Visual CV

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This article is about "VisualCV", Inc., the online resumé service, geared to students and recent graduates.

The Internet has changed the way people search for jobs. A paper resume is no longer enough to make an impression to prospective employers. An online resume is the tool of the trade for recent graduates to network, showcase work experience, and manage their career choices.

Description

"VisualCV", Inc., stands for Visual Curriculum Vitae or resume and is owned by Talent Technology. It is a free online resume service that allows students to present their work experience safetly in a digital portfolio and share it with their peers and future employers. Students can market their qualifications and build a professional image by incorporating class projects, writing examples, images, videos, charts, graphs, and letters of recommendations.

Building Steps

  1. Create. Information on text sections should include small bio, contact, work history, and education. To stand out from the crowd, a VisualCV should have multimedia-rich content, including images or video clips that showcase the student's portfolio.
  2. Share resume. Students can look over the 700 companies listed on the VisualCv site to find a prospect match to apply for a job and send their VisualCV.
  3. Manage. VisualCV is easy to update so students who get a job can add new skills and keep their resume current and relevant.


Resumé Styles

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References

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