AGGGGGHHHHHHH!!!
I have found the perfect job vacancy and I can’t stop thinking about it. if I get this, it will be A-MA-ZING!!!
Am working on making my CV sparkly. If anyone has any advice or pointers on what (not) to do on a CV and cover letter I’ll appreciate the help 
God, I hope I get it…
Good luck 
keep us posted 
sweet hang in there n fight for it
so whats the job???
It’s working for a film company organising the promotion of new films. e.g. the press junkets, hotels and flights for hollywood types, etc. :w00t:
Hope you get it, sound’s like a cool job!As for the C.V. writing, there are so many different variations, depending on what job it is etc…
My main advice is that you get someone to proof read it, and do a proper spell check. Spell check on Word isn’t as good as it’s cracked up to be!
If the C.V. is sent as a hard copy, ensure that the paper you use is good quality. You can find the ideal paper in most stationary places, usually marked up as C.V. paper. Personally, I always go for a nice, off-white, thick paper. The simplest things can make the difference between your C.V. ending up on the table or in the bin! Texture is everything! 
Make sure that the C.V. contains information that is relative to the job being applied for. No good putting in your dress-making qualities if you’re going for a job in an office!
Make sure all your contact details are at the top of the C.V. but don’t put your personal address! Email, mobile and home number is enough.
Drop me a PM with your email address, and I’ll send you a copy of my C.V. for you to use as a template, or just to get an idea.
All the stuff mentioned was taught to me when I did my C.V. writing course when I left the Army, and my C.V. layout hasn’t changed since I wrote it on the course. The instructor actually kept a copy to use as an example for future student’s, so I like to think it’s a good standard!
Hope this is helpful…
RR
krunchie?
where you based?
if you get the news shopper look in the service bit at the back, there is a guy called David “something” (cannot remember surname) but I paid him £50 to do a professional CV for me, I have since used it 2 times and got the job both times.
He is the best you sit with him, tell him what you want, what you have been doing and things you did nto even know were an assest he will!!
seriously it will be the best £50 you ever spend…
Good luck getting the job!
Do you think there might be another vacancy
CV’s are just designed to get you your foot in the door. They shouldn’t be too detailed or too ‘shouty’, just say enough to get their interest and a phone call. Also, don’t lie, too easy to do it, and too difficult to work your way out of
Good luck with the job!
I live in Surbiton but work in Earl’s Court at the mo. That does sound good. There isn’t a deadline printed for this application though, so I’m hoping to get it done today/tonight. however, as it’s a longshot job, if I don’t get it, I’ll certainly consider this option 
I have no idea!! But I think if there was, I’d only tell people who I knew had less chance than me, to make me look better and help my chance 
lol quality answer
Nathan’s right on the money there.
And I do proof-reading as part of my job, so if you want an extra pair of eyes…
I get a lot of CV’s sent to me, the ones that stand out are always laid out nicely, nice typography (simple fonts, with a limited and careful use of bold and capitals). Anything that has a spelling mistake, or looks like a standardised cut and paste job goes straight in the bin.
Write a short letter to go with the application saying how excited you are to even be able to apply for a job like this, be honest, it will show through. Don’t go overboard with crap like “I feel I am the best person for this job because of my advanced knowledge of etc, etc,” or “I have always wanted to be able to work for such a prestigious company as yours”.
When we advertise we always ask for three interesting facts and you can tell a lot about people by the way that they answer this (many don’t answer, so guess where their application goes - always read the advert carefully)
Some of my favourite CV’s
One folded to look like a paper aeroplane
One for a design job where they sent a packet of creative seeds - they were pencil shavings
One wrapped round a bar of chocolate, with a clever cover describing themselves
One that when you opened the envelope it said “Choose Me!” on the first page, and PLEASE on the last, in huge type on a coloured background.
Interesting facts that got my attention:
I once worked at Vogue, although most of the time I just worried if my jeans were cool enough.
When I was six I dressed up as spiderman, ran into a patio door and spent three days in hospital
I dream about recipes and once I cooked one I dreamt about and it tasted really good
I released my own pop record and it sold 12 copies
Just think of some things that will bring yourself to life and show your enthusiasm for the role, a lot of the time (especially in the creative industry) that’s more important than the experience and qualifications.
Happy to have a read through if you want me to
kickstart if you don’t mind me asking, who do you work for/what do you do?
I’ve got my own design and conference production company, not sure of the etiquette here about adverts but if you looked for ellipsis and added .co.uk you might find me:D
you’ve done some nice stuff there mate.
i’m a studio manager come designer at a marcomms agency. looking to get back into a much more design focussed role in an agency with a little bit of soul and time for craftsmanship (if such a place exists anymore :hehe:). drop ma a pm if you fancy seeing my cv and a few examples of my work. absolutely no worries if not fella, was literally asking on the off chance
sorry for the mini hijack krunchie_frog 
That’s ok 
Thanks to everyone for your well-wishing and those who offered help and advice.
I have now submitted the application and just have to wait…
If it doesn’t surface into something good, then I’ll try get me a design job too
Hopefully though, I’ll be given a chance to wow them in the interview :w00t:
