Resumes are a written representation of who you are and what skills you have to offer an employer. There are different formats and lots of do's and don'ts that will help you create a dynamic resume.
Standard Resume Format:
| Standard Font Size: |
12 pt (no less than 11pt) |
| Standard Font Type: |
Traditional: Times New Roman
Contemporary: Verdana
Scanable: Arial |
| Section Headings: |
Paper: Bold
Scanable: ALL CAPITALS |
| Page Margins: |
One Inch |
| Paper: |
White with black ink.
Use 8.5x11 paper (weight of 24 to 28 pounds).
Print on a quality printer.
Mail or deliver flat using a 9x12 envelope. (Do not staple in case it might be scanned).
Every resume should be an original (do not send photo copies). |