I interviewed at O'Reilly Media (Sebastopol, CA) in June 2025
Interview
Engaging process with a ton of steps (had roughly five or six before getting informed I wasn't a fit) -- last component involved homework which seemed to be the real decision criteria
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you pitch our product and address objections?
1. application with resume and cover letter
2. 45 minute interview with recruiter
3. 30 minute interview with prospective supervisor
4. work task - copy editing test
5. interview with senior editors
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at O'Reilly Media
Interview
3 different interview processes until a final decision. Went from Talent to HR, to Leadership [Director]. Never had formal feedback until final decision. The Talent and HR aspects of it hold close to no weight.