The Anatomy of a CV
To begin gathering my ideas for the creation of my CV, I wanted to familiarise with what exactly to include in my CV.
A CV, or curriculum vitae, should include the following information:
- Personal details: Your full name, contact information (phone number, email address), and address.
- Objective or personal statement: A brief statement outlining your career objectives, skills, and why you are the right fit for the job.
- Education: List your educational background starting with the most recent degree or qualification obtained. Include the degree or qualification, the institution's name, and the completion date.
- Work experience: Detail your work history in reverse chronological order, starting with your current or most recent job. Include the job title, the name of the company or organization, and the duration of your employment. Also, provide a brief description of your key responsibilities and achievements.
- Skills: List the skills that are relevant to the job you are applying for. These can include both technical skills (such as computer proficiency, software knowledge) and soft skills (such as communication, problem-solving).
- Certifications and training: Highlight any additional certifications, training courses, or workshops that are relevant to the job.
- Projects or achievements: If applicable, mention any significant projects or achievements that demonstrate your abilities and accomplishments.
- References: It is common to include references on your CV, but this can be optional. If including references, provide the names, job titles, contact information, and their relationship to you (e.g., former supervisor, professor).
Hard and Soft Skills
Hard skills in a CV refer to specific skills that are measurable and can be learned through education or training. These skills are usually job-specific and can be tested or proven. Some examples of hard skills include programming languages, accounting, project management, graphic design, data analysis, and foreign language proficiency.
Soft skills, on the other hand, are non-technical skills that are more difficult to measure and are often related to interpersonal skills and personal qualities. They are commonly referred to as transferable skills as they can be applied to various roles and industries. Some examples of soft skills to mention in a CV include communication, teamwork, problem-solving, leadership, time management, adaptability, critical thinking, and creativity.
Both hard skills and soft skills are important to include in a CV as they provide a comprehensive overview of an individual's abilities and qualifications.
What Skills are Relevant to the UX and UI Design industry?
I created a mind map, exploring critical skills for UX design which was pulled from a variety of web articles.