First off, it’s essential to clarify what we’re discussing when we say a “type” of resume. By “type,” we’re referring to a resume design style. That is sometimes confused with a resume format, which is also important, but more concerned with the way your resume is organized rather than aesthetics and design elements. Resume designs and formats seem similar but are indeed different! The quintessential designs are basic, professional, modern and creative. Basic and professional resumes are both more or less traditional resumes with varying degrees of decorative elements. Basic resumes tend to be stripped-down of the two; professional resumes have a bit more pizazz.