Interview Skills
11 Video / Virtual Interview
Below are some quick tips on etiquette for a video or virtual interview.
Before a virtual interview, consider the following:
- Review any shared interview details and your company research.
- Test your technology and interview software.
- Silence your phone or leave it in another room.
- Position your camera at eye level and keep your camera on.
- Mute your microphone when you are not speaking.
- Close any apps you won’t need; this will help with your wireless connection.
- Ensure your settings and environment are appropriate, with good lighting.
- Be sure to check out the steps to using the LinkedIn Interview Preparation Feature provided by the York U Career Centre.
Technical Set Up
The thought of being on camera makes some people nervous. Virtual interviews are more common—and more similar to in-person interviews—than you might think. Below are links to resources to help guide you in the process.
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- Technical Equipment and How to Perform a Pre-Interview Tech Check
- Dos and Don’ts of Lighting
- How To Position Your Camera
- Background Composition and What to Wear
- What Not to Say or Do During a Virtual Interview
- Body Language and Maintaining Good Eye Contact
- Minimize Potential Distractions and Interruptions
- What to Do at the End of Your Interview
Interview Resources
- 10 ways to get into a positive mindset before your remote job interview (Hays) – actions to deal with pre-interview nerves and log on with a positive attitude.
- Tips for video interviews, covering technical setup, professional attire, and effective communication strategies.
- 10 tips for remote job interviews offer pointers on professional etiquette before, during, and after the meeting.
- 7 Body Language Tips for a Video Interview (Flex Jobs) – tips on eye contact, posture, and gestures.
- 20 best video interview tips that will land you the job (The Muse) – covers technical setup, professional attire and effective communication strategies.
Course
Virtual Online Job Interviews 2024: Techniques + Strategies (Udemy)
This three-hour, on-demand course is designed to help jobseekers learn the nuances of online interviews, offering guidance on setting up a virtual environment, handling technical issues, and enhancing communication skills. The course covers various topics, from optimizing audio, video, and lighting to developing impactful verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
