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How long should a resume be? Like what’s the sweet spot?
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I kept freelance stuff in a separate projects section so it didn’t make everything run long. might help you too!
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as a recruiter: 2 pages is fine if it’s relevant. but if you’re putting stuff from 2011 that doesn’t apply… cut it 😅
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one page is great for junior folks but once you’ve got a decade of work? 2 is totally normal imo
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Got 10+ yrs too and my resume’s 2 pages, no complaints. Never had anyone say it was “too long.”
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if it’s relevant, keep it. just make sure your best stuff is on page 1 so they don’t have to flip.
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also in marketing, and mine’s 2 pages. 1 felt way too cramped once i passed 5 yrs experience tbh.
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I’m updating my resume and not sure if I’m overthinking this, but how long is actually okay? I’ve got around 10 years of experience, a couple job switches, and some freelance stuff I’d like to include… but it’s getting into 2-page territory fast.
I keep reading conflicting advice Some say 1 page is a must or recruiters won’t even glance at it, others say 2 pages is fine as long as it’s relevant. I’m in marketing, if that matters.
What do y’all think? Should I trim it to death to fit one page or let it breathe a bit more if I’ve got legit experience? Curious what’s worked for others, especially if you’ve been hired recently.