An effectively written resume is essential because it is a hiring manager's first opportunity to assess your writing, editing and design skills.

	RESPONDING TO JOB POSTINGS 1. Read through the posted job opportunities. Jot down the job codes of the positions that match your background, skill set and career goals. 2. Review and proofread your resume. Make sure that it clearly and accurately reflects your skills and experience, as well as the requirements of the jobs you are applying for. 3. E-mail your resume and cover letter as an RTF or Microsoft Word document. Within the subject header of your e-mail, reference the job codes of interest to you. Your resume will be carefully read by each of our placement specialists. You may not hear from us immediately. Our goal is to create lasting, quality placements, and that can take time. Don't hesitate to update your resume periodically, highlighting new skills and professional experience.			WRITING YOUR RESUME Layout Hiring managers read through stacks of resumes, spending only seconds with each. Avoid being overly creative with the formatting of your resume, and maintain a consistent, clear visual hierarchy throughout. Be precise and concise Include the nature of your projects and your role in their development, specifying the platform, languages, tools and environmental factors involved. Include key words and phrases that highlight your experience. Use multiple pages if you must, but refrain from being redundant or verbose. Dates are vital If you have taken time off to travel or attend school, ensure that you account for the breaks in your employment. Personal Interests & Information Areas of expertise or in-depth knowledge of a particular subject matter, even non-technical, can be useful to our placement team. Be brief and keep in mind you will be judged primarily on your professional achievements. Refrain from discussing your marital status, age, and so forth. Cover Letters Cover letters can help us get a better sense of you, your availability and your career goals. However, they are seldom read by our clients' hiring managers. Sample Resumes We've provided examples of resumes (both Adobe .pdf files) that have kept two of our best technical writers in demand and working. Programmer/Writer Sr. Technical Writer
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