How to Make An Impressive Resume for FREE (in 2024)

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Erin McGoff is a multi-hyphenated media professional who has built a career as an award-winning documentary filmmaker & viral content creator. McGoff is passionate about making the world a better place through storytelling + democratizing access to quality career advice.
In 2021, her career advice went viral on the internet (tiktok.com/erinmcgoff) when she shared her original template for the dreaded job interview question, "Tell Me About Yourself." Since then, Erin has continued to work full-time as a film director and editor, while also creating career advice content on the side. McGoff credits her success to her ability to research, passion for education, and personal experience as someone on both sides of hiring.
Upon graduating from film school, Erin received a fellowship from the Pulitzer Center to support her debut feature documentary about Laos, THIS LITTLE LAND OF MINES, which went on to receive festival accolades and international distribution. McGoff has also completed three short documentaries, SOUTHERN SUSTAINABILITY (2018), NEW YORK IS SILENT (Pulitzer Center, 2020), and DARROUZETT, TX (PBS, 2020). McGoff has worked with a variety of brands including Google, Microsoft, Meta, National Geographic, Intel, Walmart, ZipRecruiter, Capital One, Hilton, etc. You can view Erin's work at erinmcgoff.com
Today, she has 5m+ followers and continues to work to democratize access to quality career advice.
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@AdviceWithErin 4 ай бұрын

Are you looking for a new job!? ❤

@selaemhadera8022 4 ай бұрын

Yes!

@montsergirl 4 ай бұрын

I love your videos soooo much! You are so likeable and knowledgeable. Thank you for all of your hard work to help us! Awkward question, what does someone do when they never went to school but have mediocre skill levels and are looking for a job. I can’t boost up my skills on paper and I know I can always improve but when you need the job now and you didn’t do college and live in a smaller city what would you recommend??

@thegreyhoundgirls536 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely!!

@jja77a 4 ай бұрын

A light year is a distance not period of time

@tann609 4 ай бұрын

Yes

@KATC 4 ай бұрын

I used your older resume tutorial and lots of your interview tips and just got myself a promotion! Thanks for the help Erin! ❤

@thesweetlife6344 4 ай бұрын

I've been a quiet watcher for a few years. After 8 years of being a the same company, I've decided to look for better opportunities and this has been GOLD. Thank you Erin. I hope you realize how many people you have helped.

@Killer_Kurt 4 ай бұрын

I love your style Erin! Thank you for all that you do, sending good vibes your way 💙

@upalkundu2872 4 ай бұрын

Erin, your videos have been very helpful and inspirational in my job search. I landed my Dream Remote Internship this year! Keep up the great work!!

@Numbbullets 4 ай бұрын

Perfect timing! Tomorrow i am about to submit my resume to a company which my mentor suggested to work with. Guess it's just my lucky day :D thanks!

@naomiemoore5725 4 ай бұрын

Go for it! You can do this!

@Numbbullets 4 ай бұрын

@@naomiemoore5725 Thanks a lot! 😊

@serene9532 4 ай бұрын

good luck! do update us heree

@AdviceWithErin 4 ай бұрын

Excited for you!!

@Numbbullets 4 ай бұрын

@@naomiemoore5725 thank you! :D

@robfeldmann355 4 ай бұрын

I cannot express to you how helpful and motivating you have been for me. Thank you so much!

@AdviceWithErin 4 ай бұрын

I'm so glad to hear that!! ❤

@PlayGrow410 3 ай бұрын

I love your way of talking, presenting and motivating people. Keep it up!

@trishmcelderry4762 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Erin. I hope you will do even more about specifics of resume writing in the future. Thank you ❤😊

@joanaaguiar8024 4 ай бұрын

For people applying to jobs in Europe, it is important and good practice here to include a photo on your CV, there’s even countries that disregard your CV if it doesn’t include a photo (such as Germany and Spain)!!!!

@mottebahner2867 3 ай бұрын

In Germany I think it's slowly changing, so it's more acceptable to leave out a picture. But standard procedure is still to have a professional picture:|

@cuppiesaur 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the tip! ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

@MeredithStruewing 3 ай бұрын

You have no idea how much I needed this, Erin! Can't wait to follow your tips and let you know when I've landed a perfect match! Thank you SO much.

@ghostk3 14 күн бұрын

I liked your way how you talk, the positive energy and the sense of humor you have. Plus to all of that I got what I need to know to enhance my resume. Thank you so much and Great Job!👏🙌

@Yusuf_Ali_Syed 3 ай бұрын

Erin aside for the fact that this video is super helpful, thanks for that! You honestly are incredible at show casing your personality on camera, I've never seen anyone do it this well!

@federica4829 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for keeping it real, Erin! 🙌💓

@mikewilliams6948 2 ай бұрын

Thank you. Your advice was clear and presented in such a engaging and fun way. Really helpful!

@Lithiel 4 ай бұрын

It’s time to make a new resume-- time to check with Erin.

@jokatie9720 2 ай бұрын

I used the advice from this video to apply for my first summer job in 21 years. I got asked for an interview! Thanks Erin!

@sizzleserveyum 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for posting this!! Makes life a bit easier.🥰

@rdg665 4 ай бұрын

Everyday i thank god from all my heart that i don't have to deal with this corpoate job search hell anymore.

@alexp2915 4 ай бұрын

May I ask how you got out of the hellscape?

@rdg665 4 ай бұрын

@@alexp2915 I shifted to a non corporate field .... fitness trainer ( gym ), i already have been going to the gym for a few years and got a couple of courses for it and that's it, getting a job in such careers is kinda easy ( no online applications and that type of BS )

@rdg665 4 ай бұрын

@@alexp2915 I shifted to another non corporate career ( fitness trainer ), i have been going to the gym for a few years and got some courses for it and that's it, getting a job in non corporate fields is much easier ( no online applications )

@rdg665 4 ай бұрын

@@alexp2915 I just gave up on the corporate world and shifted my career to a non corporate field to become a Fitness Trainer, i have been going to the gym for a couple of years and love it so i tried taking some short courses and went for it, getting jobs in non corporate fields is pretty easy as there's usually no screening or meetings or online applications and ATS you just go talk to the manager or owner and get the job if they see your potential, this also applies to most trades like plumbing and carpenting etc it's also easy to get jobs in such trades and the pay is actually pretty good.

@helenasoldevilla8208 4 ай бұрын

@@alexp2915 I wanna know too

@liz_violet 4 ай бұрын

I've been needing a refresh, perfect timing lol.

@jessief2150 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Erin, I just got laid off and today is my last day at my company after almost 8 years working there. I need all the help I can get

@gregoryrobinson2234 12 күн бұрын

I just got laid off may 5 2024 8 years too jessief2150 I pray for both of us god blessed stay strong 💪

@lovablereader1 3 ай бұрын

I have recently found your channel and it has been super helpful. I have been looking for more of a long term career and it has proven to be a bit harder than I had though. I loved the tips in this video and I'm going to give my resume a makover. I'm hoping with your tips that I can find my "forever" job and finally find the perfect fit.

@eleniyo1992 3 ай бұрын

I'm so glad that my current resume follows almost all your points! It's a killer resume and has received many compliments by job advisors and recruiters. It's bright and eye catching but very clear to read (I'm an illustrator so I believe it should have some creative flare) One thing I dropped from the working experience section is the exact dates/months of each experience. As a creative alot of jobs were contract based or just wouldn't work out very well, so I had to quit. Resulting in having months-long gaps in my resume where I was unemployed. It attracted attention in many interviews, were I had to explain myself and say that I worked as freelancer in between, so the recruiter wouldn't think that I drop jobs all the time, when in reality I wasn't. So now I only have the year and all the experience, projects etc I've done within the year as independent sections. Seems to work quite well as no one has questioned me since and it looks very nicely organised and full.

@enyoungjeong4186 4 ай бұрын

Erinn you are saving lots of lifes!!

@ruslang5545 Ай бұрын

thank you for the tips, Erin! I am about to graduate with a bachelor's, but I have been applying to jobs for months. I will use these tips to rewrite my resume and hope to get a job!

@Vitamin.joe1 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this help! I have subscribed to everything. As I make my move into my next career, and seek a life of stoic success, this is what I need.

@stephaniemccabe7836 4 ай бұрын

Erin you're incredible. exactly what I needed. Thank you thank you thank you.

@tsunamitidal 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Erin! I'm all fired up to get that new job now!

@ChristinaC2024 4 ай бұрын

“Ya gots to trust me.” 😂😂 Thank you for this video! Very informative! So many great tips.

@jalmon9478 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this! It was very insightful.

@aditya-pple 4 ай бұрын

Very helpful, engaging. I hope it helps me better my resume.

@hernancrescencio5708 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for making this so useful and entertaining. Good vid

@Dayison Ай бұрын

Thank you, Erin! Great stuff. I need all the help I can get. lol

@TourismBizIdeas Ай бұрын

@AdviceWithErin Thank you for this wonderful video ❤

@funforkadventures 2 ай бұрын

Erin thanks for this video. I am going to try everything you mentioned right now! I will let you know how it goes. Wish me luck!

@lupinedew 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Erin!

@MrSmellslikeninja Ай бұрын

That Coke example was a really good explanation of why you should tailor your resume!

@krzysztofabuda2239 16 күн бұрын

Ive heard in States people dont use coca-cola, but coke. She said coca-cola and Im womdering if its confusing for american people

@jupiter1217 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. I need this. My resume has generated zero interest online. I've resorted to knocking on doors and cold-calling random companies.

@JennaGetsCreative Ай бұрын

Great advice! I'm currently doing my work term at the end of my education to graduate and I'll be job hunting for my permanent position in June. I'll have to come back to this later and prepare my stuff! I definitely committed the sin of sending out the same resume to everyone when searching for the work term 😅 So far I've interviewed with 3 places and they all wanted me, but none were the generic resume put out on Indeed, so point definitely taken. My interviews all came from finding out about an opportunity some other way and contacting them directly.

@GreenSharpieScience 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I have a specific question about what scientists should do about their publications on their resume. If you know I would greatly appreciate the help on this one!

@Bellatrix9245 4 ай бұрын

Hi Erin, I couldn't be more thankful for the content you post ❤ could you also do one on building a portfolio ? Love and support ❣️

@foteini-6008 4 ай бұрын

I am about to compose my resume and this is very helpful. I would love it also if you could talk about writing a resume for smn without relevant experience or a resume for academic/research jobs, like for a phd or postdoc.

@berry-w-243 4 ай бұрын

Where are the resume templates in the description?

@patenlikoyun 4 ай бұрын

OMG Erin! Thank you. I just realized how stupidly I was handling my resume!!

@sineadvandenberg3494 4 ай бұрын

me too! no wonder it's been sent all over the place and no Reponses

@jessiescreations8365 24 күн бұрын

This was very helpful on to ur other video … I’m changing careers been at my current for 20 years and my resume is super long so hopefully this will help me out thanks Erin

@ANANDALUV11 2 ай бұрын

This is so good thank you!!

@sriyalohar9905 4 ай бұрын

Hwy Erin , I love your videos and it really helps me a lot . And I've been dealing with a toxic workplace and toxic coworkers . I would really appreciate if you would make some videos on how to deal with toxic co workers and build more boundaries with your boss who tries to overstep and texts you at night . Thankyou

@saddamzohidov8471 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the advice And thanks for interview and

@robertandkristinhall5006 4 ай бұрын

I get really frustrated because most of my experience for the jobs I am looking for comes from 4 plus years ago. I have had "filler" jobs since then to pay the bills. But if I leave out my recent jobs it looks like I haven't worked in years! So I have no idea how to include all of this without having a 2 page resume. Ugh.

@victoriasegundo5652 3 ай бұрын

Do a functional resume like she said. Highlight your skills and then just list all of the jobs you have had underneath.

@robertandkristinhall5006 3 ай бұрын

@@victoriasegundo5652 Thank you! For some reason I always thought it was some kind of rule you had to list all the duties for every job lol

@thescribehustler1668 3 ай бұрын

I subscribed ... this was my 1st vid. super dope person! love ya energy. thanks for the FREE gems. I laughed @ myself & my resume. I have a ton of work to RE do. lol Thank you! Im sharing this with my tribe.

@philipsztark3268 7 күн бұрын

I love the Office cut scenes. This is definitely getting my like

@jeffsauceda Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for your help, I love you.

@mateuszwleklinski3882 4 ай бұрын

Love your videos 🎉 you sure are a fan of the Office ;D

@nais300 4 ай бұрын

@AdviceWithErin Hey Erin! Thanks so much for this video. You had said in the video that the templates you have are free but I can't find it. The link of the "How to Make a Really Good Resume" on your website with the resume template says it costs money. Am I mistaking a different template that you are describing?

@Npspider007 26 күн бұрын

You have me as a new subscriber bc of this amazing video!

@sierraarmstrong4111 9 күн бұрын

i freaking loved this video!! you broke everything down so perfectly i could actually wrap my brain around everything! I just cannot find the free templates you were talking about at the end of the video? I searched the whole description and cannot find a link or anything anywhere:(

@OneDiddy 2 ай бұрын

One thing that conflicts. You said make your resume ATS friendly, but in your thumbnail the resume has multiple columns. I've been told that's a NO NO from multiple recruiters.

@jbayne2 4 ай бұрын

Great video! I purchased that complete guide! One question is around the 1 page. I’ve had over 12 years of experience and 6 roles, near impossible to fit on one page. Is a second page okay in this situation?

@DivinelyEndlesslyBlest 3 ай бұрын

Thank You So Much. I Just Watched Your Video

@user-ws4ll4ob6o 2 ай бұрын

Almost 50 here in a new state and finding it "impossible" to get an interview, my resume style was from college 3/4 a lifetime ago...and so pondered on how to update what is pretty good but could be better and adaptable to the ATS systems... It just needs a shuffle!not a whole dance mind you, just a shuffle, and will give it a go... let's see how it works. will be back to tell the story

@TheLiberaceTheory 4 ай бұрын

Hi there! I’m an autistic job seeker and, like many autistic people, have autistic family members- meaning they couldn’t help me develop these soft job search skills, either. I’ve been using your videos for a Few months now to learn the lingo and get in the right social posture to apply for jobs. I appreciate your help!

@mortazarahmani5505 25 күн бұрын

Thank you for your video.👑👍🏻

@gellirollz 4 ай бұрын

I love these idea’s definitely the brain dump, but the issue I’m having is pivoting to health another industry as a digital marketer who worked in the entertainment, business and fashion industries. PS: the soda player examples where you want a coke vs the player with the sprite is a prefect examples of how my resume looks like 😂😂 thank you

@claireplump2789 4 ай бұрын

Hi Erin! I’m a filmmaker/photographer who recently moved to Chicago from NY, and I’m getting back into the freelance game. I’d love to do photo assisting/second shooting-I’m wondering if these same tips go for freelance work as opposed to traditional hiring managers? Maybe the technical skills/functional resume type you talked about is the best practice? Thanks for the video! 💓

@andreaho3847 4 ай бұрын

17:20. Super helpful content! Q: What is a CV vs resume? I’m a pharmacist. How far back do you go? Should I put my college hospital volunteering on my CV?! Jk. But no really.

@lg2525 2 күн бұрын

You are beautiful, it was very pleasant to hear a nice voice and precise English unlike some its hard to understand. Great Video Erin.

@sineadvandenberg3494 4 ай бұрын

I have 2 questions... How do you list an incomplete degree . qualification and the how do you explain / justify having been fired from a job at no fault of your own?

@lg2525 2 күн бұрын

I did the same, just write the yrs you did do and say not completed. As for been fired, everyone goes through it, just dont make to many excuses 1 liner and be honest. if you go on and on about it they wont call you back, and id recommend admit the mistake too. Unless of course you swiped a few $$$$$ from the till, cant help

@syedainbokaree 2 ай бұрын

What a remarkable video and lady...... I am tired from BABY monitoring/duty and its 1:00 AM ( mind you i use to sleep at 10:30... on the dot)... But funny thing, this video was not boring and difficult to grasp. Bravo... Going back to work force after 3 months on Parental Leave...

@jonatanmarin6980 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video!! Just wondering about adding a hobbies section... I heard once it's a good practice to show them that they are dealing with real people and not robots.

@lalbabukurmi7162 2 ай бұрын

I watch to last and I didn't get bored like other videos.

@jenpotatz6194 4 ай бұрын

It's so funny because I just had to rush my resume few days ago (spent literally 3 hours on a resume and a cover letter). I was hoping someone would tell me that it's all okay because DEAR LORD I WROTE "01st February" ON THERE. And you're here, telling me I had all the good sections and now I have to thank myself for actually deleted the phrase "detail-oriented" lol.

@dilzadebayo4311 Ай бұрын

Just deleted mine as well, changed it to on target😂

@Kismetncake 3 ай бұрын

@advicewitheric thanks so much for these great tips! I've been watching your videos for a long time and find them so useful. I hate to write this is in the comments but I was hoping to pick your brain a little more on creating a strong resume and cover letter after being laid off from two different companies two years in a row. After the first lay off I was able to bounce back and transition in to a better and higher paying position; however, after this second round of layoffs it has hit me really hard. I'm finding it really difficult to put my resume and cover letter together and get back in the game. I was hoping to use my newest position (obviously before being laid off) and build some management experience. Unfortunately, I was let go before I feel like I got the experience that would translate on my resume. I know I have the skills and ability to move to a management position but after these two lay offs I'm feeling really uncertain and like I don't have the credentials to aim for these management positions. Do you have any advice? Thank you so much for your videos and keep fighting the good fight!

@jeanineross8457 4 ай бұрын

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!

@joshshrewsbury8848 4 ай бұрын

Can you do a video on how to show your skills and abilities to your supervisor without coming off as arrogant or cocky?

@natnaelgetnet4330 3 ай бұрын

You told me everything I didn't wanna hear, but I needed to hear. Thanks sweetheart.

@tiffany236589 4 ай бұрын

@AdviceWithErin Question about quantifying, like you mention at 13:18 what if I don't want to continue working at that capacity? For example, I see up to 18 clients/day in my current job and I would like to reduce that number a little. How do I quantify without making it out like the employer or myself are expecting a similar client load?

@M.KashifJaved-ts5bj 4 ай бұрын

Perfect Mam

@seyoungl8021 2 ай бұрын

Hi Erin! I was hoping to get some advice whether I should add my location even if I'm applying to a job in different state. I feel like I don't get responses for some jobs because I'm living in different state, and would like to know if ATS also looks at at the location of the applicants.

@eyecyou84 4 ай бұрын

Is it best to have a Word doc or PDF when it comes to the ATS system?

@Career-Momentum 4 ай бұрын

🌟 Impressive Tips! 🚀 Designing a standout resume can feel daunting, but your step-by-step system makes it feel achievable. Your original approach is a game-changer for anyone navigating the job market. Thanks for sharing your expertise! 💼🔥

@nazarahthecat 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video @Erin. Could you make a video for writing an open application? Like you made one before for writing a cover letter using chatgpt? That would be of a great help. :) thanks!!

@rachell2172 4 ай бұрын

Question about the bullet points: I don’t have room for more than 2 or 3 bullets per relevant experience without pushing to two pages. Should I be focusing on one/two experience(s) only for those details?

@himashwitharana3263 4 ай бұрын

Light-years are a measure of distance! 😝

@mattdann5406 Ай бұрын

This is a mix of comedy sketch/clips, fun facts, and resume building, lol

@havboka 4 ай бұрын

What should I write in a professional summary if I have just got my degree? 🥺🥺 P.S. love you so much, your videos are so helpful!!!

@paolabuitrago6730 4 ай бұрын

I love you Erin ❤

@soar-above 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!!

@upalkundu2872 4 ай бұрын

Just one thing in this video, I would say apply to Jobs/ Industry you are most comfortable with and you resume will be already tailored.

@wonder7798 8 күн бұрын

I have a career coach, I have paid to have my resume critiqued and yet after 47 submitted resumes I haven't received any response. I am facing homelessness if I can't land something within one week. It is exhausting and stressful, very disconnected.