Resume vs CV vs Portfolio: What are the Differences?

Job search is already confusing and recruiters ain’t making any better! Every other job post asks you to provide a resume or a CV and/or a portfolio. But how are these things different?

That’s what we are digging into in this video. Debbi Douma-Herren, a veteran HR executive explains what’s what in the job search space and when submitting each type of document makes the most sense.

What you’ll learn:

1. What is a resume?
2. What is a CV and how does it differ for a resume in the US?
3. What is a portfolio and when you may be asked to provide one?
4. Resume vs CV vs Portfolio: the main differences explained.

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[AmaruMartinez-rkye]

What a great video and what a nice and clear set up. Keep shining!

[mosopefoluwaadebawojo]

Thank you this. I love the way you explained them.

[kaykwanu]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:

00:27 📄 *A resume provides a concise summary of your professional, personal, and educational experiences, typically one page long, aiming to grab the recruiter's attention.*
01:14 📑 *A CV, or curriculum vitae, offers a detailed history of your career, personal details, achievements, and educational credentials, often spanning two or more pages, commonly used in academia, medicine, and scientific research.*
01:43 🖼️ *A portfolio showcases your skills, talents, and work in a visual format, essential for creative industries like graphic design, copywriting, and journalism, as well as for IT professionals like designers, developers, and coders.*
02:24 🤔 *The main difference between a resume and CV lies in their focus: resumes are competency-based, highlighting skills and achievements, while CVs are credential-based, emphasizing detailed work history, educational background, and awards.*
03:21 🌍 *International job applications may require either a resume or CV depending on the country and industry standards, with CVs more common in the UK, Ireland, EU, and New Zealand, while resumes are preferred in Australia and South Africa for private sector positions.*

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[hcplsmf]

aha! thank you so much for making this video. Super helpful!

[sayfallah]

Awesome mam I love you❤❤❤❤u solve my doubt....

[lika]

CV, Resume or portfolio should be use for teaching position?

[_market_experts_]

sir sorry i am late whre i find different models of cv

[devalfuriya]

Dear Debi Douma-Herren,

The Video was really help, and I really appreciate your time for making the video. And very understandable.🥲😇