Creating Your CV
The most important thing to remember about your CV is that it is an advert for you! The objective of a CV is to give an overview that will grab a prospective employer's attention enough to secure you an interview: you do not need to give every detail of your career history. A generic or 'one-fits-all' CV is not always a good idea. Tailor your CV to emphasise the skills and experience relevant to the job for which you are applying.
As a general rule, your CV should be no more than 3 pages long, with your contact details and personal profile on the first page. Ideally you should then detail your employment history, followed by your education and skills. This enables prospective employers to find the information they need quickly and easily, and gives them a good idea of your professional background.
