Interview guide
The New Story interview process
3 stages, about 7 days from first call to offer. The focus is relevant experience and culture fit.
We don't yet have verified candidate reports for New Story. What follows is the typical process for a <50-person Real Estate and Construction company, so treat it as a model, not confirmed detail.
Interview stages
- 1
Intro Call
Video call · 30 min
What it testsCulture fit and role expectationsUsually run byFounder or hiring manager - 2
Technical Deep Dive
Video call or in-person · 60 min
What it testsPast projects and problem-solving approachUsually run byTechnical founder or lead - 3
Final Round
In-person or video · 45 min
What it testsTeam fit and offer discussionUsually run byFounding team
New Story interview timeline
Timeline: ~7 days. That's faster than the Real Estate and Construction median (10 days at <50 people).
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Tracking New Story
Interviewing at New Story? Reach the hiring manager first.
New Story interview, frequently asked questions
How many rounds is the New Story interview?
3 stages: Intro Call, Technical Deep Dive, Final Round.
Is the New Story interview hard?
Expect relevant experience and culture fit, not algorithm trivia. Candidates report Final Round as the toughest stage.
Does New Story give a take-home task?
No, New Story does not include a take-home stage.
How long does New Story take to get back to you?
Around 7 days across the full process.
What should I prepare for the New Story interview?
Focus on relevant experience and culture fit. At <50 people, they're testing whether you can operate without process, not whether you memorised algorithms.