CV writing tips
A Handy Resource

Here are some handy CV writing tips, mainly just for the in-experienced and graduates looking to get into the creative industries.

  • Research who you are sending it to - It sounds crazy to say but don't blanket send out your CV without first understanding the business you are approaching...and never CC all the companies you are applying to into one email. (Sounds like common sense but you would be surprised.)
  • No more than two pages - simple, clear, concise, direct, targeted text and/or design. If you want to send images it is easy for us to quickly scan through more pages in emailed PDF format.
  • Put your best work up front - Don't send us your 100 meter swimming certificates...congratulations by the way...not a life story, just the things that are most applicable to our business.
  • Include a covering letter/email - Often more can be gathered about a person from the way they compose a letter than a formulated CV so although it's important to break down your experience, make sure you write a little introduction which tells us why we should take notice.
  • Think outside the box (sorry for the cliché) - We are a creative agency and respond well to good ideas. Your CV may not need it so don't feel pressured but feel free to add some personality and style if that is you. Once there was an animation graduate who when applying to his chosen animation company in London, produced a detailed storyboard of a character called Super Runner who made incredible cups of tea and coffee at super human speed. Nice idea for his chosen route right? Ideas, professionalism, personality, talent and a humble attitude.
  • Don't get upset if we don't reply but feel free to re-submit at a later date and as and when it is updated with new work - We are not big enough to employ a full time HR person to reply to all CV's so as such, and with all respect, we have decided not to respond unless a specific job role arises (or if it is just too good not to), in which case a response or call to interview will be mailed out. That said, we are always looking to expand our list of suppliers and welcome your CV's.
  • Send a link - Clicking on a web link is the fastest way to gain a quick first impression. If possible create a simple website for yourself, or even a MySpace. Web links are easy to follow and are always viewed.

NOTE: Every good CV is looked through, catagorised and filed.