Graphics Make All the Difference

I know so many people looking for jobs lately. Like tons. After graduating with my BLA last year, I started looking for some as well, but found that my resume wasn't standing out from the crowd. Well, I talked with a good friend of mine, who was studying Graphic Design at the time, and we worked out an amazing resume that caught quite a bit of attention... until I decided to go to grad school. Sigh... So, here's a little inspiration to help yourself stand out from the rest of the applicants, businesses and a million other people in the world.

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I would just like to mention, that even the 'before' resume is a good example of a good resume... If you look closer, the resume is actually for a graphic designer. In that case, I would argue that the 'after' picture is a perfect fit for representing a graphic designer/creative mind.

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What if you have to submit a portfolio? You could upload it onto a CD and then print your name and some great resume information onto the front!

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I love the idea of a personalized stamp. Then you could use it on cards, letters, etc. SMART!

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Again with the CD thing. This would be perfect for wedding singers, artists with digital portfolios, any kind of person with portfolio work, really.

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Once again, create a resume that represents you and the job that you're applying for. If I were looking for a graphic designer, this lady would be at the top of my list!

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Create a whole package! Make it all with one graphic image in mind and keep it consistent. This is a major part of branding yourself.

I know, I know, some of them aren't business related, however they'd be soooo easy to adapt into a business/selling yourself purpose. Oh, that sounded dirty. Perhaps I should just stop while I'm ahead....

UPDATE: Check out my post on tips to get a killer resume!

DISCLAIMER: I do not own any of these pictures, other that this last one of How to Create a Killer Resume. They are ideas for new, creative ways to inspire you to get yourself out into the job market. There has been a ton of talk through Pinterest and other social media sites on this subject, and I have to say that 1) Design your resume with yourself in mind. It's called branding. If you're a graphic designer, then create a resume that communicates "Hey, I'm a fantastic graphic designer with my own aesthetics", if you're a lawyer, then choose a layout and typeface that communicates, "Hey, I'm a laywer, who knows how to kill 'em on the courtroom floor". 2) Not all resumes will be the same. Not all people are the same. Don't take these tips/ideas as gospel. Represent yourself through great graphics and take the time to make it look good.

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