1. A UX designer can begin their career at what type of company? Select all that apply.
- Advertising agency
- Large company
- Design agency
- Production company
- Start-up
2. Why is it important for an entry-level designer to present their portfolio to potential employers? Select all that apply.
- Present a roadmap on where they want to be in their career
- Provide transparency on their work history
- Prove they have the skills and potential to get the work done
- Show they are open to continuous learning
3. What are some key tips for building rapport with an interviewer? Select all that apply.
- Be curious
- Be defiant
- Be yourself
- Be genuine
4. Why should you be curious to build rapport with your interviewer? Select all that apply.
- Creates more opportunities to learn about the person you’re communicating with
- Leads to having better, more insightful questions
- Professional representation of a designer’s personal brand
- Identifies other opportunities that may be available if this role doesn’t fit
5. Identify actions a designer should take to prepare themselves before an interview. Select all that apply.
- Build rapport with interviewers
- Build a knowledge base about the company
- Determine and prepare answers to common interview questions
- Explore requirements and expectations
- Build a narrative
6. Consider the following scenario: UX designer Sadé is asked a complex, multi-tiered question during an interview: “Describe the design process for this project. What challenges did you overcome? ”
Which method is the best approach to this interview question?
- STAR
- Elevator pitch
7. Review the following interviewee’s response to an interview question:
I’m Alonso, and I’m an experienced educator, manager, and mentor. I have decades of experience in public and private education. I’ve also helped hospitals and corporations such as Seattle Children’s and Microsoft create learning curriculums for their employees. I love being an educator, and helping to make knowledge more accessible for everyone. Your company’s motto “You never truly stop learning” is a creed I live by each day.
What is this an example of?
- Panel
- STAR method
- Whiteboard
- Elevator pitch
8. What is a panel interview?
- A group’s assessment of a designer’s skills, experience, and work ethic
- A strategic method of answering questions
- A real-time, practical demonstration of a designer’s skills
- An assessment of multiple candidates
9. During a panel interview, what might be expected of a designer? Select all that apply.
- Showcase their portfolio
- Answer questions about their experience and skills
- Showcase any coding knowledge
- Offer a practical demonstration of their skills
10. A whiteboard interview gives interviewers a chance to assess a designer’s knowledge, thought processes, design capabilities, and communication skills.
- True
- False
11. Imagine you decide to start your own freelance UX design business and get to work on your business plan. When creating a business plan, what questions should you answer as you build it? Select all that apply.
- Who’s your competition?
- What problem are you solving for your clients?
- What’s your brand identity?
- What type of employer do you prefer?
12. Which of the following could be a business path for a freelance UX designer?
- Sole ownership
- Partnership
- Design agency
- Freelance marketplace
13. Which of the following is NOT typically included in a business plan?
- Website
- Competition
- Brand identity
- Business expenses
14. You explore freelancing opportunities and want to develop a business plan. What factors should you consider when determining your rate? Select all that apply.
- People skills
- Your personal expenses
- Market rate for similar services
- Your business expenses
15. As you start your freelancing career, you create a social media page for your new business. What are some ways to attract clients through social media? Select all that apply.
- Post examples of your work
- Post your new company’s social media on your personal page profiles
- Post other interests on your company profile
- Ask friends and family to promote your page on their social media pages
16. Fill in the blank: When offering services pro bono, avoid _____ by preparing a new scope of work that includes rates for additional work.
- networking
- scope creep
- pitching
- paid work
17. You have a client interested in your work and they send you a request for proposal to determine if you can work together on a future project. You review the scope of work that outlines the project. What components in the scope of work should you pay attention to? Select all that apply.
- External work
- Project needs
- Budget
- Timelines
18. What is a statement of work (SOW)?
- A list of expenses and profit margins that add up to an appropriate cost for services.
- A legally binding document that lists detailed deliverables, due dates, and a payment schedule.
- A list of expected payment dates and any upfront costs and contingencies.
- A document that outlines the project a designer will complete.
