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Creating your first resume

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Creating your first resume

Creating your first resume with Revamaze is quick and straightforward. Our intuitive builder guides you through each step, making it easy to craft a professional resume even if you're starting from scratch.

Step 1: Choose your template

Start by selecting a template that matches your style and industry. Revamaze offers a variety of professionally designed templates:

  • Modern templates with clean, contemporary styling
  • Professional templates that work well in traditional industries
  • Creative templates for design and creative fields
  • Simple templates that focus on content with minimal design

Choose a template that's appropriate for your industry. Conservative fields like finance or healthcare typically prefer traditional layouts, while creative fields allow for more design expression.

Step 2: Add your personal information

Enter your basic contact details:

  • Full name
  • Professional title
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Location (city, state)
  • Professional links (LinkedIn, portfolio)

Step 3: Detail your work experience

Document your work history in reverse chronological order (most recent first):

  1. Company name and location
  2. Your position title
  3. Employment dates (month/year)
  4. Key responsibilities and achievements

When describing your experience, focus on achievements rather than just duties. Use action verbs and include specific metrics where possible: