Anatomy of a CV
Avoid CV "wizards" and online templates
The order/structure of a CV is flexible
Don't title my CV with "Curriculum Vitae" - old fashioned and a CV is recognisable in itself without this heading/title
What to include:
Name
Address
Contact number (phone), email, website address/URL of online portfolio
Social media sites/tumblr?
Be relevant to the job I am applying for
• PROFILE
3/4 lines long
Keep it short, like a summary
All about me - personal insight
Keep it written in 3rd person
Mention skills
Where would I like to be in 2 years?
Strengths/interests
"A young creative professional"
• QUALIFICATIONS
Short, clear and consise
-Current degree program
-Previous degree program (Falmouth)
-Foundation Diploma
-A / AS Levels
-GCSE's
• CONTENT: EMPLOYMENT / EXPERIENCE
Only what is relevant to what I am applying for
-Digital editing software skills?
-Training courses
-Exhibitions
-Commissions
-Live briefs (responsive)
-Colours May Vary
-Zines
-Personal Projects
• ADDITIONAL INFO:
Creative achievements
Scholarships
Awards
• REFERENCES
"Available upon request"
• DO NOT INCLUDE
Passport Photo
"Curriculum Vitae"
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I thought it would be useful to go back and have a look at my current CV and the personal statement I submitted as part of my application to this LCA Illustration course. Having had many years in various jobs, I have some experience of writing a professional CV, however a "creative CV" seems like a different ballpark altogether!
My current updated professional CV:
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Creative CV (the basics)
Moving Forward:
- Narrow down my information
- Be concise
- Think of format, layout and delivery
- Creative presence - how best to promote myself and area of specialism / practice?
Research into format and layout for:
- Business cards,
- Letter head,
- Interactive, papercut/fold Creative CV
- Website
- Promo pack etc
- Website