I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Microsoft (Seattle, WA) in Sep 2021
Interview
There were 2.5 rounds. One screening call, a 15-20 min chat with an agency, and a portfolio presentation with a design lead. The third round was fairly standard. Started off with basic intros/tell me about yourself, other introductions. I walked through my online portfolio and presented 2 projects, one visual and another more technical. We wrapped up with final questions for each-other. I received a call back the same day.
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Question 1
Why are you interested in the game industry? (Interviewed with Xbox) Show me how you worked though a technical aspect of a project.
It was great they asked me questions.5 years from now you are working. You are paying rent, bills, taxes. You must screenshot where your expenses come from. Example: apartment .com to demontrate cost of your rental, paycheck calculator to estimate taxes, discuss with your parents phone, electric water, insurances, car payment. We're looking for a Content Design Director to head up our incredible group of end-user-focused UX Design Writers and Content Strategists for Microsoft Teams. You will inspire, define, articulate
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Microsoft (Dublino, Dublino) in Apr 2021
Interview
Fast and straight forward. 5 rounds of interview. Initial. call, design challenge, portfolio review, product challenge, final level. Fast response after each level. Friendliness and enthusiasm from interviewers. Great support from hiring manager. Received info about what to expect ahead of each level.