You’re about to walk into an advertising interview. How can you impress the interviewer?

Knowing the agency's mission, vision and values are so important as their works and deliverables should be aligned with all the above aspects and making sure your individual values coincide with that can make you stand out.

Understanding the agency’s strengths and work will equip you with good questions to ask about recent work and show the interviewer where your passions lie. In my opinion there is nothing better in a candidate than curiosity. The willingness and ability to learn through practice and asking good questions is a huge asset. Always Be Curious

In any field experience matters more than education or knowledge! Execution is something that matters when it comes to output. Having a great portfolio in multiple projects that have an appreciated outcome makes you credible and your creativity should be executed in creating your portfolio also. A good professional in the advertising industry should definitely know how to market himself.

Creativity is not something that comes at birth. Real creativity comes with knowledge and execution. Knowledge about current industrial trends and imagination makes a man more creative. Keep learning and join the dots, creativity will come by its own.

To impress the interviewer, showcase your creativity by suggesting innovative approaches to advertising campaigns. For example, propose a campaign that integrates virtual reality experiences to engage consumers in a whole new way, immersing them in the brand's story like never before.

Confidence is important in every profession and confidence is the key for success in all aspects. Confidence is believing in yourself and in your ideas. If you are confident in your skills and you are confident in the company you work for, rest everything is just a presentation of your confidence.

Curiosity is the key aspect of creativity. Imagination and curiosity creates ideas and as much as we are curious about all aspects that ideas can meet, the delivery will be flawless as you must have gone through all the uncertainties in your mind itself.

A handwritten note will go further than an email especially if you can be super creative with it. Ad executives appreciate thoughtfulness and getting a glimpse into who you are and how you think. They want to make sure you’re good match for their team. Sometimes a good follow-up note can get you a referral to another agency or a second call back.

The way you walk & talk in your interview, is the way you're talking and selling to your audience as well. It's the way you sell yourself. And what other way would be best in real life and in advertising than, Precision & Punch.

Walking into an advertising interview is like stepping onto a stage for your big solo. To wow the crowd, do your homework on the company—know their hits and what kind of tunes they're into. Come ready to share your own chart-toppers, highlighting how your skills and experiences can add to their playlist. Be genuine in your performance; let your personality shine through. Have some thoughtful questions ready to jam on, showing you're really into the music they're making. And of course, bring your enthusiasm. It's like being the fan who knows all the words—showing you're excited to be part of the band.

Demonstrate your understanding of current advertising trends and market insights relevant to the agency's industry. Prepare specific examples of successful campaigns or projects you've worked on, highlighting your role and contributions. Showcase your ability to think strategically by discussing how you approach problem-solving and decision-making in your work. Additionally, tailor your responses to align with the agency's brand voice and values, showing how you can seamlessly integrate into their team and culture. Be prepared to discuss your passion for advertising and your commitment to delivering exceptional results for clients.