1. Kath Houston

2. * Structure/headings http://wanttoworkintelevision.com/2011/09/how-to-write-a-cv-to-get-that-job-in- television// Name Job grade/role applied for Contact details Mobile/email Link to showreel KEY SKILLS Showcase types of TV work done – who youve worked with Showcase skills such as technical skills - eg shooting – include cameras you use) Editing systems youve used Any awards, any languages spoken Any specialist knowledge or experience, for example history, arts, science Plus any other useful skills like recording sound, PowerPoint, computer packages, driving licences PROGRAMME CREDITS or EXAMPLES of WORK List these in reverse chronological order, for example: Dates (from – to) Job Title – Name of show duration Prod Company/Broadcaster Brief description of show, tasks completed described Jobs undertaken, people managed Any press reviews/good ratings/ Name of Executive Producer TRAINING & EDUCATION List industry courses such as health and safety, camera, law courses and your educational qualifications – your GCSEs, A Levels and degree, masters etc Endorsements/blogspaceReferees/testimonials

3. * Font type and size * Spelling/punctuation matters * Email address – professional * Label CV clearly with your name eg Darth Vader CV (not MyCv or CV1) * Short snappy sentences * Lists but not too many bullets * Visuals/use of colour - you decide

4. * Personal Profile statement EXAMPLE Hard working, efficient, keen and responsible TV production graduate HOW DO YOU RATE THIS EXAMPLE "Self shooting researcher with over five years experience across a range of genres including arts, live studio and history based programmes. HOW DO YOU RATE THIS * Keep it factual Responsible for sourcing, interviewing and filming 20 expert contributors from five different countries to discuss the effects of global warming".