Your CV is one of the most important documents you will write. This is because a well-written, professionally presented CV is more likely to secure you the position you want.
Even small errors can make a bad impression when it comes to your CV, so writing it carefully and sending it to a specialist proofreader is a good idea.
Moreover, although your CV should be unique to you, there are some key pieces of information which all CVs require. Here are some tips to bear in mind.
A CV, short for ‘curriculum vitae’, should document your academic achievements, qualifications, career history and skills. It should also include contact information and references.
Bear in mind that the person reading your CV will likely have hundreds of applications to get through. So that yours is easy to read, ensure that it is succinct.
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Do not omit relevant experience, but don’t devote whole paragraphs to a job description where a couple of sentences will do. A CV should not usually exceed two sides of A4.
How you format your CV is up to you, but make sure it is easy to read. It is traditional to include personal information at the top of the page before moving on to educational background or career history (depending on which is most relevant), then listing other training, personal interests and references.
Clarity and consistency are crucial. Clarity comes in part from being succinct so that the text in your CV isn’t cramped, but the formatting you apply (font, line-spacing, etc.) is also important. Consistency is a matter of applying one style throughout your document, which demonstrates your attention to detail as well as improving readability.
If you would like to have your CV checked for errors, or to have us look at the formatting, simply upload your document to Proofed today.
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