I still remember my first fashion job interview. Despite some work experiences I never had an interview. I always worked at my parents’ companies and had some experience as a social media manager – jobs I got through Instagram and that helped me build my CV.
That is why when they called for my first fashion job interview, I was anxious. On top of not knowing what they would ask me, I also didn’t know if my answers would be right.
At the end, my fashion job interview went well and I got the job.
Today, I decided to share with you a fashion job interview simulation to give you an idea of the questions they ask and the answers for each of them, like that you will be armed to succeed (aka get the job).
During a fashion job interview, you’ll meet your future manager, someone from HR and someone from the team you will be working in. You could even meet all of them at the same time for the interview.
People will most likely have read your CV and brought it with them, and this is how a fashion job interview usually begins
- Tell us about you
My name is…I’m…years old and it’s been 2 years I’m living in but I’m from…I studied…but I’ve always been interested in fashion, digital communication and PR. I think my studies help me have a different vision on fashion [explain that vision], hence why I’m here today in front of you.
- What did you exactly do during your job at…?
I was part of the….team and I was in charge of… I reached these goals…and I learned…
- What do you like about this company and about this role?
Your new artistic director/last event/collection is/was fantastic! [Explain why it is/was fantastic], that is one of the many reasons why I am fascinated by your company. I went on your site and visited some of your stores and loved this and…that…The reason I applied to this role is because going through the site and visiting your stores, I felt excited about all your projects and some even gave me ideas such as [give examples of ideas and tell how you can accomplish them]. I feel close to the ethos of the brand and being part of a company I admire I will give my 100% working hard, learning everything that needs to be learned and. I believe my studies background as well as my interest in numbers/digital/photography – and my passion for the company – are a great combination to make this role mine.
- What are your objectives and where do you see yourself in a couple of years?
I am a really focused person hence why I like fixing myself daily and monthly objectives. It is a discipline I will keep in this role. Right now, I would love to [tell your immediate objectives] but later on, I would love to be [tell what role you see yourself in a couple of years] to do [tell what you would like to do if you were in the position you dream of reaching].
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
I am committed and work hard and smart. I am proactive and always pay attention to achieve every goal I set on my daily to-do list as well as my weekly/monthly goals. I don’t like wasting time hence why it is important I reach my objectives in the fastest and most efficient way possible. I always give my best and try to do everything perfectly. I think even in the most difficult situations, there is always a solution, so I avoid getting overwhelmed and face everything logically. We all have weaknesses, the most important thing is to transform them into strength when the occasion is there.
- Can you tell us about a project you are proud of and why it was successful?
I’ve managed a project about [talk about the project] I enjoyed working with a team, work on it from the beginning and seeing it grow. Though challenging, we managed to get result in the shortest time. During this project, I’ve faced challenging situations such as [talk about the challenge and how you came up with a solution].
7. What do you do during your free time?
During my free time, I draw and create posters, mugs and other objects with motivational quotes that I sell on my e-shop. So, I do have a sense of business 😊. [This question isn’t here for you to tell you like reading and travelling. Say something that is relevant to the job and will make your personality shine]
8. Why should we hire you?
I don’t think I’m better than anyone else but, I am confident about [state some qualities]. I found I was capable of all through work which means that to achieve my objectives and solve issues, I always push myself. Then, if I’m able to push myself working for the company I love, what’s more to ask?
Ok so at this point the fashion job interview should be finished and they’ll thank you, telling they’ll let you know in a couple of days/weeks. If your first interview was great they may call you for a second and someone even for a third, it depends on the company.
I had two fashion job interviews for my first internship, during the first one they asked me the questions above and during the second one I did an excel test.
Hope this post will help you to be more confident during your first fashion job interview. Now you know what they ask and have also an idea of answers that work
