I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Ancient Gaming in Mar 2025
Interview
The recruitment process at Ancient Gaming started off really well with a great chat with HR - the vibe was super positive. Next, I did a home task and sent it in, expecting to discuss it. Instead, I got an email saying they’d picked someone else who was further along, and that was it—no feedback on my task or anything. I wasn’t told up front that this could happen, and when I emailed asking for feedback, I never got a response. Compared to the more transparent and communicative processes I’m used to at my own company, this was honestly pretty disappointing.
I applied through other source. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Ancient Gaming in Jan 2025
Interview
Yet another company demanding an huge technical test without even knowing what they want (or communicating it clearly to candidates). They asked for the design of seven, I repeat, seven products in the technical test: two looks (since it’s streetwear, that obviously means four pieces), an employee kit with two items, a box (three items), and yet another box. This is the kind of company that doesn’t know what it wants and doesn’t respect people’s time. This is free work. Another thing you need to improve is clearly defining what you actually want so candidates don’t waste their time. A collection based on the Hypedrop community. What community? How am I supposed to know anything about your customer when I was given zero information? I can only guess. And the Hypedrop branding? What is it? There isn’t even an “about” section on the website—just a black logo, and that’s it. Regarding the welcome kit and the box: what is the direction? Do you want something in 3D? Do you want a specific type of box? A box with an assembly guide? And the “innovative Hypedrop box”—innovative in what way? In what sense? What is the current unboxing experience so we at least have some reference point for what you’re talking about? It is not the candidate’s responsibility to chase down clear directions for a test that YOU are assigning. And finally, do you actually want someone who is a fashion designer, a packaging designer, AND a graphic designer? Seriously? Someone who does a little bit of everything does nothing well. A fashion designer is a fashion designer, not a branding designer
I applied for the Accountant position. Shortly after, I was invited for an interview and after to complete an assessment.The assessment provided was focused on audit-related tasks, which seemed unrelated to the accounting role I had applied for. Despite this, I completed the test diligently. The following day, I received a rejection notice. I was surprised by the prompt rejection, especially since I believed my responses were accurate. The lack of feedback left me uncertain about the reasons for the decision. I had an impression that the company might be using candidates to complete actual work under the guise of assessments. This practice, if true, raises ethical concerns. Additionally, I noticed that the same Accountant position has been advertised on LinkedIn for several months, which further questions the company's hiring practices. I recommend aligning assessments more closely with the job description and providing constructive feedback to candidates. Transparency in the recruitment process is crucial for maintaining trust and attracting qualified professionals.