A CV

Learn how to write a curriculum vitae, often called a CV in the UK or résumé in American English. 

Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.

Preparation

Reading text

Maria Jones

Digital Marketing Specialist

Profile

I have five years' experience in various digital marketing roles. I have a proven ability to create successful marketing campaigns in line with brand identity and values. I am a strong collaborator with outstanding communication skills, and have comprehensive experience of using my specialist knowledge and expertise in analytics for a wide variety of marketing initiatives.

Employment History

June 2017 – present
Digital Marketing Specialist for Zinco, a global insurance start-up

  • My role involves working to tight deadlines to design, create and launch marketing campaigns via social media.
  • I have developed advanced knowledge of a range of social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
  • I specialise in driving successful campaigns and excel in analysing their impact.
  • I have experience launching digital billboards in places such as train stations and shopping centres.  

Sept 2016 – June 2017
Creative break from employment to travel and blog

  • I travelled through 12 countries, met several professional bloggers and started my own travel blog.
  • I built up a community of followers and started to monetise my blog through sponsored posts.

May 2014 – Aug 2016
Digital Marketing Assistant, Krunch Ltd

  • Responsibility for overall social media strategy and regular posting on key channels.
  • I played a key role in numerous campaigns to boost engagement with our brand.
  • I also supported three product launches.

Education

2014 Diploma in Digital Marketing, Leeds Beckett University, UK
2012 A-levels (Psychology, English, Art & Design), Leeds City College, UK

Skills and Interests

Competent WordPress developer
Skilled in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator
Advanced Spanish (C1)
Intermediate German (B1)
Photography
Travel

References

Available on request

Tips

  1. Start with a short profile to show who you are and what you offer.
  2. List your employment history, starting with the present.
  3. Explain any gaps, for example time spent travelling or having children.
  4. Use bullet points for your main responsibilities and experience in each role. Choose the aspects of your previous jobs that are most relevant to the new job you are applying for.
  5. Then give your educational background. List the relevant qualifications that you have, starting with the most recent. Include the title of your qualification, where you studied and the date you successfully completed it.
  6. Consider putting Education above Employment if you don't have a lot of work experience yet. 
  7. List other experience or interests you may have if they are relevant to the job.
  8. If you have someone who could support your application, add their contact details or say References available on request at the end.

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Submitted by MASHIEL on Sat, 29/08/2026 - 01:15

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Have you got a CV? Do you have any tips to share?

If I have a résumé. Here are some tips.

You should keep it to a maximum of two pages, use PDF format, and tailor the information to each job opening.

Submitted by Nataly25 on Wed, 26/08/2026 - 16:43

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NATALY RAMON VARGAS

Human Talent Coordinator

Profile

I am a Business Administration student in my final semester at Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, with five years of professional experience in administrative and human talent roles. I have three years of experience as a Human Talent Coordinator, managing a cost centre and supporting different organisational processes. I also have two years of experience as an Administrative Assistant.

I have a proven ability to organise administrative processes, manage information and work effectively as part of a team. I am a strong collaborator with good communication, leadership and organisational skills. I am responsible, committed and motivated to contribute to the achievement of organisational goals.

Employment History

April 2023 – present
Human Talent Coordinator, PROAAD-SALUD

  • My role involves coordinating and supporting different human talent processes.
  • I am responsible for managing a cost centre and monitoring administrative activities.
  • I support human resources processes and documentation.
  • I work closely with employees and management to ensure that processes are completed efficiently.
  • I have developed specialist knowledge of human talent management and administrative processes.
  • I have strengthened my communication, leadership and organisational skills.

August 2021 – March 2023
Administrative Assistant, PROAAD-SALUD

  • I was responsible for supporting administrative processes.
  • I organised and managed documents and administrative information.
  • I provided administrative support to different areas of the organisation.
  • I worked as part of a team to complete daily administrative tasks.
  • I developed my knowledge and expertise in administrative procedures and customer service.

Education

2026 – expected graduation April 2027
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration – Final semester
Fundación Universitaria del Área Andina, Colombia

2018
Technologist in Business Management
SENA, Garzón, Huila, Colombia

Skills and Interests

  • Human talent management
  • Administrative management
  • Cost centre management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Good communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Organisation and time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer service

References

Available on request.

Submitted by wadbarkat on Tue, 24/02/2026 - 19:03

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Hello wadbarkat

Thank you for this suggestion. I will add it to our list of possible future improvements.

Best wishes
Kirk
LearnEnglish team

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Submitted by Gustov on Tue, 10/02/2026 - 12:49

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Of course, having a CV is essential when applying for job positions. I don’t have many additional tips, as the ones already mentioned on this page are very useful. However, if you are applying for academic positions, including publications and poster presentations can significantly strengthen your profile and make you a more competitive candidate.

Submitted by melismes on Wed, 17/12/2025 - 06:49

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I always have an update cv in case of any opportunities. I mention about my education,skills and my expertises about my previous works. I add my referances and of my cv.

Submitted by BryanMendezR. on Tue, 12/08/2025 - 17:04

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On my CV, always I put enter my personal details, familiar references and skills most important in my whole life 

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Submitted by Kamsotse on Wed, 06/08/2025 - 13:20

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I have a CV. I have no particular tip to share. I am just surprised how short the one in example is, mine take 7 pages.

Submitted by Toan3002 on Sat, 10/05/2025 - 14:56

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Nowadays, it is necessary to have a CV for any job. And of course, I also have a CV for applying for a job that I worked on the day before. Honestly, I do not have any tips for preparing a CV; however, I can give you several tips. First, you can choose a suitable frame or colour for your job. Second, you need to introduce personal experience about your job or qualifications. Next, you should write a CV in brief that provides important information relevant to the job. Finally, finish a CV.

Can you check my mistakes, please? Thank you so much.

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Submitted by Georgina Munaku on Tue, 18/02/2025 - 16:12

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Great advice on writing a CV. Helps to know useful information required when filling in an application form. I will definitely use this format in my CV.