Guy Segal
Justine Montgomery
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How to Stand Out in Design Interviews

60 min
Oct 29, 2026 1:00 PM

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What you'll learn

Identify what hiring managers look for

Learn how hiring managers assess skills, experience, and potential when evaluating designers.

Recognise the signals that move candidates forward

Discover what makes candidates stand out, raises concerns, and influences hiring decisions.

Demonstrate your value during interviews

Learn how to communicate your decisions, collaboration, and experience in ways relevant to the role.

Why this topic matters

Designers spend hours preparing for interviews, but rarely get to understand how hiring decisions are actually made. We'll explore what makes candidates stand out, why some progress while others don't, and how to better communicate your experience and value during interviews. Walk away with practical insights to approach your next interview with more clarity and confidence.

You'll learn from

Guy Segal

Guy Segal

Design Director | Building Design Teams & Practices @ Thomson Reuters

Justine Montgomery

Justine Montgomery

Founder @ storyline.design | ex-Stripe, Preply

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