What font should you use on your resume?

Answer 1

Something very simple and clear. NEVER use anything fancy or "cute".

The first answer gives two good choices - but you could also use something like Poor Richard, which is very easy to read, but looks slightly different from the ordinary.

Never go above 12 point - or below 11 point.

Always set it out neatly; and if printing, use good quality paper, and a good printer.

Good luck.

Answer 2

Resume Do's
Do use bold/CAPS to make all section headings stand out
Do start every skills statement with a strong verb
Do revise your resume for each position
Do organize your resume so the most relevant information is at the top
Do expand on points related to the position and condense less relevant information
Do use resume quality paper


Resume Don'ts

Don't use the word "resume"
Don't use the word "I"
Don't include salary information
Don't include job references as part of the resume itself
Don't include testimonials
Don't give personal statistics or profile
Don't include photographs
Don't use too many fonts or font sizes

Answer 3

Nothing overly fancy or difficult to read. The standard business fonts are Times New Roman 12 pt or Arial 10 pt. It should be easy to read and not too wordy.

Answer 4

Simple but formal. Not too classy and must be clear and easily read. I'd suggest TIMES NEW ROMAN. That's what's commonly used. 12pts that is.

Answer 5

I personally prefer Arial. I always use it for everything.