Job Search Questions & Answers from the Experts at CV Genius

How big should a CV be?

TEST CONTENT UPDATE New Content There’s no specific limit to how big a CV should be. Your CV file size depends on many factors, such as the file format in which you’ve saved your CV and how many pages your CV is. A CV should be 1–2 pages in length depending on your work experience.

The typical file size for a 1–2 page CV saved as a PDF is below 300 KB. Unusual fonts, style graphics, and images (such as a headshot for a select few CVs, like an acting CV) can all cause your CV file size to be larger than normal.

Check allowable file sizes before uploading your CV to online job application portals, and consider compressing your CV when sending it as an email attachment if you’re worried employers won’t be able to open it quickly.

Testing Content Added Update 1: Keep your CV small with the help of a CV template.

A CV template can provide structure for your CV, preventing it from becoming too large (file size) or too long (page length). Listing only your most important work history in your CV's work experience section and using only the best fonts for a CV can also help to reduce your CV file size.