I applied for the Creative Operations Manager position at NewDay and was initially excited about the opportunity. The recruitment process started positively, with the talent team showing genuine interest in my background and facilitating a smooth interview process. I had a great conversation with the hiring manager, and there was a strong sense of alignment regarding my skills and the company’s needs. After the interview, I received positive feedback, which further fueled my excitement about the potential fit within the team. However, I was disappointed by the lack of communication following the interview. Despite my proactive follow-ups, I was ultimately left without any updates or closure regarding my application status. This experience felt unprofessional and disheartening, especially after being led to believe that I was a strong candidate for the role. While I appreciated the initial engagement and support, the ghosting at the end of the process was frustrating and left me feeling undervalued as a candidate. I hope NewDay can improve its communication with candidates moving forward.