I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Vanguard (Malvern, PA)
Interview
This included a portfolio review and lots of questions about design process. Specifically, centered around user-based scenarios and team driven approaches and how to negotiate difficulties, manage up and work effectively on a deadline.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Very specific project-related scenarios where there is a hang up due to unforeseen circumstances, such as problems with user testing, complications due to pre-existing project relationships and constraints of established platforms. If you are interviewing for a design position, know how to pair what you do effectively with a business need. It's not about choosing colors (because you can't, really, there are already established brand guidelines.) You need to be able to show the value of design-driven solutions and how to reach users on a responsive level.