A clear, practical walkthrough of structuring a creative CV that gets noticed, from layout to language.
Your CV is often the first impression a hiring manager has of you. For creative roles, it needs to balance clarity with personality.
Start with a clean, single-column layout. Avoid overdesigned templates that distract from your content. Use a legible typeface, consistent spacing, and clear section headings.
Open with a short summary: two or three lines that describe who you are, what you do, and what you're looking for. Keep it specific rather than generic.
List your experience in reverse chronological order. For each role, include the job title, company, dates, and two or three bullet points describing what you actually did. Focus on outcomes rather than duties.
Include a dedicated skills section. Group your skills logically: software, technical, and soft skills. Be honest about your proficiency level.
Finally, add a link to your portfolio. For creative roles, your portfolio matters more than your CV, so make it easy to find.
Key Takeaways
- Keep your CV to one page with a clean, legible layout.
- Lead with a specific summary and focus on outcomes, not duties.
- Always include a direct link to your portfolio.
- Proofread thoroughly and ask someone else to review it before sending.
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