Phone and Video Interview by collegialadmin | Oct 4, 2019 | Checklists, Resources Phone Interviews Use landline if possible Check to see that all technology needed is sufficiently charged and working Turn off call-waiting Clear room of any distractions: pets, kids, turn off television, any other distractions Gather all needed materials: company info, resume, questions to ask, note pad and pen, etc. Video Interviews Be sure to have a clean and neat background Have an adequate, but not glaring, light source Clear room of any distractions: pets, kids, turn off television, any other distractions Gather all needed materials: company info, resume, questions to ask, note pad and pen, etc. Check to see that all technology needed is sufficiently charged and working If web access is needed, check internet connection If using Skype or other video software, log on early Check audio and visual settings to ensure they are properly set up Adjust screen ahead of time, and do not fidget with it during the interview