Tick off what you have done!

Do your research

• Have you identified the skills and qualities needed for the job?
• Have you looked at the employer's website?

Seek Feedback

• Have you obtained advice from friends, tutors, people in the industry?
• If an employer rejected your application, did you ask for feedback?

Create Visual impact

• Do the design elements help your strengths stand out without being distracting?
• Is your CV attention grabbing? Would it stand out from a pile of applications?
• Does the look of the CV show your style and creative abilities?

Target the job

• Have you provided evidence that you have the skills and qualities needed for the position?
• Are you being honest? Can all statements be backed up?
• Is it concise? Have you only selected information that is relevant to the position?
• Does the order of the sections help your best selling points to stand out?

Look professional

• Is your design consistent in terms of alignment, spacing, etc.?
• Does it photocopy well? Is it emailable?
• Is the style and language appropriate for the employer / industry?