Resume - Work/Experience

Mike McCoy

Question to anyone, when it comes to making a resume, and even making an account/page on sites like LinkedIn for example, would you list your normal day job as well (assuming you're like me and work a 9-5 that is nothing to do with SFX), to at least show you are currently employed and not completely new to the workforce? I know in this course (The Business of Making Monsters) Shannon Shea discusses creating your resume to focus on the job you want (only adding Makeup if you want a makeup position, or only adding Props if you're looking for a prop position).  As much as I would like to do this full time, I'm not in the position to do so, so I'd still like to add my current position of employment, but is it necessary? Does anyone in the industry ever look into that or ask about it? Maybe it's a personal thing but just asking out of curiosity. Thanks!

Alexander H

For sure! When I have done resumes, I've put down a number of recent employments - generally the last three. For each of them, I put the business name, time employed there (start/end month and year), the role, and a brief overview of the role. This overview not only includes what I do, but if relevant, aspects of teamwork, time management, hygiene, communication, quality control, etc.

Your 9-5 job may not be creative, but I'm sure it includes some of the factors mentioned above, and likely others that apply to working in a professional atmosphere.

Mike McCoy

@Alexander H Yes, my 9-5 is nothing close to SFX/Creative things, but definitely professional and shows I know how to handle important documents and experience in previous jobs with shipping/receiving to get things out on a schedule. I just wasn't sure if it's something that should be included like a normal resume. I appreciate your input and advice!