A sophisticated and effective 100 point resume score and screener
Resume Structure and Formatting
- Use distinct headings for each section.
- Utilize larger font sizes for section titles.
- Maintain a consistent style across all headings.
- Select one or two font types for the entire resume.
- Keep font sizes uniform for body text and headings.
- Avoid mixing different font styles to maintain professionalism.
- Condense information where possible for brevity.
- Focus on relevant experience to fit within the page limit.
- Use concise language to convey information efficiently.
- Leave margins around all sides of the document.
- Use line spacing to avoid cluttered text.
- Ensure sections are spaced out for easy navigation.
- Start each bullet point with a strong action verb.
- Limit bullet points to one or two lines each.
- Organize information in a logical order for clarity.
- Choose a font that is easy to read and widely accepted.
- Stick to sans-serif or serif fonts depending on preference.
- Avoid decorative or unusual fonts that distract from content.
- Align all body text to the left for uniformity.
- Center-align headings for a polished look.
- Ensure all elements are aligned to avoid disarray.
- Apply bold to section titles or key achievements.
- Use italics for job titles or degrees, if necessary.
- Limit emphasis to maintain a clean appearance.
- Set margins to one inch on all sides.
- Check alignment of text within the margins.
- Adjust if necessary to maintain a professional layout.
- Use horizontal lines to separate major sections.
- Ensure dividers match the overall style of the resume.
- Keep dividers subtle to maintain professionalism.
- Limit color usage to two or three complementary colors.
- Use colors for headings or accents, not body text.
- Ensure colors are easy on the eyes and professional.
- Place page numbers in the footer or header.
- Use a simple format like 'Page 1 of 2'.
- Ensure page numbers are small and unobtrusive.
- List name, phone number, and email at the beginning.
- Use a larger font for your name for emphasis.
- Consider including a LinkedIn profile link if relevant.
- Hyperlink email addresses for quick contact.
- Include LinkedIn or portfolio links as clickable.
- Ensure hyperlinks are functional before sending the resume.
- Use the same amount of space between sections.
- Ensure bullet points have uniform spacing.
- Review spacing to ensure balance throughout the document.
- Perform a spell check on the entire document.
- Manually review for formatting mistakes.
- Consider having someone else review for fresh eyes.
Contact Information
Professional Summary or Objective
Technical Skills
- Identify languages pertinent to your expertise.
- Include both widely used and niche frameworks.
- Prioritize languages relevant to the job description.
- Use bullet points for clarity and ease of reading.
- Mention version control systems like Git.
- List IDEs and text editors you are proficient in.
- Include any relevant databases and cloud services.
- Highlight tools specific to your role or industry.
- Include relevant certifications from recognized institutions.
- List licenses that validate your technical skills.
- Provide dates of certification acquisition.
- Mention ongoing education or professional development.
- Create distinct sections for each skill category.
- Use headers to differentiate between categories.
- Ensure logical grouping for easy navigation.
- Maintain consistent formatting for each category.
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