A well written resume is the key to obtaining an interview.  You can be the most qualified person for a position, but if your resume is not written well, the employer will skip right over it.  As a designer, use your resume to show the employer your understanding of design and presentation.  Present your information in an organized, precise manner that will catch an employer’s attention. 

An employer looking to hire can be inundated with applications.  Your application should catch an employer’s eye at first glance.  Surviving the initial screening process may be the hardest stage in applying for a job.  Once past the initial screening process, your resume will receive serious consideration and you may be called for an interview.

Think of your resume as an advertisement of what you have to offer.   Ask yourself what would you look for if you were the employer.  Highlight these items in your resume.  Often, you’ll need to customize your resume for a particular job.  Analyse the employer’s needs and present your resume as a solution to their vacancy.