You have decided you want to update your resume to give it a more modern look but you are all thumbs with the idea of working with an infographic resume template, and the idea of paying someone to create your resume for you is not in your budget. You are not out of options yet – infographic resume builders can help you get a polished and professional looking resume by doing much of the heavy lifting for you.
Before you Start Working with Online Resume Tools
Many online resume builders pull data from a resume client’s LinkedIn profile to build a resume. Before you start considering which one of the many infographic resume builders available online is right for you, take a look at your online profile. For many freelance writers, updating their social network profile is not at the top of their priority list. If you are going to rely on this data to build your resume, you need to either make sure it is up to date or plan to spend a lot of time editing your new resume.
Go through your LinkedIn profile carefully to make sure that it is up to date and accurate. Review the content carefully to check for any errors or omissions. Double check dates and spelling of client names, if you are providing them, for accuracy. If you would like to make any changes to employment descriptions, go ahead and update them, too.
Examples of Infographic Resume Builders
Accenture Infographic Resume Builder
Do you have a LinkedIn profile? The Accenture resume builder gives you the option of entering your information or creating a profile instantly using LinkedIn. If you choose the latter option, your profile is created instantly. Resumes are created in an easy-to-read format to capture a potential client’s attention.
vizualize.me
Sign up for this resume creator tool through LinkedIn or create your account directly through the vizualize.me site. The tool will pull information from your LinkedIn account to create your infographic resume. Accountholders can get their own customized T-shirts featuring data from their updated resume of their choice. (Why not spread the word that you are looking for your next gig without actually saying anything?)
Re.vu
This site asks you to “share your story” rather than simply prepare a resume. Once you sign up at Re.vu, you will be asked to share your LinkedIn profile. Once you edit your data for your resume from your LinkedIn profile, you can create your resume. Your name, title. social links, biography and career timeline are featured in your infographic resume. You also have the option of adding graphics for skill evolution, statistics, proficiencies, your interests and quotes as well.
ResumUP
ResumUP is a service that creates an infographic resume or curriculum vitae based on the information contained in your LinkedIn or your Facebook profile. It pulls out this data and creates a resume that is content-rich and appealing to the reader’s eye. All details are fully editable. When you are finished editing the resume, it can be downloaded as a PDF file. You also have the option of searching for gigs directly from the website and applying directly from there if you wish.
JobSpice
If you are looking for an infographic resume with a minimalist style, JobSpice will be able to give you what you are looking for. This site pulls data from your LinkedIn profile and can generate a resume for you in about 15 minutes. No fuss, no muss.
Choose the Right Resume Builder
Before you make a decision about choosing a particular infographic resume builder, be sure to read the terms and conditions on the site carefully. Some of these resources are available at no charge, while others may charge a fee for premium services.
If samples of the type of resumes that the builder generates are available, review them carefully to see whether they seem as though they may be a good fit for your needs before you open an account. Take the time to review the site’s privacy policy as well to find out how your information will be used, especially if the site is affiliated with another business.
When in doubt about any of the terms or if you will be charged anything to use the infographic resume builder, contact the site’s owner through the contact e-mail or form before you open an account. That way, you can make the decision that is right for you.
Your resume, whether your decide to go the infographic route or not, has to reflect your personal style. Take the time to choose its presentation and layout carefully so that you make the right impression on prospective clients.
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