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Resume and cover letter tips

We have all the tips on everything from how to write a resume, how to write a cover letter, choosing the right referees, resume dos and don’ts, writing cover emails, making a showreel and much more. So get out there, start writing and make a great impression they will never forget!

Be sure to check out our resume templates and cover letter templates to help you write a winning CV and application letter.

How Boomers can get more bang out of their resume and cover letter

Don’t let your resume date you as a dinosaur! Gone are th...

What NOT to do on a resume

There are plenty of things you can do on your resume to guar...

Choosing the right referees

When you are putting a job application together, make sure y...

Writing a resume for an executive position

Not all jobs are created equal. An executive position demand...

Free resume template

This free resume template gives you guidelines on w

What NOT to do on a cover letter

There are plenty of things you can do on your cover letter t...

Cover emails: what you should know!

More and more, job applications are being sent to prospectiv...

Putting together your showreel

For jobs in digital media and the visual realm, like film, t...

How to write a KILLER resume

It seems simple enough: you've got your eye on a juicy job t...

Free cover letter template

This free cover letter template gives you guideline...