Developing a CV could be difficult, but here is an example to help you write a CV for a position you are interested in. Remember the following:
A CV should be
- An overview of your academic background and accomplishments;
- Be interesting and tell more of a career narrative for the reader;
- Be concise, strategic, and specialized based on what you want to teach and/or research.
Tips for developing a CV
- Consider what is most relevant and important and make sure it’s on the first page.
- Make it reader-friendly (bold, categories, font size/type, margins, etc. helps with this).
- Keep it in reverse chronological order and categorized.
- If you choose to include work experience, explain the relevance to your academic/research interest.
- You can also make sub-categories for various publication types and include submitted works, works in progress, and upcoming research/presentations.
Necessary Categories on a Curriculum Vitae
- Name and Contact Information
- Education
- Professional Experiences
- Skills
Other Commonly Used CV Categories
- Awards or Fellowships
- Dissertation
- Teaching Experience and Interest
- Research/Publications
- Presentations
- Professional Experience
- Professional Affiliations
- Professional Training
- Languages
- University/Department Professional Service
- References
EXAMPLE
EVELYN LOPEZ
evelyn_lopez@emerson.edu
617-999-9999
Boston, MA
EDUCATION
Masters of Arts: Publishing & Writing
Emerson College, May 2023
Bachelors of Arts: Creative Writing & Leadership Studies. May 2019
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Thesis: Social Justice Storytelling Approaches in Creative Writing
Magma cum Laude
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Curriculum Theory and Studies
Educational Philosophy
Service Learning and Writing
New Media and Composition
Creative Writing for Social Justice
Linguistic Diversity
PUBLICATIONS
Articles:
Lopez, Evelyn. Intersectional Approach to Creative Writing. Minnesota Times, 28 Nov. 2007, www.creativewriting.com/intersectionalapproach. Accessed 10 May 2006.
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Fluent
English: Proficient
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Teacher, First Year Writing Program 2013–2014
Emerson College Department of Writing, Literature and Publishing
- Co-taught Fiction class focused on Social Justice to 20 students grades 8–12 enrolled in Greater Boston public and charter schools
Tutor, ELL Undergraduate and Graduate Students, 2013–2014
Emerson College Writing and Academic Resource Center
- Provided writing support for international students at Emerson College
- Conducted revisions and instruction on sentence structure and terminology for written assignments
- Collaborated with student to determine semester goals related to academic program and level of English language written and verbal skills
- Discussed high level student needs and strategize learning plans with colleagues
Teaching Assistant, August 2007–May 2008
Department of Creative Writing, University of Minnesota Twin Cities
- Assisted with the teaching of a section on creative non-fiction, short story, and poetry, including analysis of literary models and literary techniques for 50 students each semester
- Conducted office hours for Creative Writing 101 with over 20 students in attendance per week
Peer Instructor, CC 100: Academic Orientation, August 2007–December 2008
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
- Developed and led 5 class sessions for 25 first-year students
- Coached students on adjusting to college life and served as a positive role model
- Planned tours of campus resources such as the career resource center, library and academic advising center for students
Peer Tutor, Academic Skills Center, August 2006–May 2008
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
- Tutored students individually and in small groups daily in English and Creative Writing
- Coached students on grammar and writing styles
SCHOLARLY PRESENTATIONS
ORAL PRESENTATIONS
Lopez, E., and Kupar, Mindy. (2013, December). Crafting Civically Engaged Writing Exercises. Minisymposium on Civic Engagement, Meeting, Providence, RI.
POSTER PRESENTATIONS
Lopez, E., other authors. (Year, Month). Title. Poster session presented at Meeting, City, State.
AWARDS AND HONORS
Graduate Student Award 2013 Emerson College Department of Writing, Literature, and Publishing
Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society Honorary Initiate 2007 University of Minnesota Twin Cities
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Phi Kappa Phi Vice President 2008 University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Graduate Student Association Vice President 2012–2013 Emerson College
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
Association for the Study of Higher Education 2013–Current
Women’s Fiction Writers Association 2009–Current
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Literacy Volunteer, Circulation Department, May 2014–April 2015
Boston Public Library Literacy Services Department in Boston, MA
- Tutored 5–20 adult-learners weekly in basic reading and writing skills toward their individual life goals such as, literacy skills for employment and the HiSet test
Civic Engagement Advisory Committee, April 2007–May 2008
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
- Served on university committee to evaluate and propose civic engagement practices for undergraduate students
- Collaborated with faculty and students to prepare final report for submission to the Graduate College Dean
REFERENCES
Sandra Pucks
Professor and Graduate Programs Director
Department of Writing, Literature and Publishing
Emerson College
(617) 244–2345, sandra_pucks@emerson.edu
Molly Sterns, Faculty, Assistant Professor
Department of Creative Writing
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
(612) 599–1234, msterns@minnesota.edu
Richard Dedham, Assistant Professor Department of Leadership Studies University of Minnesota Twin Cities
(612) 482–4321, rdedham@minnesota.edu
For guidance and more personalized questions, contact your career advisor.