{"id":7269,"date":"2023-02-24T11:43:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-24T15:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.tlsrv.net\/?p=7269"},"modified":"2025-02-26T10:00:32","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T18:00:32","slug":"how-to-create-an-interactive-resume-includes-free-templates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\/blog\/how-to-create-an-interactive-resume-includes-free-templates\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create an Interactive Resume: Includes Free Templates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is an interactive resume?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An interactive resume or interactive CV (curriculum vitae) is a tool that contains rich media in a variety of formats. It goes beyond traditional resume design and formats by providing recruiters with a personal window into your unique character, skills, and experience. An online resume is the first impression that you will present and your best chance to stand out from the pack and secure an interview for your dream job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog we show you what you can include, and how to build one in a few easy steps. We provide two different interactive resume examples for you to explore. Plus &#8211; you can download our free creative resume templates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"tl-cta-block\"><h3>Meet a product expert<\/h3><p>To learn more about creating interactive content with ThingLink, you can schedule an online meeting with one of our product experts below.<\/p><button class=\"tl-button tl-button--white tl-button--small tl-cta-block__button\" data-link=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/andrew-6\/thinglinkdemo\">Meet an Expert<\/button><\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the benefits of creating an interactive resume or CV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Interactive resumes give potential employers a huge amount of information about you in a personalised way. They can help set you apart from other applicants by showing off who you are as both a professional and a person. It also shows instantly that you are creative, resourceful, and can present a large volume of information in a clear and succinct way &#8211; qualities that are sure to be valued regardless of the role you are targeting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start designing your interactive resume<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by thinking of the initial visual resume format. It should be easy to read and not cluttered with unnecessary information or images. It may help if you think of it as an &#8220;infographic resume&#8221; &#8211; with concise information that summarises the key points. You\u2019re then going to add additional information in the interactive hotspots! Take a look at the example below and explore the tags for ideas about what you could embed in yours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"816\" height=\"1056\" data-original-width=\"816\" data-original-height=\"1056\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\/view\/scene\/1412739379750764547\" type=\"text\/html\" style=\"border: none;\" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><script async src=\"\/\/cdn.thinglink.me\/jse\/responsive.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Key points to remember when designing the layout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Take care that the colour combination you choose for any text doesn\u2019t create legibility issues. A basic rule is dark on light, or vice versa &#8211; rather than two mid-tones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The font should be professional and easy to read; avoid using fancy fonts like comic sans or handwriting fonts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try to keep all paragraphs and text blocks aligned as much as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If all this sounds a little daunting, don\u2019t worry; there is help out there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The example above was created in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Canva<\/a> &#8211; the online graphic design platform which lets anyone design professional-looking materials. It\u2019s super easy to use and they provide user-friendly tutorials for complete beginners. Go to their dedicated <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/create\/resumes\/\" target=\"_blank\">resume builder hub<\/a> where you can choose from hundreds of creative cv templates to edit and adapt. Choose a new resume template and start making it your own!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you like the version we created &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAEhvZPEgyc\/RydGqMwDidpBYPpnLSGuEw\/view?utm_content=DAEhvZPEgyc&amp;utm_campaign=designshare&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_source=publishsharelink&amp;mode=preview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grab the free Canva template here.<\/a> You can then upload it into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ThingLink<\/a> to start making it interactive. Add audio, video, photos, external links, social media and so much more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What interactive content should you include in your resume?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relevant Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The same rules apply for an interactive resume\/CV as any other type of resume or job application. Whatever you include in your interactive resume MUST be relevant to the position you\u2019re applying for. As a bare minimum this should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Work experience or internships related to the position or role you are applying for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Qualifications you have that are necessary for the role.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>You can also include: <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Links to any relevant social media profiles if appropriate &#8211; LinkedIn being the best option if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>References from past positions or academic supervisors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Awards and prizes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any personal information that is relevant or helps your application &#8211; such as volunteering, clubs and societies or interests that demonstrate skills and qualities required for the role.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Video<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Videos are also great for showcasing how well you communicate, which may come in handy when interviewing for certain positions. Include videos of yourself speaking about your qualifications or a portfolio of past work\u2014the goal is to give employers a chance to get to know you better on a personal level before considering you for an interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessible content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Including functionality that allows your resume to be viewed in an accessible format demonstrates your understanding of the potential accessibility needs of others &#8211; whether that is the recruiting team, your future colleagues or your future customers or clients. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\" target=\"_blank\">ThingLink<\/a> provides a number of accessibility features as standard including <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/support.thinglink.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360026122934-ThingLink-Integrates-Microsoft-s-Immersive-reader\" target=\"_blank\">Immersive Reader <\/a>and a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/support.thinglink.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/5241051553687\" target=\"_blank\">Web Accessibility Player<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bonus template &#8211; an interactive \u201cresume website\u201d or landing page<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to create interactive content in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ThingLink<\/a> that behaves like a website. This would be a great way to demonstrate your understanding of retail or marketing for example and could be used across a huge range of sectors. It works particularly well as a \u201cportfolio website\u201d for product designers, interior designers or artists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"960\" height=\"462\" data-original-width=\"2025\" data-original-height=\"975\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\/view\/scene\/1440745837826146305\" type=\"text\/html\" style=\"border: none;\" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><script async src=\"\/\/cdn.thinglink.me\/jse\/responsive.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>This version above was created in Canva. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DAEhvXX7ic8\/i60r_mhpKXXKtmXcnZBVFQ\/view?utm_content=DAEhvXX7ic8&amp;utm_campaign=designshare&amp;utm_medium=link&amp;utm_source=publishsharelink&amp;mode=preview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">download the free \u201cwebsite template\u201d here<\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Design and edit your \u201cweb pages\u201d in your Canva account and then upload to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ThingLink<\/a> to make fully interactive. Tip: Use the Tour Tag to move between pages just as in a website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully with these tips, examples and templates you will be able to create your best resume ever that will help you succeed in your job search. Good luck!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More examples of interactive content using Canva and ThingLink &#8211; more free templates included<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\/blog\/canva-templates-enterprise\/\" target=\"_blank\">Create Interactive Content: Ten free templates for ThingLink and Canva<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thinglink.com\/blog\/canva-templates\/\" target=\"_blank\">Ten best Canva templates for Interactive Learning Experiences<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"tl-cta-block\"><h3>Meet a product expert<\/h3><p>To learn more about creating interactive content with ThingLink, you can schedule an online meeting with one of our product experts below.<\/p><button class=\"tl-button tl-button--white tl-button--small tl-cta-block__button\" data-link=\"https:\/\/calendly.com\/andrew-6\/thinglinkdemo\">Meet an Expert<\/button><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is an interactive resume? 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