CE - Resume Template Challenge

[The_Big_K]

Hi Sristi !

Well, let me answer your query. Your extracurricular activities do make an impression and it makes sense to include them in your resume. But our challenge is to make best use of the space available on a single page to 'fit' everything.

It breaks my heart when I see 4 page resume with lot of space 'wasted'. Can we come up with a template which has space for academic achievements, extracurricular activities, projects(/work ex.), contact address etc. Now one may ask what's wrong if we use two pages. Well nothing wrong, but why not try to get it in a single page? I hope I'm making sense here

So I hope, people join in for this challenge and come up with a template that is 1-page and cover-it-all type. Say what? Interesting?

-The Big K-

[The_Big_K]

Hi CEans! I'm including a template which I had used - Your comments & feedback are welcome.

Note: Replace dots with spaces

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++
Name..............................................Ph:123456789
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Home address (continued in same line)...............email: abc@xyz.com

Objective:

(column 1)................................................ .(column 2)
Academic Achievements.........................Extracurricul ar Activities
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Project Details/Work Experience
1.
2.

Closing Line (if any)

Signature
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++

I could fit everything in a single A4 size paper. Rush in your ideas please.

-The Big K-

[rick]

hey, good biggie! I liked that template. My only trouble is to fit the address in one line.

Nice use of space though.

[sristi]

good template biggie

[integratdbrains]

NAME (12)**********************A block of Address(n,12)
Email id********************************************
Mobile,Residence:********************************* ***
Career Objective:
************************************************** *
Educational Qualifications:(preferably a table wherein one get a good idea just at a glance!Remember to start with the latest qualification )
************************************************** **
Work experience:
(same as above remember to start with the latest or current job)
*************************************************
Achievements:
Blow your trumpet!
**************************************************
Academic Project :
(freshers Essential)
**************************************************
Extra curricular:
Again a chance to blow your trumpet.
*************************************************
Personal details:
*********************************************
References:
**********************************************

************************************Signature


numbers indicate fontsize;n-normal.

[The_Big_K]

Namrata's template is good . 'References' is a must if applicable. Thanks for reminding .

However, I've following questions-

1. What would one write under 'Personal Details' ? Is it necessary?
2. Achievements & Extracurricular activities can be clubbed?
3. Lot of space on the right hand side of the document will be wasted. I guess having two columns is a better idea. Let me know what you think.

-The Big K-

[crook]

integratdbrain's template is good and I agree with biggie's points. the best way is to combine template 1 and 2 to form a third template.

this is interesting !

[integratdbrains]

Big k here is my view..
1.Personal details need not be big para it can include ur full name languages known ,DOB,etc etc.
2 Achivements are different from extra curricular activities.achivements can include accolades or prizes bagged.whereas extra curricular activities can include your participation in clutural programs or other activities in college.however one can club the two.
3.I think no space gets wasted as long as it gives a look of neat representation.a little black with lot of white is a perfect combo!And if one includes a table for the education qualification then it will look a bit wierd what do u think? and the first question at the interview can be did u have paper shortage?

[The_Big_K]

Originally Posted by integratdbrains

1.Personal details need not be big para it can include ur full name languages known ,DOB,etc etc.

I agree. However, why would one include his/her full name in the penultimate section? Why repeat your name when it is already mentioned at the top? One can debate if 'languages known' should be a part of your resume. Why would your DOB be important to the interviewer?

Originally Posted by integratdbrains

2 Achivements are different from extra curricular activities.achivements can include accolades or prizes bagged.whereas extra curricular activities can include your participation in clutural programs or other activities in college.however one can club the two.

Yes, I think clubbing the two will do.

Originally Posted by integratdbrains

3.I think no space gets wasted as long as it gives a look of neat representation.a little black with lot of white is a perfect combo!And if one includes a table for the education qualification then it will look a bit wierd what do u think?

I guess we can do away with the idea of table. But I really love the idea of using two columns with bullets to separate your academic achievements. It shouldn't look weird, say what?

Originally Posted by integratdbrains

and the first question at the interview can be did u have paper shortage?

Muwahahah If such a question comes your way, you got a huge opportunity to impress the interviewer! See it that way.
You can always say-
1. Sir/Madam, I took it as a challenge to fit my bio-data in one page without making it look clumsy.
2. Sir/Madam, although the paper is plenty, I think its ridiculous to use extra pages for something that needs only 1 paper.
... and think your own answer to make an impression !

-The Big K-

[integratdbrains]

ok ur talking about havin two columns under one title.. that will look even better.its not important to include dob but i think ur hobbies and all can get a space in this section.. big k cool it i haven't said that it has to be there,but guys and gals wiling to put their personal info can put it here.and ur smartness what can i say about that?? i have no doubts!how was the match last night!! cool... i loved it!:eek: