Resume Section Headings

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Resume Section Headings

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Headings are one of the major design elements of a resume. How you choose to divide sections determines the readability of your resume. Graphic lines and/or white space help define groups of similar information and draw the reader's eyes down the page.

One of the keys to a readable resume is the judicious use of white space, and consistent spacing in critical. You will notice throughout the samples in this book that more white space is used between major sections than within sections. This breaks the resume into easily digested chunks of information. The white space between these sections should be identical throughout the resume. Likewise, the smaller white space within sections should be the same throughout.

There are two basic positions for your headings. One is centered (Sample Resume) with or without lines, and the other is left justified ( Resume Sample). Which style you choose depends on what you find pleasing to your eye. There is no right or wrong way. If you like the design, then it is a good fit with your personality. Some of your options include: