Is it terrible for a resume to be more than 1 page in length?

Answer 1

Unless you have a lot of experience, and if you're asking this question I assume you don't have 10+ yrs of experience, you should keep it to 1 page.

I was an associate manager at one firm and the senior systems engineer at another and I saw A LOT of resumes. If I saw anyone with less than 5 years of experience come in with a 2 page resume, I automatically chuck it in the trash. It usually means a lot of fluff and waste of my time.

People that read your resume, probably read 10s if not 100s to find a gem. You want to highlight your specialties or your unique qualities. Don't make them dig through 2 pages to find that 1 gem.

Even if you don't have a lot of experience behind you, tailor your resume to the firm that you are applying for. Emphasize what you do know and the ability to work hard and learn.

Answer 2

No, not terrible at all, depending on your experience. If you are entry level, just out of school, try hard to keep it to one page, two at the absolute most but one is a lot better. If you have significant experience in the field where you are applying for a job, then two is appropriate, or sometime even three, not more.

I once received a resume that was over 30 pages. Needless to say, I didn't interview the person.

Answer 3

Not terrible at all! And to think that I have clients whose resumes have 4-5 pages (of course, they are doctors in something :D ). Don't worry, that is just fine. Two pages is the most encountered resume length in my business. Better pay attention to the format ;)

http://www.cvtips.com/CV_styling.html

Answer 4

Your resume should only contain pertinent job experience to the field in which you are applying. Keep it as short and concise as possible.