There are two main types of CV structure. Which CV structure you choose is likely to depend on your experience and the job you’re applying for. You may also consider an alternative CV structure if it provides a better showcase of your skills. The different types of CV structure are: Chronological The chronological CV, or traditional CV, is the most common type in the UK and most English speaking countries. It emphasises your work history and achievements, placing these in a prominent position directly below your contact details and CV summary. Chronological CVs tend to list your employment in reverse chronological order, starting with the current or most recent role. For each employment, list your duties and achievements and demonstrate how they meet the requirements of the role. Chronological CVs tend to be favoured for professional roles, or positions that require senior, experienced candidates. Functional The functional CV is also known as the skills-based CV. Instead of emphasising your work experience, a functional CV places your skills in a more prominent position. This can be useful if you’re just starting out in your career, if you don’t have much relevant work experience or for roles that demand a particular skill set. Other types of CV These are some other types of CV you might consider using, depending on the industry, the role, your experience and skills: Europass CV: Europass is an initiative from the European Union to help people create their CV. The profile and CV builder tools use established formats and allow the use of 29 different languages, to make it easier to submit your CV for jobs across the EU. ATS CV: ATS stands for ‘Applicant Tracking System’. These are automated or semi-automated software systems that sort CVs, scan the information and even rank CVs before recruiters review them. Creating an ATS-friendly CV means following standard rules for formatting, structure and design that make it more likely for your CV to be ranked highly by the software. Video CV: A video CV can be a great way of introducing yourself and explaining why you’re a suitable candidate for a role. You might create a video CV for roles in sales, marketing, PR or creative industries. Video CVs often accompany a written document, providing a chance for your personality, professionalism and self-confidence to shine through. Creative CV: Creative CVs offer an opportunity for you to showcase your professional skills. As such, they tend not to follow a traditional CV structure. They might incorporate elements of graphic design, video, animation or technology, to demonstrate why you’re suitable for a particular creative role.