Best Practices for Creating a Video Resume

These are helpful tips to make your video resume professional and effective.

Your video resume should be between 30 to 60 seconds long and saved in AVI, MPEG, or MP4 format (maximum file size: 100 MB).

Dos and Don’ts When Creating a Video Resume

Things You Should Do

1. Write a short script to stay focused.

2. Dress professionally to make a strong impression.

3. Smile and maintain eye contact with the camera.

4. Organize your thoughts before recording.

5. Keep it short and clear — less is more.

Things You Shouldn’t Do

1. Don’t read directly from your script.

2. Don’t rush — speak clearly and confidently.

3. Don’t make excessive body movements or gestures.

4. Don’t record in poor lighting.

5. Don’t upload a video with bad sound quality.