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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


WHAT IS A CV?

Your CV is the most important tool to help you find a new job. It provides a
summary of your experience, achievements and personal qualities, to demonstrate
your suitability for a role.

CV stands for ‘curriculum vitae’, which is Latin for ‘course of life’. It’s a
roadmap of your professional life, designed to make a strong first impression
with hiring managers. This should encourage them to progress you to the next
stage of the job application process.

Your CV usually includes your contact details, a brief summary of your career
and ambitions, a work experience section, your education, qualifications and
skills, plus other personal information. Hiring managers won’t take long to
review each CV they receive. This means it’s crucial to concisely highlight the
main achievements in your career to date. Candidates tend to tailor their CV to
each specific job application. This helps to prove how they fulfil the
requirements outlined in the job description.

Sending a CV is the first stage of a job application. Often, you’ll accompany
your CV with a cover letter, which gives you further opportunity to summarise
your achievements and skills. Recruiters or hiring managers will review your CV
and decide if they want to invite you for an interview. As such, it’s critical
your CV makes a strong first impression and catches the eye of the reader.
Choose a professional layout with a clear, readable format, and make sure you
adapt your CV for every job you apply for.


WHAT SHOULD BE IN A CV?

Here’s a brief summary of the different sections you might wish to include in
your CV:


CONTACT INFO

The first section of the CV is typically your contact information. This includes
your full name, your email address, your phone number and your address or
location. Optional details include a photo, your gender, your marital status or
links to your portfolio, website or LinkedIn profile.


PERSONAL PROFILE

Your personal profile is a short paragraph of two or three sentences that
summarises your career, skills and ambitions. It’s the first information the
hiring manager will read, so make it as compelling as possible. Mention any
personal qualities that make you a stand-out employee, any key skills or
achievements, and explain why you’re applying for the role.


EDUCATION

The education section outlines your qualifications and academic achievements. If
you’re applying for a professional role with specific academic requirements,
it’s important to list your credentials here. You may also mention your highest
or most recent academic achievements, such as a degree or A-levels.


WORK EXPERIENCE

The work experience section is perhaps the most crucial section of a standard,
chronological CV. It lists your relevant work experience, and gives you the
chance to show how each role has given you and experience necessary for this new
job. For each previous employment, list your duties and achievements and make
sure they reflect the requirements laid out in the job description.


SKILLS AND TRAITS

Listing your skills and traits can be a good way of standing out from other
candidates. Employers might look at your skills for an indication of what you
can bring to the role, in addition to your work experience. You could list your
hard skills and soft skills, or skills specific to a particular job. Instead of
listing generic skills, make sure you refer to industry- or role-specific skills
that can provide a point of difference to other applicants.


LANGUAGES

Mentioning any foreign languages you speak is an optional element of your CV,
unless it’s a key requirement for the role. Including additional languages, even
when they’re not required, can help you to stand out in a crowded field of
applicants.


HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

Another optional element of your CV is the hobbies and interests section.
Mention anything that reflects your personality, or might make you a more
interesting and appealing candidate. It’s especially worth mentioning any
hobbies that directly relate to the role you’re applying for.


EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Extracurricular activities are volunteer roles or other regular commitments that
make you a better fit for a particular job. These could include mentoring junior
colleagues or volunteering at a local event or organisation.


COURSES

Besides your education, it might be worth mentioning any training courses you’ve
taken or certifications you’ve gained. These could include project management,
training on particular types of software or even first-aid training. Mentioning
anything that demonstrates your willingness to broaden your horizons and develop
your skills.


INTERNSHIPS

If you’re just starting out in your career, you might mention internships in
place of work experience, or to supplement this section. Only mention
internships relevant to the role you’re applying for, or where they show skills
and experience that you haven’t yet gained in full-time employment.


ACHIEVEMENTS

Adding a list of specific achievements is another way to stand out from other
candidates. Achievements and career milestones can be a useful indicator of your
skills and experience, and listing them could increase your chances of gaining
an interview.


REFERENCES

References are testimonials from previous employers that highlight your
qualities and affirm your character. Some job adverts might ask you to include
references on your CV, though this isn’t always the case. Make sure you ask
permission before adding any referees to your CV.


HOW DO YOU MAKE A GOOD CV?

A good CV is a concise summary of your professional achievements and skills. It
catches the attention of hiring managers and helps your chances of gaining a job
interview. The ideal CV uses simple yet professional language and demonstrates
the skills and experience mentioned in the job description. It also adopts a
clear structure and a readable format and design.

You can create your CV using word-processing software, but if you really want
your CV to make an impression, you could use a CV builder like CVwizard.com. Our
tools provide an easy step-by-step process for building your CV, with a range of
templates that offer clean, professional designs to help your CV stand out from
the crowd.


WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CV'S?

There are two main types of CV structure. Which CV structure you choose is
likely to depend on your experience and the job you’re applying for. You may
also consider an alternative CV structure if it provides a better showcase of
your skills. The different types of CV structure are:


CHRONOLOGICAL

The chronological CV, or traditional CV, is the most common type in the UK and
most English speaking countries. It emphasises your work history and
achievements, placing these in a prominent position directly below your contact
details and CV summary. Chronological CVs tend to list your employment in
reverse chronological order, starting with the current or most recent role. For
each employment, list your duties and achievements and demonstrate how they meet
the requirements of the role. Chronological CVs tend to be favoured for
professional roles, or positions that require senior, experienced candidates.


FUNCTIONAL

The functional CV is also known as the skills-based CV. Instead of emphasising
your work experience, a functional CV places your skills in a more prominent
position. This can be useful if you’re just starting out in your career, if you
don’t have much relevant work experience or for roles that demand a particular
skill set.


OTHER TYPES OF CV

These are some other types of CV you might consider using, depending on the
industry, the role, your experience and skills:

 * Europass CV: Europass is an initiative from the European Union to help people
   create their CV. The profile and CV builder tools use established formats and
   allow the use of 29 different languages, to make it easier to submit your CV
   for jobs across the EU.
 * ATS CV: ATS stands for ‘Applicant Tracking System’. These are automated or
   semi-automated software systems that sort CVs, scan the information and even
   rank CVs before recruiters review them. Creating an ATS-friendly CV means
   following standard rules for formatting, structure and design that make it
   more likely for your CV to be ranked highly by the software.
 * Video CV: A video CV can be a great way of introducing yourself and
   explaining why you’re a suitable candidate for a role. You might create a
   video CV for roles in sales, marketing, PR or creative industries. Video CVs
   often accompany a written document, providing a chance for your personality,
   professionalism and self-confidence to shine through.
 * Creative CV: Creative CVs offer an opportunity for you to showcase your
   professional skills. As such, they tend not to follow a traditional CV
   structure. They might incorporate elements of graphic design, video,
   animation or technology, to demonstrate why you’re suitable for a particular
   creative role.


TIPS FOR PREPARING A CV

Follow these tips for preparing a perfect CV for your job applications:


USE A CLEAN, CLEAR LAYOUT

Your CV should use a readable font and a clear, uncluttered structure and
format. Use bold headers, divide your CV into different sections and consider
using columns or boxes to present the document more clearly.


INCLUDE RELEVANT INFORMATION ONLY

Make sure you only mention information relevant to the job application. Where
possible, stick to including experience or skills that reflect the requirements
laid out in the job description.


USE CONCISE, PROFESSIONAL LANGUAGE

Keep your language as simple as possible, while maintaining a professional
writing style. Avoid using industry jargon or confusing acronyms.


KEEP IT SHORT

Generally speaking, the shorter your CV, the better. Keep it below two printed
sides of A4 in a clear, readable font. If you can fit your CV onto one side of
A4 while maintaining a clear structure, this is even better.


BE POSITIVE

Be upbeat about your experience and your previous or current duties. Avoid
making negative references to employers and be positive about the contribution
you made, without lying or exaggerating.


MAKE SURE IT’S UP-TO-DATE

Update your CV before sending it to any recruiter or hiring  manager. Sending a
CV that doesn’t reflect your current situation could be misleading, as well as
failing to accurately reflect the depth of your experience.


TAILOR YOUR CV TO EACH JOB APPLICATION

As you update your CV, make sure you also tailor its content for each
application. This means referencing the employer or the job title directly, and
using language and examples that mirror the requirements in the job description.


CHECK YOUR SPELLING AND GRAMMAR

It’s a minimum requirement to make sure your CV is free from errors in spelling
or grammar. Run the document through a spell-checker, or proofread the document
thoroughly before sending it.


AVOID EMPLOYMENT GAPS

It’s best to avoid any gaps in employment, or at least explain them, either in
your CV or your cover letter.


CHOOSE YOUR PHOTO CAREFULLY

It’s typically optional to add a photo to your CV, and it’s unlikely to affect
your chances of employment, unless requested in the job advert. Nevertheless, if
you decide to add a photo, make sure it’s a professional-looking headshot. Dress
in business attire and use a neutral background.


DON’T MENTION SALARY EXPECTATIONS

Your CV isn’t the right place to start referencing your salary expectations. You
should have the chance to discuss this during your interview.


CAN I USE CVWIZARD’S CV MAKER FOR FREE?

With CVwizard you can use both free and premium templates to design your CV. You
can start by using our free CV maker, and if you want to take advantage of our
premium templates and additional CV tools, payment is required. It’s easy to
sign up and CVwizard offers one simple, convenient price to unlock all its
features. Once you’re signed up you can create an unlimited number of CVs with
our CV creator. Access our premium features and start creating your perfect CV
today.

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