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i. Choose the right font type and size
It’s critical your CV is legible and easy to follow. To improve readability, be
sure to choose the proper font type and size.

The two primary font categories are serif and sans-serif. Serif fonts (Times
New Roman, Courier, Georgia) have small, decorative flourishes while sans-
serif (Helvetica, Arial, Geneva) fonts do not. It’s best to choose a sans-serif
font because, in most cases, they’re easier to read.

Additionally, keep your text between 10–12 points. While it can be tempting
to reduce your font size to reduce the number of pages, you should never
sacrifice readability for length.

ii. Check your margins
Be sure to check your CV margin size. Margins that are too large will leave
too much white space on each page while margins that are too small can
make the page seem over-filled. A good rule is to keep your margins
between 1–1.5 inches.

iii. Utilize your space effectively
CVs can become lengthy, especially if you’ve been in your industry for
several years and have amassed a great deal of experience. To ensure you’re
using space effectively and your CV is easy to read, consider using the
following techniques:

a) Bulleted lists: Make lists, (such as your collection of skills or awards)
easier to consume by adding small bullets.

b) Section headers: Distinguish section headers from the rest of your CV
content by making them bolder, larger or underlined.

c) Bolded words: In addition to section headers, consider bolding other
important words, such as your name and job titles, to set them apart.

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