How to Create an Interactive CV
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Tips for creating your interactive, professional resume
Make sure to showcase your personal branding through design
Take advantage of the many features
Hyperlinks are your best friend
As we all know, first impressions always count, especially if we're talking about job interviews. Making sure your CV is memorable and unique can increase your chances of landing that dream job of yours. Therefore, creating an interactive resume is a key strategy for impressing your future employers and standing out from the crowd.
Here are some tips on how to create an interactive CV that will amaze everyone!
How to Create an Interactive CV - Job interview
What are interactive resumes?
Interactive resumes are curriculum vitaes (CVs) that don't follow the traditional paper-based document format. Although the content in interactive CVs can be the same, the way they are presented is much more engaging. It makes it possible for readers to interact with features, such as links, videos and sounds… the sky's the limit! This type of CV is creative, fun, entertaining, and made to showcase your skills in a completely unique way.
Advantages of Interactive CVs
An advantage of interactive CVs is the fact that it's digital. If it’s saved in the cloud, for example, all edits you make will be updated automatically. That means, if you’ve already sent out your CV but made a mistake or forgot to add something, you can edit it and the change will be visible to anyone you’ve shared the link with. This is also possible if you decide to create your interactive CV with Paperturn’s software, as we have an overwrite feature that makes this whole process much easier!
As mentioned above, having a distinctive and creative CV can increase your chances of getting the job, when facing competition in the job market, or if you want to impress your potential employer and grab their attention.
Interactive CVs are also a great option for those looking for a job in the fields of technology, marketing, and design, and don’t have much experience. This format allows candidates to point out and showcase their skills and what they are capable of, despite the lack of work history.
Tips for creating your interactive, professional resume
How to Create an Interactive CV - Take notes of tips and tricks
Make sure to showcase your personal branding through design
Design your interactive CV in a way that showcases who you are. Play with colors and fonts, and build something recognizable that complements your style as a professional.
2. Take advantage of the many features!
Whenever you are creating your digital resume, don’t neglect the interactive features. However, remember not to overdo it and keep it aligned with the job you're aiming to secure. For example, if you are a designer, including your portfolio could be a good idea; or if you are a videographer, showcase your work by adding a video, or maybe adding a link to it.
…and seeing as we mentioned hyperlinks…
3. Hyperlinks are your best friend!
For example, if you have coordinated a very cool project and you have a lot (or maybe, too much) to say about it, an idea could be to sum it up in your interactive resume and create a hyperlink to another page that is all about the project. That way you can still include all your achievements and competencies while keeping your resume clean and simple.
4. Just be creative
How to Create an Interactive CV - Flipbook made into a CV
There are many ways to create an interactive CV. You can build a website on WordPress for example, use a template, create it online, or even use a digital flipbook software… Whatever method you choose, make sure it is original and creative.
Now that you know what an interactive resume is, and you have all the tips and tricks to make one yourself… Did we convince you to try it out and see all the wonders and benefits that creative CVs can bring to your professional life? We sure hope so!
Pro Tip:
A very simple and easy option is to create your own interactive CV with Paperturn’s software! You can upload your CV as a PDF file. Once that’s done - let us do the magic by transforming it into a live flipbook, to which you can then add pictures, videos, links, music. Yes, it’s that simple! Take advantage of the free 14-day trial!
It’s time to share your new, modern interactive resume with the world!
