You have been shortlisted for a copywriting job. You can’t believe it. You wrote the best pitch, the one that seemed to resonate most with the people reading it. You followed all the proper guidelines, researched the competition thoroughly and developed a strategy for the interview. You got yourself a good haircut and you even wore a suit. You’re feeling confident, prepared and above all, nimble.
You arrive at the interview venue and take a deep breath. You did everything you could; now it’s up to fate. You nervously tap your foot and fiddle with your watch until the interview is over. You’re not completely crushed, not even a little bit. More like… relieved. You did everything you could.
Sound familiar? You’re not alone. We’ve all been there. Most of us would go through the same process, including some of the people reading this article. We all know what it is like to have submitted an application for a position and had it declined without even a courtesy reply. We wonder whether or not they even read our applications, whether or not they are interested in meeting with us. All these questions go through our minds and we begin to doubt ourselves.
If you’ve gone through a similar experience, you’re in the right place. We’re going to tell you exactly what went wrong and how you can get it right. Keep reading.
Your Hair And Makeup Artists Are Your Supporting Cast
Apart from the suited up suit that you’re wearing, you’re also going to need someone to paint your hair and makeup. This is important. You cannot go to work looking like this; it will scare off the very people you’re trying to convince to hire you. If they are already not interested in meeting with you, or worse, if they think you’re a flake, you don’t want to give them any excuse to blow you off. You need to look your best, and we mean this in more ways than one.
Your hair and makeup artists are your allies in this quest for career perfection. They have your back and are going to make sure you look your best every step of the way. On that note, let’s discuss what you need to do to get ready for your copywriter interview.
Get A Hair And Makeup Artist For The Interview
Do you have someone in mind to do your hair and makeup for the interview? If so, great! Let’s find out what kind of experience they have and if they are appropriate for the role. In the meantime, you can start getting your hair done. It has to be done a few days before the interview, so let’s get started ASAP. Once your hair is done, you’ll be able to focus on your makeup. It’s important to look your best at all times, even before you start working, but especially during your interview. A good makeup artist can help you nail that perfect look for the interview, boosting your confidence and giving you a polished and professional appearance.
Get Your Hair And Makeup Done By Professionals
If you’re getting your hair done, it’s a good idea to go for a professional. They will know how to make you look amazing and will give you the perfect finishing touches. On the other hand, if you’re doing your makeup, it could be a good idea to go for a professional. They will know how to make you look flawless and will give you that extra boost of confidence that you need to nail the interview.
Get A Suitable Suited
Apart from having your hair and makeup done by professionals, you’re also going to need a suiting. A suit will make you look more authoritative and less like a hairdo and makeup combination. Even if you’re not feeling particularly authoritative, a suit will make you look like a boss. You don’t want to go into the interview looking like Charlie Chaplin in The Great Dictator. This would likely confuse or even frighten the people you’re trying to convince to hire you. Besides, it’s never a good idea to underdress. You want to look your best, and a good suit will do just that. It will make you look polished and professional, all the while feeling good and comfortable in your own skin.
Check The Fabric Of The Suits You’re Considering
The fabric of your suit is going to be important. It has to feel good and look good, of course. You also don’t want to wear something that’s too revealing, particularly if you’re going to be working in a creative industry. For this reason, it’s best to go for a heavyweight fabric. You want something that’s thick and substantial. Twill fabric is good, as it is the most commonly used fabric for suits. It’s going to keep you warm and it feels good against your skin. It also doesn’t see much wear and tear, so you’re not going to have to think about either cleaning or replacing it as often as you would with other fabrics. Twill fabric is going to be perfect for the job you’re going for. You don’t want to wear anything too revealing, as this will likely turn off the people you’re trying to convince to hire you. Something in a darker color is also going to look good against your skin. A suit in a dark color will make you look more authoritative and like a boss; not to mention that it feels good against the skin. You don’t want to wear a bright color, as this will make you stand out. In case someone forgets what color suit they’re wearing, it’s easy enough to remind them. Dark colors and thick fabrics are the way to go. A good suit is going to feel good against your skin and keep you warm even on the coldest of days. This is especially important if you’re going to be writing something formal, like an invoice or an email. You want to make sure that the people you’re writing to, know that you mean business and that your suit is not going to tear or smell of stale cigarettes.
Take Care Of Your Nails
Nails are going to be important too. If you’re applying for a job as a copywriter, you’re going to be sitting at a desk with your nails filed and painted a glossy black. This is going to be important, so make sure you get all the nails done professionally. If you’re doing your nails, file them down to a smooth shape and make sure they’re the right length. It’s also important to have at least two coats of varnish on your nails, so make sure you get this done as well. If not, it’s going to look like you’ve been painting them for years and years, which might scare off the people you’re trying to convince to hire you. You don’t want to do anything that might make them not want to work with you. Get everything done professionally and make sure that your nails look clean and polished.
Get Your Eyes Looked At
You’re going to have to get your eyes looked at, too. This is important, particularly if you’re going to be doing something involving a lot of writing. You’re going to be sitting at a desk all day long, so make sure that your eyes are feeling fresh and that you’re not feeling too strain. This is why it’s important to get your nails done and to get your eyes looked at regularly. Make sure that you have the best eyesight possible and that you’re not going to be wearing down any walls with the intensity of your peeping.
Get Your Skin Pretreated
Most of us are not blessed with the most glorious of complexions. This is why it’s important to get your skin pretreated, particularly if you’re going to be in the sun a lot. Sunscreen is also important, particularly if you’re going to be outside in the sun all day long. This is not going to do your skin any favors. Make sure you get a good pre-existing foundation taken care of and that you’re not going to be needing too much makeup, because you have enough going on with your nails and eyes. This is going to make you look more like a goddess and not some random chick that they might confuse with a secretary. Get your skin pretreated and in prime condition, so you can look fabulous and feel confident enough to kick ass.