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Pays over $1000 monthly
Applied November 2023
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Jayson Kile
Digital Marketer and Brand Manager
Less than a month
Hiring duration
3
Hiring stages
Fully remote
Relocation
Salary (yearly)
Pay structure
Full-time
Contract
Open to negotiation
Pay negotiation
Learn how Jayson secured this job
Job search and application
How did you come across this job opening?
I saw the job listing for this role on LinkedIn
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Job search and application
What were some specific steps you took to enhance your application?
To support the application I sent through the company's job portal, I also sent a short video to the hiring manager highlighting my skills, proficiencies and experience. I believed this was something that helped me stand out.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview prepartion
What were the key areas you focused on during your interview preparation?
The company listed several responsibilities in the job description for the role, but I noticed they placed particular emphasis on SEO for their website. I made sure to focus on this aspect the most.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
What were some topics that the interviews focused on?
SEO strategies, data analysis, and brand management, to name a few. It was a lot, but as a digital marketer, these are to be expected—nothing out of the ordinary.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
Did the hiring process include any case study interviews or take-home tests? If so, what did they involve, and how did you approach them?
Yes! A significant part of one of the interviews was dedicated to a case study. The interviewer presented me with various scenarios and asked me to develop strategies, assessing how I approach problem-solving. I focused on being as direct as possible and provided straightforward solutions to the problems.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
Are there any specific qualities or skills the company values most in candidates?
The company is young and dynamic, so I could instantly tell that adaptability and quick thinking to solve problems were crucial qualities they value.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
What was the most challenging aspect of the hiring process for you and how did you overcome it?
Data analysis was a key aspect of the role. While I have some knowledge in this area, the questions related to it were the most challenging for me.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
Did your nationality as a Nigerian raise any noticeable concerns during the hiring process?
The main concern regarding working online was the time difference between Nigeria and the USA. However, since I already had experience working with a previous company in USA, this wasn't an issue for me.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
Provide a detailed breakdown of the hiring stages involved
1. Application 2. 'Getting to Know You' Interview 3. Take-Home Case Study Test 4. Technical Interview 5. Final Interview & Salary Negotiation
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Interview process
How did you navigate the salary negotiation process?
I started slightly above the average pay for the position and used that as a basis for negotiation.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Post-offer
What advice would you give to someone looking to secure a similar position?
To land a position like this, you need to roll up your sleeves and gain hands-on experience by taking on jobs or gigs—even pro-bono work. It's all about showcasing numbers and results. Highlight how you’ve successfully improved a brand's performance with measurable impact.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
Post-offer
Looking back, is there anything you would have done differently during the hiring process?
At the time of the interview, my data analysis skills were weaker, but fortunately, I was able to compensate by emphasizing my stronger areas. Data analysis is crucial, and it’s an area I could have further developed to strengthen my skillset.
Answered on Sat Dec 14 2024
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