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A creative C.V can be the difference between silence and “I got the job.” It helps you to stand apart in a sea of masses especially in a country as populated as Nigeria.

Also, a creative C.V can give you leverage when it’s time to negotiate for a salary because it just looks so well made just like the owner.

We found some creative C.V samples for you to explore if you have decided to stand out from the crowd.

Shall we?

1) I like what I see.

Here’s a link if this interests you.

2) I can’t apply for the same job as this person.

okkrrrrrr

3) Simple and sweet.

Canva is your plug for this one.

4) Minimalistic.

Here you go if this is your style.

5) Clean.

Astalavi, give them.

6) Not bad.

The best part is that this is such a user-friendly website.

7) Another banger.

Here you go. Again.

You should note that it’s not just enough for the C.V template to be beautiful, the content also has to match the beauty.

There are various C.V writing templates on the internet that can help you with this. An example is here.

In addition, just to be safe, save your digital C.V in PDF format after making it so it preserves text and image quality.

Did you miss this? you should definitely read this.

Hassan Yahaya

February 20, 2020

Hustle

cv, employment, Jobs
Job hunting in Nigerian is an extreme sport and for you to survive you must be well equipped. Your most important weapon is your C.V. and we are here to help you make it the best it can be.

Every little detail you put in it counts. Because that extra little detail that may or may not be true can change your life.
You know your CV is incredible when you highlight the fact that you are a self motivated individual who can work without supervision.

True or false, it must be there o.
Even if you don’t consider yourself a young dynamic individual, you must add it too.

It doesn’t matter if you are 45, just add it. You are young at heart.
If the only thing you know how to use a computer to do is play Solitare, you must add that you are computer literate.

“Okay ma, but I have one question, what do they use PowerPoint for?”
After putting that you are proficient with Microsoft Word you also have to add that you are proficient with Microsoft Excel.

“Yes, ma, I’m excellent with Excel, I almost studied it in school sef. “
What of your skill set? You can’t leave it out. We know they are many but you must add everything.

Plus the ones you are still aspiring to have. Add them.
Next is the number of languages you speak. If you only have English on your C.V. then you are not ready for life.

German, French, Yoruba, Chinese, Hausa, Spanish, Ibibio put all of them. The only thing you know in French is ‘Bonjour’? still, add it.
Employers also want to know what your talents are. If you didn’t finish with a first class or 2.1, this is your time to shine.

My talents include but are not limited to multitasking, leadership, working hard, efficiency and so on and so forth.
You must also add the fact that you work well under pressure. Even if the office is on fire you won’t leave your desk, your work comes before your life.

I can handle anything and anyone anywhere at anytime.
When it comes to handling people, you are an expert at it. You are a people person, in fact people have told you to run for president.

I also have the right team spirit. Me alone I have team spirit for the whole team.
What of work experience? let them know that you are 22 years old and you have 12 years experience. True story, you’ve been working since you were 10.

In fact, I might even be overqualified for this role, I just want to help you, people, out.
And finally attach a cover letter to your C.V. saying ‘It would be nice for you to consider my Résumé and hire me’.

Why? Because you’re hiring. *drops mic*

Eniola

August 13, 2018

General, Oldies

cv, hire, Office, resume, work
1. “Eh ya, sorry!”

Really?
2. “Send your CV”

So you’ll give it to the akara woman in your street, abi?
3. “Why don’t you start a business?”

With the money you gave me.
4. “Why are you waiting for the government to create jobs for you?”

Please don’t be foolish.
5. “Come and work for exposure”

BYE!
6. “What about civil service?”

Does your daddy have the connect though?
7. “Immigration is hiring”

I’m not ready to die please.
8. “We’ll get back to you”.

Don’t do this, please.
9. “You’re over-qualified for the position we’re offering”.

What does that even mean?
10. “Take this test…”

As per, WAEC part 2?

Maryam

April 20, 2017

Oldies

cv, employment, Job, Unemployed, work

1) I like what I see.

2) I can’t apply for the same job as this person.

3) Simple and sweet.

4) Minimalistic.

5) Clean.

6) Not bad.

7) Another banger.

Job hunting in Nigerian is an extreme sport and for you to survive you must be well equipped. Your most important weapon is your C.V. and we are here to help you make it the best it can be.

You know your CV is incredible when you highlight the fact that you are a self motivated individual who can work without supervision.

Even if you don’t consider yourself a young dynamic individual, you must add it too.

If the only thing you know how to use a computer to do is play Solitare, you must add that you are computer literate.

After putting that you are proficient with Microsoft Word you also have to add that you are proficient with Microsoft Excel.

What of your skill set? You can’t leave it out. We know they are many but you must add everything.

Next is the number of languages you speak. If you only have English on your C.V. then you are not ready for life.

Employers also want to know what your talents are. If you didn’t finish with a first class or 2.1, this is your time to shine.

You must also add the fact that you work well under pressure. Even if the office is on fire you won’t leave your desk, your work comes before your life.

When it comes to handling people, you are an expert at it. You are a people person, in fact people have told you to run for president.

What of work experience? let them know that you are 22 years old and you have 12 years experience. True story, you’ve been working since you were 10.

And finally attach a cover letter to your C.V. saying ‘It would be nice for you to consider my Résumé and hire me’.

1. “Eh ya, sorry!”

2. “Send your CV”

3. “Why don’t you start a business?”

4. “Why are you waiting for the government to create jobs for you?”

5. “Come and work for exposure”

6. “What about civil service?”

7. “Immigration is hiring”

8. “We’ll get back to you”.

9. “You’re over-qualified for the position we’re offering”.

10. “Take this test…”