28 Maj 2022

Clubhouse Conversations - How to get your first Architecture Job - #02 CV / Resumes

A first architecture CV needs to be clear, relevant and easy to scan. It should support the portfolio, not fight with it.

Stephen Drew discusses how to get your first architecture job with a focus on CVs and resumes, including what to include, what to avoid, how to present experience and how early-career candidates can make applications clearer.

The conversation covers:

What a first architecture CV should do
Which common CV mistakes candidates should avoid
How to present education, experience and skills
Why the CV and portfolio need to work together
How to tailor applications for different practices

Read the episode on Architecture Social: Clubhouse Conversations: How to get your first Architecture Job, CVs and Resumes

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to CVs and resumes for first architecture jobs
05:00 Why a CV still matters
10:00 Common CV mistakes to avoid
15:00 What to include as a student or graduate
20:00 Presenting education, experience and skills
25:00 Making your CV clear for architecture practices
30:00 How to pair your CV with a portfolio
35:00 Tailoring your CV for specific applications
40:00 International perspectives and design studio experience
45:00 Feedback from the Clubhouse room
50:00 Practical advice for improving your CV
55:00 Final thoughts on first job applications

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