Put Together The Perfect CV

Menno Olsthoorn offers up insight on creating a CV guaranteed to make an impact

- Menno Olsthoorn

You are a web designer and you need to get your CV done. Not only do you need to get it done, you need to make sure it stands out and impresses hiring managers. No problem!

Although there are an infinite number of ways for creative people to construct their CVs, there are certain aspects that set winning ones apart from the remainder of the herd. Here are the most important things to accomplish when creating your CV:

1. CLARITY & CONTINUITY

Nobody wants to be confused or disoriented when reading through a CV. You need to ensure that it is as clear and concise as possible. It should flow well and have continuity. So if you use bullet points in one job description, be sure to use them with every job description after that as well. Clarity and continuity are key.

2. BREVITY 

I’m not telling you to leave out important information but I am telling you not to write a book. Hiring managers often have to sift through hundreds of CVs. Don’t let your CV scare them off with lengthy paragraphs and run-on sentences. Say what you need to say in as few words as possible. Quality over quantity!

3. PROOF OF EXPERTISE

Obviously one of your most important goals when writing a CV is the effective conveyance of your skills and expertise. The hiring manager is on a mission to hire someone who can do the job and do it right. Be sure to prove that it’s you!

4. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE