CV Writing Tips

Your CV is an employer's first impression of you and it must leave a favorable and lasting impact. A successful CV is one that will appear in the most searches and generate the most interviews.

The CV Builder will guide you through the CV building process step-by-step providing you with tips and examples along the way. We have also provided you with a list of action verbs that we recommend you refer to and use to ensure the strongest, most concise delivery.

Target Job Title

Here is where you define who you are in relation to skills and experience. This is a critical part of your CV as it is the first section a potential employer reads and it should portray you in the most relevant and professional light.

Examples:

·         Marketing Manager

·         Senior Corporate Tax Accountant

·         Advertising Executive

·         Financial Analyst

·         Pediatric Nurse

·         Sales Representative

·         Concierge

Tips:

·         Include words that highlight your skills and area of expertise

·         Include keywords of the actual position you are seeking

Objective

Your Career Objective is a brief and focused statement of what you can do and what you are looking for. As your Career Objective is featured prominently on your CV, employers will look here first before proceeding onto the rest of your CV.

Examples:

·         Seeking new challenges in (occupation) which effectively utilizes (professional experience).

·         Looking to join a progressive organization that has the need for (a type of occupation) and offers opportunities for advancement.

·         To gain first hand (type of experience), using my analytical skills and commitment to perform quality work.

·         To obtain a position in a (type of target company) using my administrative and programming skills.

·         To secure an internship with a (type of organization) specializing in (area of expertise)

·         (Title) with (background) and a passion for (type) pursuing a career with (target company). Skilled at building strong team environments and developing open communications.

Tips:

·         Describe the job you are seeking. You can include your experience and skill level.

·         Be focused - vague objectives are less likely to attract an employer.

·         Emphasize what you can bring to your prospective employer.

·         The Objective should be one sentence - two sentences if needed, but not longer.