A VisualCV is more than just an online resume, though it works really well for that purpose, too. You can use the add-ons like video, images, and links to your accomplishments to showcase your skills and experience and make a dynamic, professional, presentation to prospective employers.
To take it even further, did you know that you could also find your next employer at VisualCV.com? There are many companies and recruiters signed up at VisualCV.com to find and attract professional candidates.
How do you make the best possible impression on those employers? Pierce Resler, Director, Marketing, VisualCV, shares her tips for interacting with employers at VisualCV.
Showcase Your Skills
There are employers and recruiters at VisualCV.com who believe in the power of a VisualCV and want to find great professionals in the system. Take advantage of that - use the features of VisualCV to highlight your work experience beyond text; include writing samples, sales charts, designs or any work product from your profession that showcases your skills. But remember to also have well-written text and proofread (just like you do a traditional resume).
Review the Employer's VisualCV
Review the employer's VisualCV to find out if your skills and interests match what they are looking for in a candidate. If you are a match, make sure your VisualCV highlights the qualities or skills they seek before you share it with them. Similar to a traditional resume or application, you want to make sure you share your VisualCV to relevant companies and for relevant positions.
Search for Employers
Search for employers in your industry or location using the search feature on the site. You can navigate through the employers and recruiters much faster by focusing in on your industry or location.
Customize Your Note
When you find the employers or recruiters that you want to share with, be sure to customize your note that gets sent with your VisualCV link. Think of this note as a mini cover letter - don't just send your link without a personal note about you as a professional and your interest in this company or position.
Complete Your Profile
It's important to select your own industry and professions in your profile so that you can be found when recruiters and employers search the VisualCV system. You can edit your industry and professions in the Career Interests section of your My VisualCVs dashboard.
Keep Your VisualCV Up-to-Date
Remember that once you share with an employer at VisualCV.com they will know you are interested in their organization. Keep your VisualCV up-to-date because when that employer has an opening they will go back to see if you are a good fit. You may not have been six months ago, but you very well could be now.
Be Yourself!
A VisualCV lets you include passion and skills differently than a traditional resume. Maintain a professional approach, but don't be afraid to include some personality. View some real-world examples full of personality at www.VisualCV.com/www/examples.
