Resume Guide: Start here to learn the fundamentals of writing an effective resume. This guide explains each section of a resume, provides formatting and writing best practices, and offers examples to help you create a professional document tailored to your career goals.

Writing Bullet Points: Learn how to transform your experiences into accomplishment-focused bullet points that capture an employer’s attention. This guide teaches you to write clear, action-oriented descriptions that highlight your contributions, skills, and measurable results.

Resume Action Verbs: Strengthen your resume with action verbs that clearly communicate your accomplishments. Use this resource to replace overused words with stronger alternatives that demonstrate leadership, creativity, technical expertise, communication, and professional impact.

Church Service on Resumes: Learn how to professionally include Church service and missionary experience on your resume when it supports your career goals. This guide explains when to include these experiences and how to emphasize the transferable skills, leadership, communication, and service you developed.

Applicant Tracking Systems: Many employers use Applicant Tracking Systems to screen resumes before a recruiter ever sees them. This guide explains how ATS software works and shares practical strategies for formatting your resume, using keywords effectively, and increasing the likelihood that your application reaches a hiring manager.

Resume Templates: Choose from professionally designed resume templates created specifically for BYU College of Fine Arts & Communications students. Templates are available for every CFAC major, helping you organize your experiences using layouts and styles that align with your discipline while remaining easy for employers to read.

Resume Rubric: Review your resume using the same criteria career advisors use. This rubric evaluates formatting, organization, writing quality, and content, helping you identify opportunities to improve your resume before submitting applications.

VMock: Receive instant, AI-powered feedback on your resume through BYU’s VMock platform. Upload your resume to receive personalized suggestions on formatting, content, and presentation before meeting with a Career Advisor or applying for opportunities.

Curriculum Vitae Guide: A curriculum vitae is commonly used for graduate school, academic positions, research, and some arts-related opportunities. This guide explains when to use a CV instead of a resume and provides step-by-step guidance for organizing your academic and professional accomplishments.

General CV Template: Build your CV using a professionally formatted template designed for academic and professional applications. Customize each section to showcase your education, research, teaching, creative work, performances, publications, presentations, awards, and other achievements.