In general, I had a neutral impression of the interviewer. She was friendly and seemed professional. but there were a few aspects that left me with mixed feelings. Firstly, the interview started 15 minutes late, which was attributed to a previous ‘meeting’… or another interview. While I understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, it's worth noting that a candidate typically wouldn't have the same latitude. Salary was not discussed, which I found somewhat surprising as it is a crucial aspect for any job seeker. When I inquired about the next steps, the interviewer raised concerns regarding my lack of experience in the entertainment industry, despite my expressed interest in transitioning into this field. This concern seemed somewhat misleading, as I had clearly outlined my aspirations in my cover letter and reiterated them during the interview. I bring over 5 years of substantial experience in high-level C-suite support roles across different sectors, which equipped me with numerous transferable skills. The timeline for the hiring process was not clearly communicated. The only information provided was that they had just started initial interviews. Given my lack of experience in the entertainment industry, I felt that my chances were limited. Ultimately, I chose to withdraw due to another opportunity. I would recommend that if entertainment experience is an absolute requirement for the position, it would be more efficient for the company to avoid interviewing candidates who do not meet this. This would save both the company and the candidates valuable time and effort.
