Your resumé is the first thing a potential employer will see from you. Remember that it is one your primary marketing tools, and as a designer it should reflect your expertise in presenting information. It should be concise, easy to follow, consistent in use of headings and presentation of information. It is not an over-the-top design exercise. Be sure it is completely free of spelling errors. Check the names of software you are listing to be sure they are correct too.

Generally prospective employers won't have a lot of time to read your resumé, and so you need to get to the point of your application—your talents and abilities—quickly. Research the company and make sure your resumé is appropriate in tone and content. Limit it to two or three pages.

Employment should be listed chronologically—last job first.
Style should be consistent throughout. When you list a workplace include the location—for example, Saatchi and Saatchi, London, UK. If the company is not well known provide a brief outline.

List the software and operating systems you have used. People often look for software capability first.

If you are applying for an advertised position make sure you cover the required skills listed in the job description. If you are applying to work for a particular studio or agency make sure you understand the sort of work they do. Do some research and ensure your resumé is consistent with their likely expectations.

PDF format for your CV is expected, and some employers won't even consider a resumé which is not in that format.

You should also send a separate folio PDF file with around four to six pages of examples of your work. Make it an exciting 'taster' to help you get an interview.

List referees with contact details, but if you need to maintain confidentiality it is quite acceptable to provide referees on request.

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