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Updated 18 Feb 2025

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posted on 18 Feb 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

How to cope in night shift

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Speak about your self
  • Q2. What is your expectation

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Sep 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic market &industry knowledge,
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic market and industry knowledge? Future perspective? Reason of joining? Ready for change?

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basis Operational questionnaire and answer

I was interviewed before Jun 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Why HT Media?
  • Ans. 

    HT Media is a leading media company known for its innovative approach and strong market presence.

    • HT Media has a strong reputation in the media industry for its quality journalism and diverse range of publications.

    • The company has a history of innovation, constantly adapting to the changing media landscape.

    • HT Media has a wide reach and strong market presence, offering great opportunities for growth and development.

    • I admi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the reason for wanting to join media industry
  • Ans. 

    Passion for storytelling and desire to make a positive impact through media

    • Passion for storytelling and creativity

    • Desire to make a positive impact on society

    • Interest in the power of media to influence opinions and drive change

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  • Q3. Case study on media planning and buying
  • Q4. What campaign will you suggest to an fmcs advertiser wanting to advertise in rural markets
  • Ans. 

    I would suggest a targeted digital marketing campaign that focuses on the unique needs and preferences of rural consumers.

    • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the rural market demographics, consumer behavior, and media consumption patterns.

    • Create localized and personalized content that resonates with rural consumers, highlighting the benefits of the advertiser's product or service in a rural context.

    • Utilize social ...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: I was a part of the Media PR cell of my institute and hence it was easy to justify my inclination towards the media industry. Mentioned certain facts on why I thought I would be the right fit for the company
Tips: Relate your background with your answer.
You should be passionate about joining the media industry
Openly state your strengths and weaknesses
Important to have strong communication skills

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: The answer was supposed to be formed using cues from the corporate av that was shown before the interview. One had to mention the range of products offered by HT Media in the rural regions like Hindi Hindustan and Anokhi magazine and explain the relevance of these products for the advertiser
Tips: Use bullet points to answer succintly
Be to the point and highlight only relevant products
Good written communication skills needed

Skills: Logical Thinking, Communication
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Oct 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Past work experience
  • Q2. Tell me how you can value add to the company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest and highlight your achievements & do mention your weakness

The Times of India Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in The Times of India Manager interview?
The Times of India interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the The Times of India interview process are Group Discussion and HR.
How to prepare for The Times of India Manager interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at The Times of India. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at The Times of India expect are Digital Marketing, Marketing and Media Marketing.

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