gossipmeng wrote:
Hi Wolfstand I took some time to browse through your website. While I can't judge the quality of your work I can certainly help out with the CV aspect of the website. (I work as an HR Consultant so I have a decent idea of the do's and don'ts for resumes).

My concerns lay mostly with the lack of self advertisement in the website. It is very helpful for some freelance websites to include a footer at the bottom of each page that lists (in a small font) your companies name, your name, and some basic contact info. Otherwise when I'm viewing your photography or web design all I see is Wulfstan Design. As a prospective client I shouldn't have to navigate to your contact/about me page to learn basic information beyond your company's name.

I was most disappointed with the About Me page. On the one hand you list your software skills, portfolio, and Resume - good stuff. What troubles me is this line:

"Although not trained as a designer, I did study technical illustration and have been involved in numerous design projects over the years."

It's honest, but honesty will not land you work. They don't need to know that you are not trained as a designer, your work should speak for itself and your resume will make it clear what you have and have not accomplished. Only talk about your experience and what you are capable off. You don't want to advertise your lack of experience or accreditation. Lastly, your name isn't anywhere on the page. I either have to open your resume or assume your name is Christian "Something" from your email address listed. Your contact information should be visible, near the top of the page so that it sticks in people's minds. When I click on your about me page, the first thing I look at is the random Adobe symbol.... I should be drown to your name and contact info, followed by a brief description of your expertise, services, and abilities.

Hope this helps


Edit: I noticed on your resume that the second thing listed is your marital status. Is this a required or customary inclusion for a resume in the UK? In Canada that information is illegal to request and would get a raised eyebrow from any recruiter - I'm just curious.