Résumés aren't one size fits all. Explore the three types of résumés—chronological, functional and combination—to find out which kind works best for you.

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• Chronological résumé
• Functional résumé
• Combination résumé

Chronological Résumé

A chronological résumé is the most traditional format and lists experiences according to the order in which they took place.

John A. Smith123 Main Street
Woodmont, MO 60000
(314) 555-5555
jsmith@mail.com
www.johnasmithtv.com

ExperienceReporter, Woodmont College Wrap-Up
Woodmont, MO
Fall 2014–present
Report on sports for small college television station.
Interview prominent members and coaches of Woodmont College sports teams.
Train freshmen reporters on basic broadcasting practices.
Edit video using Final Cut Pro.

EducationWoodmont College, Woodmont, MO, B.A. in Journalism; anticipated graduation: spring 2018
— G.P.A.: 3.8/4.0
Liberty High School, Liberty, MO; graduated spring 2014
— G.P.A.: 3.9/4.0

Additional Information
AwardsWoodmont College Rising Reporter Award, 2015
Activities and InterestsRunning Member, Missouri Young Toastmasters Club
Other InformationWoodmont College Debate Team. Team orator, 2014–present
St. Mary's Hospital. Volunteer, 2012–present
Liberty High School Track Team. Team member, 2010–2014
Fluent in Spanish

Functional Résumé

John A. Smith123 Main Street
Woodmont, MO 60000
(314) 555-5555
jsmith@mail.com
www.johnasmithtv.com

SummaryI'm a team player with solid reporting skills looking to expand my career in a broadcast setting.

Summary of QualificationsOn-Air TalentReport on sports for small college television station.
Fluent in Spanish and able to report in the language.
Journalism SkillReport on breaking news involving Woodmont's local sports teams.
Interview prominent coaches and members of Woodmont College sports teams.
Train freshmen reporters on basic broadcasting practices.
Technical ExperienceUpdate television station's website with the latest sports news.
Edit rough footage using Final Cut Pro.
Enthusiasm for SportsMember of high school track team.
Currently training for a marathon.
Community InvolvementVolunteer, St. Mary's Hospital
Member, Missouri Young Toastmasters Club

Summary of ExperienceReporter, Woodmont College Wrap-Up, Woodmont, MO, fall 2014– present

EducationWoodmont College, Woodmont, MO, B.A. in Journalism; anticipated graduation: spring 2018
Liberty High School, Liberty, MO; graduated spring 2014

Combination Résumé

John A. Smith123 Main Street
Woodmont, MO 60000
(314) 555-5555
jsmith@mail.com
www.johnasmithtv.com

Selected Skills
On-Air TalentFluent in Spanish and able to report in the language.
Report on sports for small college television station.
Journalism SkillReport on breaking news involving Woodmont's local sports teams.
Interview prominent coaches and members of Woodmont College sports teams.
Train freshmen reporters on basic broadcasting practices.
Technical ExperienceUpdate television station's website with the latest sports news.
Edit rough footage using Final Cut Pro.

Related Work ExperienceReporter, Woodmont College Wrap-Up, Woodmont, MO, fall 2014– present

EducationWoodmont College, Woodmont, MO, B.A. in Journalism; anticipated graduation: spring 2018
— G.P.A. 3.8/4.0
Liberty High School, Liberty, MO; graduated spring 2014
— G.P.A. 3.9/4.0

Additional Information
AwardsWoodmont College Rising Reporter Award, 2015
Activities and InterestsRunning Member, Missouri Young Toastmasters Club
Other InformationWoodmont College Debate Team. Team orator, 2014–present
St. Mary's Hospital. Volunteer, 2014–present
Liberty High School Track Team. Team member, 2010–2014