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Length

• Less is better for resume length. Usually one-page resumes work well for recent graduates. If your one-page resume looks too compact, identify and delete irrelevant information. However, if everything is relevant, expand the material to two pages to make your resume visually appealing.
• Place the most vital information on the top of the first page; use the second page for facts that are important but not essential to your resume.
• Length is less critical in the case of an electronic resume or CV.

Printing

• Print your resume on only one side of the paper. Your resume will look less professional and will not photocopy well if printed on both sides.
• Print only five to ten resumes at a time, as addresses and information change rapidly.

Paper Quality

• Use high quality bond paper of at least 20 pound weight. Office supply/paper stores typically offer paper labeled "Resume Paper".
• Select paper, color, and design based on your audience. Many employers tend to be conservative when it comes to resumes, so white, off-white, ivory, light tan, or light gray are your most appropriate color choices. Always test your paper by photocopying to see that it reproduces clearly.

The Design

Use bold type and italics to highlight important information (name, degree, and positions).

• For most jobs, too much creativity or design embellishments will work against you. 
• Usually one font is plenty for a resume. You can add focus by simply changing the type style (e.g. bold or italics) or capitalizing words. Remember the goal is to create a document which stands out in the stack because it is well designed, consistently formatted, clear, clean, and easy to read.
• Let the reader focus on the content by allowing absolutely no typographical errors. Make one spelling error and your resume could end up in the trash.

Tips for Creative and Visual Arts Resumes

Your resume reflects your visual design skills.

• Create a clean, well-designed layout – attention to detail reflects your skills with design execution.
• Carefully choose typeface to reflect your artistic style.
• If you include images, logos, etc., choose carefully to be representative rather than limiting.
• If you are going to be clever or innovative, do it well.