It’s obvious this is a Resume as

it starts with their name as a

Pat Flinders title.

2/56 High Street, Old Town, SA 5999 International students could include
details of their visa, emphasising
Mobile: 0400 123 456 working conditions here.
Email: patflinders@gmail.com
Twitter: @pedalmatt
LinkedIn: http://au.linkedin.com/pat-flinders

CAREER STATEMENT
Final year student with a passion for community engagement in sport and recreation, keen to
make a difference to XXXX. I am keen to contribute my XXX skills in a regional community;
drawing on my background in XXXX and experience across XXXX.

This is a positioning state-

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS ment to outline your suitability
for the role.
2014 – Current Public Health Australia - Student Member
Should only be 3-4 lines long.
Enables reader to quickly
EDUCATION make connection between the
role and your experience.
Tertiary
2014 - 2016 Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Activity
Flinders University
Highlight current education as this is
Grade Point Average 5.39/7
the primary credential for the graduate
Key subject areas: role.
Also include major projects, research
experience and so on, depending on
Professional Development your discipline area.
12/11/15 Cultural Fitness Training, Relationships Australia
12/10/15 Essentials for Coaching Children, Office for Recreation & Sport

Secondary
2012 Year 12 SACE Detail dates and training provider.
Old Town High School
Sports Captain, Student Representative & Council Representative

Make sure there are no spelling

Include if recent and focus on activ-
mistakes. ities that differentiate you such as
Proofread before you send the awards, prizes and school leader-
document.
Be consistent in your use of
font size.
Leave space between sections.
Use a footer to include your name
and page numbers.

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 List the most relevant information
for the position first. Do you need
subheadings? Health Sector Experi-
COMMUNITY RECREATION EXPERIENCE ence, Sports Development & Mar-
Placements keting experience and so on? Then
use reverse chronological order in
Sept – Nov 2016 each section.
Novita Children's Services
 Worked on a project to enhance the inclusion of children with disabilities
in active community recreation programs
 Developed a database of community-organised recreation groups and
clubs
 Conducted qualitative interviews with key stakeholders including XXX
 Facilitated 5 community forums of up to 12 participants each, to assess
needs and barriers to participation
 Accurately recorded and analysed responses List specifics and dates for each
 Developed recommendations to build participation in sport and recre- organisation.
ation. Be specific and descriptive with
the tasks you have done. Match
these to the position description
Nov – Dec 2016 of the job you are applying for.
XYZ Centre List the most important duties
 X first.
Use action verbs to start each
 Y etc.
phrase.

Sports & Recreation Volunteering

Jan 2014 – Current
Bicycle SA Marshall – Grand Slam Series
 Coordinate team of 10 volunteers
 Use radio communication to update race director, marshals, escort vehi-
cles and organizers
 Apply Emergency Procedures when accidents occur and prepare Incident
Reports
 Exercise judgment when directing riders and other road users
 Signal directions clearly and confidently

Professional Service
2015 – Current
Event Officer, Health Students Society Include volunteer work, extra-
curricular activities that demonstrate
 Developed and implemented a year-long program of skills such as organisation, team
social, careers and professional events working in a 3-person work and interpersonal skills as well
team. as service to your community.
 Attended monthly committee meetings to report on activities.

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EMPLOYMENT
2015- Current
Barista, Flinders Expresso

 Provide friendly & efficient customer service.

 Professional attitude to producing consistently excellent coffee resulted in in-

creased coffee sales and repeat patronage.

 Produce high volumes of coffee (up to 2kg of coffee per hour) in a dynamic fast
paced environment.

 Coach team members in coffee-making skills.

 Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.

SPORTS SECTOR ENGAGEMENT

2015 Season
South Australian National Football League, Umpire
 Umpired in U/10’s to U/14’s Australian Rules Football games in accordance
with the Laws of the Game

 Communicated confidently and assertively with all players

Provides evidence of your
 Reported players who commit match offences transferable skills.
 Accurately signalled and recorded all goals and behinds Always be honest about
your level and proficiency.
 Liaised with all other umpires officiating in the match as well as coaches,
Decide where this could ap-
players, and facility managers. pear in your resume—
perhaps it could be posi-
tioned earlier depending on
2015/2016 Seasons the focus of the target job/
Sports College Year 10 Football Coach
 Worked with the Head Coach to develop and establish appropriate training pro-
grams.
 Responsible for supervising 22 Year 10 footballers, ensuring safety at all times
 Arranging and monitoring practice sessions to build stamina and technique
 Worked with each player to develop their skills in playing their position
 Analysing team strengths and areas for development, and developing game
skills strategies accordingly
 Provided motivational speeches before, during and after the game to encour-
age and inspire players
 Contributed extensive knowledge of the rules and regulations of football, the
code of conduct, AFL Kids First Policy and AFL Next Generation Australian
Football Match Policy to provide accurate information on game rules and tech-
niques.

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INTERESTS
Subscribe to Australian Physical Activity Network - fortnightly e-News and AIS news.
Play social netball and hockey for XX Club; organised games schedule and venues.
Scuba diving (have a Padi advanced open water divers licence).

SKILLS PROFILE
 Professional communication skills developed through placements, 5 years’ customer service experi-
ence and recreation volunteering.
 Written communication skills demonstrated through achieving credits and distinctions in over 70% of
my coursework.
 Ability to work in a team as a result of hospitality sector experience, and group projects at university.
 Effective organisational and time management skills demonstrated through successfully completing
full-time study while maintaining casual employment, sporting and volunteer commitments.
 Proficient computer skills: Microsoft Office software including MYOB, Outlook, Word, Excel, Power-
Point and Access.

Include at least two referees.

Personal referees are not suitable. They need to be
able to speak about your skills and work ethic.
List their job title, telephone contact number and email.
Let your referees know that they have been included on
your CV and that keep them informed about the jobs
REFEREES
Mrs. Jo Bloggs
Senior Worker
Organisation
Tel: (+61 8) 8375 6600
Email: blogs@pl.com.au
Relationship: Placement Supervisor

Professor Ash Jones

School of XXXX
Flinders University
Tel: (+61 8) 8201 3911 - switchboard
Email: jones@flinders.edu.au
Relationship: Course Coordinator

Use the fictitious and basic illustrative examples provided here to give you an idea about
how to go about your written applications - but don’t copy them. Draw on your own unique
experiences to present yourself positively!