Design Resume

Design resumes are appropriate where the resume showcases a skill that is relevant to a position for such majors as art, interior design, landscape architect, packing design, among others.
Have a resume formatted for a standard 8.5x11 sheet of paper, but keep the format adaptable, as you may need to design a separate version just for your portfolio.
Your resume should complement your portfolio.
Let your resume's content drive your design, not the other way around.
Keep your resume to one page and include white/negative space to ensure that your resume is fast and easy to read. Try holding up your resume and looking at it as an image to gain an overall impression.
Pictures of yourself., your age/birth date, and your hobbies are typically left off of your resume. You should list skills and avoid giving yourself a ranking/rating on them.
Using color sparingly on your resume is okay, but remember to test print it on black and white in case the employer does so.
Any design on your resume should be your own work and not that of someone else. It's okay to create and use your own logo.
Include a link to your professional website or LinkedIn to show examples of your work.
Have a one-page teaser sheet of your work (2-4 selections) available in addition to your resume to share at career fairs. You can bring your entire portfolion if attending the design expo.
If your work is electronic, it's okay to ask employers if you can use your phone or tablet to show examples of your work at career fairs or during interviews.
Have two versions of your resume: a design-based resume, and a more traditional business resume. Research the company beforehand to know which you should use.
Include your skills such as drawing, sketching, and rendering, as well as software that you know how to use on your resume.
Show examples of your process from beginning to end, including only your best work.
Keep explanations in your portfolio brief and concise.
Have a version of your portfolio where your resume is included as a page within in.
Research the style and projects of the firms/companies you are applying to and adjust your portfolio accordingly.
Include group projects in your resume and portfolio while being honest and upfront about your specific contributions.
Spell check your materials for errors and typos, especially if you are using a program that does not automatically check spelling.