Resume template
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What should I include on my resume? Here's a brief rundown on the essential things to include on your resume. Personal details Full name and contact details including address, telephone number(s) and email address. Adding a photo to your resume is optional, and many employment advisers don’t recommend it. However, for some “public” professions, such as modeling, being a TV-host or auditioning for a theatre role, adding a photo can be essential. If you do decide to add a photo, remember to keep it simple and professional. Education and training This part should include a summary of your education and training history, starting with your most recent studies, making sure you include all training that's relevant to the job you're applying for. If you have a wide range of education and training experience, make your resume specific for each position you apply for, and make sure to include only relevant information. Employment History Start with your most recent work history and work backwards chronologically, listing the name of the employer, your job title, the dates you worked there, and your responsibilities, tasks and achievements. Make sure you include everything that's relevant to the job. Again, make this part of the resume specific for the job you are applying for. Skills and Abilities In this section, you should list some of your strengths, skills and abilities. These can be general skills or skills specific to a particular job; for example Computer Skills, Photoshop, Language Skills, First Aid Skills etc. Career objective (optional) Here you can tell the employer what type of job you want end up with; this shows that you've given thought to your future career.
Transcript of Resume template
What should I include on my resume?Here's a brief rundown on the essential things to include on your resume.
Personal detailsFull name and contact details including address, telephone number(s) and email address. Adding a photo to your resume is optional, and many employment advisers don’t recommend it. However, for some “public” professions, such as modeling, being a TV-host or auditioning for a theatre role, adding a photo can be essential. If you do decide to add a photo, remember to keep it simple and professional.
Education and trainingThis part should include a summary of your education and training history, starting with your most recent studies, making sure you include all training that's relevant to the job you're applying for. If you have a wide range of education and training experience, make your resume specific for each position you apply for, and make sure to include only relevant information.
Employment HistoryStart with your most recent work history and work backwards chronologically, listing the name of the employer, your job title, the dates you worked there, and your responsibilities, tasks and achievements. Make sure you include everything that's relevant to the job. Again, make this part of the resume specific for the job you are applying for.
Skills and AbilitiesIn this section, you should list some of your strengths, skills and abilities. These can be general skills or skills specific to a particular job; for example Computer Skills, Photoshop, Language Skills, First Aid Skills etc.
Career objective (optional) Here you can tell the employer what type of job you want end up with; this shows that you've given thought to your future career.
Interests (optional) A list of your hobbies and interests; this gives employers more information about you and also shows other areas of your life where you've gained experiences such as teamwork and commitment.
RefereesIn this part, you can name one or two people who can talk about how good an employee you are. They can be former employers or perhaps members of a charity you have worked for. Referees should generally not be relatives or family members. Make sure you get each person’s permission before including them on your resume. You should mention the referee’s name, company name, occupation, and contact details.
