Architecture CV / Resume TOP TIPS and MISTAKES TO AVOID

A good architecture CV is not a design poster. It is a clear professional document that helps a practice understand your level, experience and direction quickly.

Stephen Drew explains how to improve an architecture CV, covering common mistakes, design, layout, contact details, profile wording, project experience, education, skills, personal details, proofreading and supporting resources.

The conversation covers:

• What employers and recruiters need to see quickly on an architecture CV
• Why clean layout usually beats over-designed presentation
• How to make project experience and software skills easier to judge
• Why contact details, spelling and PDF quality still matter
• How candidates can avoid vague profile statements

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings
• 01:01 Common CV Mistakes to Avoid
• 01:59 Designing Your CV: Tips and Tools
• 03:25 Content Essentials for Your CV
• 04:25 Showcasing Experience and Skills
• 06:20 Adding Personal Touches
• 07:46 Final Checks and Proofreading
• 09:32 Conclusion and Additional Resources

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• (00:00) - Introduction and New Year Greetings
• (01:01) - Common CV Mistakes to Avoid
• (01:59) - Designing Your CV: Tips and Tools
• (03:25) - Content Essentials for Your CV
• (04:25) - Showcasing Experience and Skills
• (06:20) - Adding Personal Touches
• (07:46) - Final Checks and Proofreading
• (09:32) - Conclusion and Additional Resources