What Is an Infographic Resume?

If you’re looking for a way to stand out in the job applicant pool and catch the attention of hiring managers, an infographic resume could be what you need. Infographic resumes are a creative way to provide an easy-to-understand visual representation of your qualifications. However, they may not be suitable for every industry or position. Let’s dive deep into the pros and cons of an infographic resume, whether you need it and how to create one to help secure your dream job.

Pros and Cons of Infographic Resumes

Before taking the plunge and creating an infographic resume, consider the pros and cons of this resume format.

Pros 

• Attention-grabbing. Because infographic resumes contain lots of visuals, they’re typically more eye-catching than text-based resumes and can help you stand out from other candidates. Plus, having an attention-grabbing resume can be especially beneficial when applying for positions with a high volume of applicants.

• Showcases skills. Certified Professional Resume Writer Matthew Warzel says, “An infographic resume can demonstrate your creativity and design skills – which can be particularly useful in industries that value creativity and innovation, such as marketing or design.”

  For example, if you’re a graphic designer or UX designer, he recommends creating an infographic resume to supplement your traditional resume and posting it on your LinkedIn profile or emailing it directly to a hiring manager. Doing so shows you’re “willing to take risks and try new things – which can be seen as a positive trait in creative industries.” On the other hand, if you’re applying for positions in more traditional fields like law or finance, it may be safer to stick to conventional text-based resumes.
• Easy to read. According to research compiled by 3M, visuals are processed 60,000 times faster than text. In other words, visuals often tell a more compelling story and are easier to interpret than written words. By using images and data to illustrate your professional skills, you can highlight key points in a way that’s simple to digest.

Cons

• Not ATS-friendly. An applicant tracking system is a computer software program that simplifies and speeds up the hiring process. According to JobScan research, 99% of Fortune 500 companies filter resumes using applicant tracking systems like Workday. However, because many of these applicant tracking systems can’t read and properly parse infographic resumes, even if you’re highly qualified, your infographic resume may be automatically rejected by the ATS or get lost in the system.

• Can be time-consuming to create. While an infographic resume can undoubtedly serve as a visually captivating introduction to your professional background, you may have to invest some time in designing and perfecting it. And while there are many templates online, finding one that represents you professionally and encapsulates your individuality might require some effort.

• Risk of over-designing. Career coach Amy Feind Reeves cautions against overloading infographic resumes with complex designs. She says, “Some infographic resumes I’ve seen have been so loaded with graphics that they were a chore to interpret.” So, while a visually appealing resume can set you apart from the competition, too many visuals can sometimes hinder your chances of impressing potential employers.

  She adds, “Reading a pie chart, a bar chart and a list of bullet points in brightly colored hues to get the basic information I need is a lot of effort. Like any resume, infographic resumes can fail if they do not quickly get across whether your career trajectory indicates you would be a good fit for the role.”

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