We have already dealt with the importance of curriculum for who look for work and how write a CV today, integrating it with the most important information that really describes what a person's skills and characteristics are; we also underlined the importance of some new forms of presentation, such as the video resume. But what exactly is it and how is it done?
The video curriculum or introducing yourself with a video
The video resume it is a new and effective way to make yourself known by companies or by all those companies potentially interested in hiring a specific professional figure. It is in fact a spontaneous presentation, taken by a camera and broadcast via the internet.
This tool has only been successful in Italy for a few years, while in France, Spain and the United States it has been widely used for some time.
Its diffusion is linked not only to the fact that the tools for producing a video are more and more easily available, but also because the companies themselves consider it a more immediate, concise and transparent way to get to know candidates.
One of the aspects not to be overlooked is that of accompanying the Video Curriculum with a traditional Curriculum, since after viewing the video CV the recruiters will need a dossier or a file that is easier to consult, to take the candidate to the next phase of the selection.
However, the CV video it can really prove essential, especially for those who want to apply for positions professional for which it is very important to have a certain familiarity with the audience, to know how to introduce oneself, to know how to speak. This happens for example for some professions that devote much importance to the "front office", such asairport stopover officer, who every day have to deal with people to whom they have to communicate something in the best way.
How a video resume is made
Before make a video CV it is important to study it at the table, that is to create a sort of ladder of what will be said in front of the camera. It is therefore better to write down everything and have a clear idea of what you mean, in order to avoid being confused, not very decisive, approximate or worse still superficial.
Another important aspect concerns the very appearance of the video, which can be enriched with informative graphics, especially for the video CVs of candidates who aim to exercise creative professions.
The storyboard of the video CV
What to include in the storyboard of the video curriculum? How to write it? The following lineup can be of great help:
- Start by introducing yourself with your name, surname, age and place of origin. A bit like the text curriculum, you have to enter all the information regarding the personal data in brief, as these elements will serve to give a first picture of the person who is speaking and to break the ice. Nothing so complicated - it's what we do every day when introducing us to new people.
- Then move on to the presentation of yours training course, without however showing every course followed. Better to focus on those paths with a certain relevance to the professional profile you are applying for.
- Then briefly tell yours work experiences relevant to the sector, or those that in some way can underline your skills, propensities and talents.
- Don't forget to include a quick reference to your interests or hobbies that can give you an idea of what yours are soft skills (for example computer skills, foreign languages, or a particular talent in a sport): companies want to have as complete a picture of the candidate as possible.
Tips to keep in mind
If it is important to follow a storyboard that has all the characteristics described above, it is essential to keep these tips in mind:
- Do not dwell on long and exhausting stories: let us remember that he examines us does not have all the time in the world at his disposal, especially if he has to view many curricula;
- Be relevant: the news to be included in the CV video they must be as relevant as possible to the role you want to play. So it's better to focus on a few but well-chosen things;
- Talking about oneself in four steps. Think about four essential points that contain what you are and try to express them in four moves, four not very long periods.
- Naturalness and ease. Do not be indecisive, do not give the impression of being afraid or shy. You're talking about yourself, so it shouldn't be difficult. If you are not particularly inclined to presentations in video, then try a thousand times before recording: do it in front of the mirror, let yourself be heard by relatives or friends: When you have mastered the script you have prepared and have reached a certain level of confidence, you will be ready for the final recording.
- Brevity, brevity, brevity. The more you are able to summarize your presentation on video, inserting all the information without getting lost in useless and counterproductive digressions, the more your video curriculum will be appreciated.
The characteristics of the video CV
A few minutes are more than enough to talk to your potential employer about you: although there is no ideal duration, in most cases it is better. do not exceed 2 minutes - especially in the case of poorly specialized jobs.
Registration must be done in a suitable and professional environment: a fairly quiet place and possibly with an inconspicuous decor, with no other personal details other than those that you have decided to enter on purpose.
Clothing is also important: it is better to avoid an aggressive or too “sporty” look, but at the same time excessive, “plastered” elegance is not recommended. A video CV is a visual presentation of oneself, therefore it is preferable to dress as if you are already doing a job interview.
What to do after making the video CV?
After making the video resume, it will have to be sent by e-mail, together with the Traditional CV in electronic format and possibly a cover letter or letter of motivation, briefly explaining the reasons for the application. Some sites support the direct upload of the video file or a compressed .zip file (to save space), however it is also possible to upload the video online via Youtube, Vimeo or other platforms, thus including the link directly in the email.
At this point all that remains is to wait for the outcome of the selection ... and good luck!
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