UX Hiring Notes

INTERVIEW EXERCISE IDEAS

  • Sort [5] provided colors from best to worst. Explain why. (Print out large colored dots of color). Shows ability to:
    • Solve an open-ended problem
    • Make, defend and explain design decisions
    • Create and apply internally-consistent rules/constraints
  • Information architecture – take NYC Rules leftnav items and consolidate them into something that [reasonably] fits into the standard nyc.gov horizontal nav. Shows ability to:
    • Understand the meaning of words/kinds of things
    • Group nav items logically
    • Edit copy and preserve/convey meaning
  • Bring in a case study that shows a problem, and the solution you provided. Be prepared to showcase it with a 5-10 minute presentation [format of candidate’s choosing]. Shows ability to:
    • Clearly understand and communicate a problem, and a solution
    • Tell the story of a project
    • Show understanding of what is important [and what is not]
    • Communicate overall

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

  • What project have you worked on that you’re most proud of? Why? Reference article:
    • This one question gets to the core of behavioral interviews, where you look at the past behavior of the candidate to best predict how they’ll work out on your team. Because designers repeat the work habits they learn throughout their career, understanding the details how they’ve worked in the past can tell you a ton about how they’ll work with you.

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