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EXPERIENCEList 3+ previousand currentroles & describethem in detail.This can also  includevolunteer work! Highlight your skills & accomplishments using the S-A-R format:

Situation + Action + Result

Think of this asyour "elevatorpitch." Usingfirst person,include a concisedescriptionof your skills,goals, motivationand achievements. 

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ADD MEDIA EDUCATIONStarting withpost-secondary,list all youreducationalexperiences.

WRITING TIPUse a "Past,Present & Future"structure whenwriting yourSummarysection. Letpeople know howto reach you.

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Carleton UniversityBachelor of [Degree], Major, Minor...Start year-End year

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SKILLS

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When asking for arecommendationfrom a connection,send a personalizedmessage. Aim for 3+.

RECOMMENDATIONSAsk for positiverecommendationsfrom those whoknow your work.

INTERESTSFolloworganizations,disciplines, andnetworkinggroups ofinterest to getupdates oncurrent projectsand jobopportunities.

Having severalendorsements perskill sends a strongmessage torecruiters that youhave these skills.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

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