Helix Education interview questions

The interview process was so unnecessarily long and strict, you’d think you were applying to work for one of the top companies in the world. First I was emailed several questions to answer which I spent a lot of time on and put a lot of thought into, and then I had a video interview one-on-one. I was then given an extensive “test project” to test my design skills (because apparently a full design portfolio isn’t enough for them) that took me 4 hours. I was then asked to come in for a 3-hour “final” interview where I met with almost half the office. I was then asked for several references. I thought for sure it would mean an offer was coming, but apparently that’s the process for all the applicants. Ridiculous.