Communication skill As an advertising account executive, you have to effectively and efficiently deliberate messages and express ideas with the clients and also the internal colleagues through communication.
2. Please explain what makes a successful account manager?
Speak confidently when answering questions where success is the subject. You do not have to gush and describe every possible aspect you can think of. Talk about a few key concepts, like communication and negotiation skills, market research and customer prospecting, etc. You will make an even better impression if you give an example from your own professional life to demonstrate your idea.
3. Tell us how do your manage your email?
Ostensibly about email, this question actually seeks to gain insight into how organized you are. Having a system for managing your email demonstrates a degree of planning and organizational skills, which are both fundamental to the role of Account Manager. Even if the interviewer prefers a different system, the fact that you use one is key here. The worst answer you could give to this (or a similar question) is saying that you have none.
4. Explain me about a time in your career when you faced rejection. How did you handle it?
Rejection is part and parcel of working in a sales position. Choose an anecdote that either describes how you were able to turn initial rejection into something positive, or that demonstrates how you were able to handle being rejected without taking it personally and burning a bridge. The key is to demonstrate a measured, professional response to rejection.
5. Tell us what are some of the challenges or roadblocks one might come up against in this role?
A question like this indicates that you're already envisioning yourself in the role and thinking through a plan of attack, should you land the gig. It's also a sign that you're well aware that no job comes free of roadblocks. It shows that not only are you not afraid to deal with those challenges, but you're also prepared for them.
The response you receive should help you better understand some of the less-than-ideal aspects of the job -- difficult colleagues, bureaucratic processes, internal politics, and so on. You can use that information to decide that the role really isn't a good fit for you ... or that you're up for the challenge.
6. Tell me what is your company's customer or client service philosophy?
This is an impressive question because it shows that you can make the connection between how the company thinks about its customers and the end result. In other words, how the customer is treated on a day-to-day basis, and in turn, how that shows up in the product.
While you might be able to find a canned response to this question on the company's website, it'll be useful -- and possibly eye-opening -- for you to hear it more candidly from an employee. How the company treats its customers could end up informing your decision to join if you are offered the job, especially if you're applying for a job where you'll be communicating directly with customers.
7. Tell us do you have any questions or concerns about qualifications?
This question shows that you're not afraid of critical feedback -- in fact, you welcome it. Interviewers tend to make note of red flags -- whether it be something on your resume or something you said -- to discuss with a colleague following the interview. This question gives them the green light to ask about any of the things that are holding them back from being 100% on board with hiring you.
You get a chance to address concerns face-to-face without being too confrontational. This could be the difference between an offer and a rejection -- or maybe even a higher opening offer.
8. Tell me why are you the best advertising account executive for us?
I am the best advertising account executive for your company because I have the competitive drive to succeed but the ethical guidance and attention to detail one needs in a role such as this.
I've done it all, I deal with people all the time and I am an effective communicator. I;ve worked in retail, marketing and operations all which rely heavily on adaptation.
10. Explain what is important to effective market analysis?
Generally speaking, it is important to do research on a regular basis in relation to every individual client or category of clients. Effective research assesses current situations to project future developments and opportunities for the company. It studies competitors and proposes improvements.
11. Do you know what makes a successful Account Manager?
In asking this question, an interviewer is trying to determine whether your understanding of the skills and personality traits that make for a successful Account Manager jibe with their own. Pick three to five points on which to elaborate. Be sure to review the job posting and description as you prepare for the interview so you can tailor your answers to what the employer is looking for.
12. Tell us how are your relationships with past employers, colleagues and clients?
Being able to form and maintain strong, positive relationships is crucial for Account Managers. Maintaining professional relationships with the people you have worked with and for in the past speaks volumes about your interpersonal skills. You're not going to be best friends with every former colleague, but you should aim to describe a few positive relationships you've been able to maintain since moving onto new opportunities.
13. Explain me what metrics would you use to measure success in this role?
Asking a question like this shows that you're goal-oriented and aren't afraid to be held accountable for those goals. You don't shirk accountability. You welcome it -- and will work hard to hit the goals you're responsible for.
It's shocking how many people don't actually know what they want from their employees beyond a vague idea of some work that needs to get done. Asking this question will force a hiring manager to figure it out -- and then can communicate it to you, so you can execute on it.
14. Tell us where do people usually eat lunch?
Do they take the time to go out? Do people bring lunch but eat in groups? Do folks normally eat at their desks because they're too busy to socialize? Asking this question serves as a great way to find out a little bit about the company culture. Plus, this is a more lighthearted question that might relax a stiffened atmosphere or lead to a conversation about shared interests.
Along with learning about company culture, it doesn't hurt to get a few good lunch suggestions for the future.
15. Tell us how do you deliver negative feedback?
If you would be working with the person interviewing you, this is another tough question that can give you some insight into how the team works. It pushes the hiring manager to think about how he or she would handle an uneasy situation, while at the same time showing your level of maturity in that that you (realistically) expect to receive tough feedback sometimes.
Just like different people take negative feedback differently, different people give negative feedback differently. Does this person tailor their feedback approach depending on whom they're giving feedback to? Do they make feedback a two-way street? Their feedback style -- especially when it comes to negative feedback -- will help you understand how well you would be able to work with them.
16. Tell us what attracts you to this industry as Advertising Account Executive?
This industry has lots of potential in our local area because of the amount of small businesses that under utilize ad space in our market.
17. Please tell me how do you evaluate success?
By a level of happiness and fulfillment.
18. Situational Advertising account manager interview questions:
☛ What is the difference between a good position and an excellent one?
☛ You have not done this sort of job before. How will you succeed?
☛ What parts of your education do you see as relevant to this position?
☛ How do you think you can make a contribution to this company?
☛ What attracted you to this company?
A short positive response is best. Connect your ability to the company's requirements. Don't be too specific by giving away a word for a particular period of time.
19. Communication skills based Advertising account manager interview questions:
☛ What irritates you about other people?
☛ What major challenges and problems did you face?
☛ What do you see yourself doing within the first days of this job?
☛ What have you done to support diversity in your unit?
☛ What support training would you require to be able to do this job?
Do not forget to ask for the names of interviewers. And then, remember to give them a polite thank you. You may receive very helpful advice from an outsider who, like the interviewers, may tell if you answer properly or not. Be sure to discuss a very specific example.
20. Top 10 Advertising Account Executive Job Interview Questions:
1. Tell me about the integrated campaigns you have worked on, which channels were utilised, and why?
2. Talk me through the strategy and planning for one of your key clients.
3. Give me an example of a project that you have worked on which involved both online and offline channels.
4. Can you give me an example of when you have worked with multiple clients at the same time and how you managed?
5. How do you organise and prioritise your workload?
6. Can you tell me about an example where you have had to resolve an issue between a creative team and a client?
7. What systems have you used to manage budgets for your clients, are you targeted on budget performance?
8. What clients do you work on and what's the mix of B2B and B2C?
9. Which of our clients do you most want to work on?
10. What do you love about your current agency? What are you not so keen on?
21. Phone based Advertising account manager interview questions:
☛ What are three positive character traits you don't have?
☛ What are you expecting from this firm in the future?
☛ What are your long-term goals or career plans?
☛ Tell me about yourself.
☛ Tell me about an important issue you encountered recently.
The most important tip is that you have get yourself prepared carefully before the behavioral interview. Just wait for them ending their questions then answer.
Ask a friend or relative of yours to help you practice answering Advertising account manager interview questions.
22. Video based Advertising account manager interview questions:
☛ Give some examples of teamwork.
☛ What were the responsibilities of your last position?
☛ What was the most difficult period in your life, and how did you deal with it?
☛ What problems have you encountered at work?
☛ How would you weigh a plane without scales?
Start with the present and tell why you are well qualified for the position.
Describe your weaknesses as strengths.
Answer all Advertising account manager interview questions honestly and stay focused throughout the hiring process.
23. Competency Based Advertising account manager job interview questions:
☛ How do you feel about taking no for an answer?
☛ When given an important assignment, how do you approach it?
☛ What techniques and tools do you use to keep yourself organized?
☛ Tell me about a difficult experience you had in working.
☛ How do you react to instruction and criticism?
24. Behavioral Advertising account manager interview questions:
☛ What kind of personality do you work best with and why?
☛ Has anything ever irritated you about people you've worked with?
☛ What have you learned from mistakes on the job?
☛ Tell me about how you worked effectively under pressure.
☛ What steps do you follow to study a problem before making a decision?
Study the specific job duties of the position desired. Limit your answer to your career background and experience. Answer all Advertising account manager interview questions honestly and stay focused throughout the hiring process.
25. Strengths and Weaknesses based Advertising account manager interview questions:
☛ What do you believe are your key strengths?
☛ Who else have you applied to/got interviews with?
☛ Would you rather write a report or give it verbally?
☛ What assignment was too difficult for you?
☛ When was the last time you were in a crises?
