What should a resume photo look like?

Reminders for "Application" application

Things to note when taking resume photos

1. Try to match your own temperament with the photo, without too much difference.

2. Neat hairstyle is very important, avoid unkempt hair.

3. Clothing should be as crisp as possible without obvious wrinkles.

4. Be energetic, not sluggish.

5. It must be a recent photo, do not take out photos from your freshman year.

6. Paying attention to photos does not equal artistic photos.

Resume photos are not important in the eyes of HR. The importance level is only 5.

A small photo has almost become the beginning of job hunting for college students. A recent university graduate said, "Photos will bring me unexpected opportunities. Now is different from before. The competition is so fierce. The photos on the resume are the 'facade'. If you take just one, you will lose." The first impression is there."

In line with this trend, the so-called "magic" really thinks that without that perfect photo that he doesn't even recognize, his career path will be dark. Is this really the case? What is the position of resume photos in HR's mind? Can the quality of a photo really determine your future?

The importance of photos is only 5

How much recognition does the human resources department give to photos when screening resumes? According to a survey of more than 20 human resources managers by "Shen" newspaper, the answer is that photos can only account for at most 5% of the importance during a few minutes of browsing resumes. Even many resumes without photos can be quickly recognized by HR because of their excellent content.

An administrative assistant of a foreign-funded company confessed to reporters: "When I applied for a job, there was no photo on my resume." He said that he had never taken any so-called "resume photos" because he I have never figured out where to put such a "job application photo" - my resume has long been crowded with various academic certificates and work experience, and there is really no room to add another photo. In the opinion of this administrative assistant, if you attach a photo of yourself to your resume, the possibility of the company expelling you will actually increase - who can guarantee that the HR director will not cause any unpleasant memories when seeing your appearance? Woolen cloth? Another college student who is looking for a job is also worried about his classmate who carefully prepared resume photos: The makeup is too similar, and this photo studio is too prestigious. If everyone goes there to take pictures, the company HR will see it as if they are the same person. How will you feel about the photos carved out of the mold.

Don’t waste time on photos

Mr. Zhao Limin, a senior human resources expert, said very directly: There is no need to waste time on photos. With nearly 30 years of experience in human resources management, he said that in fact, a lot of time and effort are wasted on photos, mostly to satisfy the job seekers' own psychological satisfaction. They believe that this is also part of their efforts to find a job. But this part of the effort and reward are often not proportional. What human resources experts value most is what work experience you have had.

Bruce, the human resources director of a foreign-funded enterprise, expressed his opinion: "Photos are 'magical' and exaggerated." Some people say, "A photo is worth a thousand words." Could a photo be enough for you? Open the employer's door? I've never encountered anything like this.

As long as the resume photo is simple and generous. When a company recruits people, it mainly depends on the knowledge and skills of the job seeker, the school and major you graduated from, what kind of training you have received, and what projects you have participated in. ...If job seekers place too much emphasis on the role of photos, it is inevitable that they will be putting the cart before the horse. During the interview, it can be seen that not all companies value resume photos. For example, in many "technology-led" high-tech companies, in "knowledge-intensive" IT companies, and in the recruitment information of many companies' technical departments, it is difficult for job seekers to find "Please attach a recent photo to your resume." requirements. When applying for these companies and departments, resume photos do not play a major role. Sometimes, the photos even have to "make way" for your qualifications and academic qualifications to avoid overshadowing your job.

Headhunters also have a curiosity-seeking mentality

Just because photos do not require much effort to prepare, it does not mean that all employers do not pay attention to appearance. Some positions, such as secretarial, public relations, and sales, still have certain requirements for appearance. But this requirement is not the so-called beauty of the country and the fragrant jade trees in the wind, but dignity, neatness and generosity. If the job seeker's artistic photos show him or herself as a beautiful woman or a handsome man, it may also arouse the interest of the headhunter. After all, beauty is always desirable. But the premise is that you must have absolute confidence in your appearance. If a headhunter pays attention to you due to curiosity, but is disappointed after meeting, the result may be even worse. Moreover, once the word "integrity" arouses the resentment of human resources managers, at least it will be difficult for them to stand up.

The boss of a private foreign trade company introduced their company’s selection strategy to reporters: Resumes are the first meeting between job seekers and the company. When selecting resumes, this company has this policy for the personnel department: Requirements: Choose good ones that “sell well”. The company's general manager told reporters that today's job seekers will attach their own photos to their resumes. When selecting resumes, the company's personnel department must first look at the two rigid terms "school" and "major" Indicators, when these two indicators meet the company's requirements, then you have to look at the photos.