How to Create a Video Resume

YouTube has revolutionized the way people view, upload, and share videos with others using the internet. It has also been recognized as a new and exciting tool for job seekers in their job search process. Instead of the traditional methods of promoting and differentiating oneself, potential candidates are taking to video to delineate who they are and what they can do. These videos, being that they are incredibly simple to share, were a great resource for job seekers to send to employers to leave a strong first impression. This idea has now been adopted by some innovative job search portals like Jobma. Jobma incorporated the video resume creation feature directly onto their website, which can then be forwarded to the prospective employers through the portal itself.

Creating a video resume requires the use of a camera, microphone, professional attire, and practice. Because video recording technology is so prevalent in today’s society, creating a video resume is easier than ever before. Most laptops and cell phones come equipped with video recording capabilities, though these cameras may not produce the highest quality output. Many mobile phones including iPhone and Android phones have full HD (1080p) recording, so you can use your smartphone without sacrificing a high quality video. If you don’t have a smartphone or a laptop with these capabilities, there’s always the option of going to a professional. They will shoot and edit your video so that it is the best it can possibly be.

The best video resumes are those that have high quality video, sound, and presentation. The more professional the video resume the more likely it is to be viewed and accepted by recruiters.