After researching several web design companies, I realized how much the personality of a corporation’s leaders is reflected in its website. This discovery reinforces the notion that web design increases transparency and communicates powerfully. I also noticed that organizations vary greatly in philosophy, culture, and attention to detail. These differences became more apparent as I focused my research on the following companies.
Option 1: Thrive Agency
Address: 4600 Park Springs Blvd
Suite 100
Arlington, TX 76017
Link to home page: https://thriveagency.com/
Phone: +1 (866)-908-4748
Contact: Cindy Deuser
Thrive Agency seems to have a work culture that produces camaraderie among coworkers. The leadership structure also provides assistance, which would allow me to grow as a web developer, improve my skills, and take on new challenges. Thrive Agency is currently employing 160 individuals in 35 states, and 8 different countries. Thrive also lists positions that allow the web developer to work remotely from home, which would be particularly beneficial since I do not live in the United States.
Questions to ask during the interview:

1. What would you consider to be the three main objectives for the person who takes this position?
2. What are the biggest challenges to overcome in this position?
3. Can you tell me more about what you expect my day-to-day responsibilities to be?
4. I have really enjoyed meeting with you and your team, and I am very interested in the opportunity. I feel my skills would be a good match for this position. Could you tell me about the next step in your interviewing process?

 
Option 2: Digitech Web Design LLC
Address: 7703 N. Lamar Blvd. Suite 510
Austin, Texas 78752
Link to homepage: https://www.digitechwebdesignaustin.com/
Phone: (512) 653 3003
Contact: Darryl Stevens
Digitech aims to craft designs that produce optimum user experiences so that it is easy for the viewer to commit. This company prioritizes websites that center on usability and easy interaction, eliminating frustrations and making navigation a pleasure. These goals harmonize with mine, so I believe I would be a good fit in this company. Digitech is a fast growing company, with 1891 employees in 2019. Digitech has an open corporate culture and seems to promote teamwork, with each member of the team having different strengths which combine to produce excellent results. This ‘team’ culture would allow me to focus on my strengths and rely on the other members, whose strengths are different from mine, to create exceptional websites and mobile applications.
Questions to ask during the interview:

1. Can you please tell me more about the responsibilities of this position, what it involves, and what is needed?
2. Can you describe an ideal employee for this job?
3. I would like to know more about the company’s corporate culture as you understand it. Also, could you please outline the company’s values?
4. Before I leave, is there anything else regarding my ability to do this job you need to know?

 
Option 3: 500 Designs
Address:
San Francisco: 500 Designs
2955 Campus Dr #110,
San Mateo, California
94403
Irvine: 500 Designs
400 Spectrum Center Drive,
Suite 1900,
Irvine, California 92618
Link to homepage: https://500designs.com/
Phone: +1 (657) 888 2203
Contact: hello@500designs.com
The capabilities of 500 Designs include brand strategy, competitive analysis, UX audit, product strategy, consumer research, and marketing strategy. Branding projects include developing art direction, illustration, logo design, iconography, brand identity, and animation. Design projects involve packaging design, website design, website development, mobile app design, UI/UX design, and graphic design.
500 Designs currently employs from 10-49 people. Their websites are fast-paced and attention-grabbing without overwhelming with mesmerizing animations or overloading with distractions. Simple scenes just follow in smooth sequence, absorbing the viewer with variety and interesting graphics. The designers tackle every aspect of website construction. This would enable me to specialize and really hone my skills in a specific area. With clients like Google, 3M, and Nike, they are at the forefront of innovation, and I could expand my knowledge and take on highly advanced work.
Questions to ask during the interview:

1. What are the most important criteria you are looking for in the optimal candidate for this position?
2. What seems to be the weakest part of my experience? Can we discuss that first? I know you’re speaking with a lot of people and I’m sure you’re trying to shorten the list.
3. Can you give a few examples that show how the company’s values are practiced or acted out?
4. As the manager of this position, what are the top three priorities you would like to see accomplished first?

 
Option 4: Balkan Bros.
Address: Island Krk — Head Office
Šetalište Sv. Bernardina 6D
51500 Krk, Croatia
Link to homepage: https://bb.agency/
Phone: +385/ 51 546-916
Contact: Matej Justic
Balkan Bros. focuses on projects involving UX and UI design, website development and branding. Their products are used in advertising and marketing, promoting entertainment events and business services. The company currently has 12 employees. Balkan Brothers is based in Croatia. Employees work from various locations, including Croatia, France, UK, and Slovakia, and their clients include BNP Paribas (France), Otsuka Pharmaceuticals (Japan), Kaspersky Lab (Russia), and Fursan Travel (Saudi Arabia). I am interested in this company because they have such an international reach, and I have international experience, having lived in three countries.
Because English is the language of the internet, these companies from various nations will seek web designers who can communicate their aims in English. While many Europeans have limited English proficiency, fluency is rare and my English skills will be a benefit to the company. Also, this company has clients in France, where I currently reside.
Questions to ask during the interview:

1. In your estimation, what type of person would be able to fulfill these responsibilities successfully?
2. Now that we have discussed my skills and abilities, do you have any concerns about me accomplishing the objectives you have in mind for this role?
3. What objectives would you like the person in this position to accomplish?
4. What would indicate to you, say, in a year from now, that I have met your expectations?