Writing a CV or Resume
A well-written, well-produced, appropriate Cv
)British English) or resume (American English) is vital for getting you to the
interview stage for a job. Use the examples and advice here to help you. On
page WT32 you will find an example of a good covering (cover) letter.
Tips
* Adapt
your CV/resume so that it is appropriate for the job you are applying for.
* Keep
your CV short – no more than 2 pages if possible
* Present
yourself positively and accurately.
* Make
your CV attractive and easy to read: use capitals, bold type, spacing and
underlining.
* Choose
a typeface such as Times New Roman, Arial or Verdana. Use at least 10 pt.
British Style CV (Curriculum vitae) – new
graduate
Name Pamela
Janet Mason
Address 29
Greenlands Avenue, London, SW3 6RF
Telephone 01924786512 Mobile 0779238182
e-mail pam_mason@scapenet.com
Objective To find a role in a film or TV
production company that will enable me to acquire and develop the skills
required for a career in film or television.
Profile: An outgoing and articulate graduate
with work experience in both television and teaching
Education and Qualifications
2009 - MA
in Media Studies. Bristol University, Expected 2010
2005-2009 BA
in Media Studies with French (2:1) Bristol University
1997-2004 Beacon
School, London
3
A Levels: Drama (A); French (A); German (B)
5
As Levels 9GCSEs
Work Experience
October 2007 – June 2008: Language assistant
in secondary school in France. Taught English to large classes and small
groups. Ran a film club and a holiday dance and drama club. Assisted with school
drama products.
September 2004-August 2005: Production
assistant at Oordman and Associates Filmmaker, London N16. Performed office and
on-set duties.
June - September 2004: Tutor for Jacaranda
Drama Workshops. Led groups of teenagers of different backgrounds in advance and
drama activities.
July – August 2003: Host at Adventure camping
holiday campsite in France. Led the children’s club for 4-10 year old and
performed various practical duties on the campsite.
Skills
Languages: French – near native-speaker
fluency (CEFC1); German (B2)
Good keyboard skills. Familiarity with word,
excel and film editing packages
Clean driving licence
Interest
Drama, both acting and directing; singing
(was member of university choral society). Regular volunteer at a local centre
for the homeless.
References – Attached
Personal information. You can omit the
labels. There is no need to mention your age, gender, nationality, race,
religion or marital status. Don’t send a photo unless you are asked to.
Profile and objective. Some people do not
include these, but they do give an employer an idea of who you are.
Education. Put the most recent first. Add
prizes ad awards. Omit primary school. Try to give British equivalents of your
qualifications.
Work experience. Put this in reverse order.
Experienced candidates: put this before Education and write more about your most
recent post.
Skills. Your practical abilities.
Include exams passed. Write more here if you
are experienced.
Interestes. Keep this short. Include a sport,
a creatie and a community activity, if you can. Avoid vague subjects such as
reading or travel.
References. Give the names, titles, and
address when you send your CV, either here or on a separate page.
