Tips for Getting Your CV Noticed

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Tips for Getting Your CV Noticed

Here are some tips on how to get your CV noticed in a crowded job market.

Consider a Combination CV
If you are looking for an academia position - consider a combination CV which includes a summary, job descriptions and accomplishments like a regular resume, along with all the additional information (such as presentations, publications, education, membership, certifications) in traditional CV's.

This is a much more powerful presentation which will allow you to show how you add value and will stand out from the crowd.
Robin Schlinger, RobinResumes.com, CARW, CFRW, CPRW

Target Your CV to Your Audience
While the CV isn't a resume, it still should be carefully targeted and organized to best represent you in the light of your audience. First step here is, of course, careful study of the opening description.

Second, find out who will be making the final candidate decision, and learn as much background information on each of these people as possible. That probably means networking your way to future peers, and finding out, if possible, what got them there. Be sure to ask questions about the culture; it'll give you clues in how to present your CV.

Arrange the CV contents and organize your facts in accordance with what you've learned. For example, if a new post at a major university places particular emphasis on publishing, highlight your credits early, and include a bibliography listing of articles from most recent to oldest.

Source: https://www.thebalance.com/how-to-write-a-curriculum-vitae-cv-2058494