• count only the salary numbers, not benefits

How soon after the interview should you follow-up with your interviewer by thank you note (possibly a phone call ofremail)?

• Very next day

• within the next 3-5 days

• approximately a week

• fortnight

What is an interview?

• It is an act or instance of viewing or noting a fact or occurrence for some scientific or other special purpose

• It is a form of face-to-face survey in which the researcher is in direct contact with the respondent.

• It is a research tool used to determine the presence of certain words, themes, or concepts within some given qualitative data

• It is the study of signs and sign processes, from cultural representations to languages, to warning signs, brands and emojis.

What are the Main Types of Interview

• Structured Interview

• Half-Structured Interview

• Unstructured Interview

• Semi-Structured Interview