Screenshots: Find the right job with these five resume apps

Introduction

Any job seeker will tell you that having a great resume\r\nis critical to the success of the hunt. It’s the tool that can get you in the\r\ndoor for an interview. At one time, building a resume was a somewhat daunting\r\nprocess. But today, countless apps are available to help you. We’ll focus here\r\non five of the best choices.

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Easy Resume Creator Pro

Easy Resume Creator Pro sells for #34.95, but a free\r\ntrial version is available for download.

JobTabs Free Resume Builder

The main thing I like about this app is that it is\r\nextraordinarily simple to use and allows for the creation of multiple resume\r\nstyles. JobTabs also includes a nice thesaurus, with an onscreen verb list for\r\neasy reference. For example, the Communications Skills section lists words such\r\nas composed and clarified.

Career Igniter Resume Builder

The disadvantage is that the application is limiting. It\r\ndoesn’t allow for multiple resume styles or for an extensive list of\r\ncertifications or work experience. Even so, it has its place. Career Igniter is\r\na good choice for those who are just starting out and need to create a resume\r\nsimply and easily.

All Purpose Resumes

All Purpose Resumes sells for $15, but a free trial version\r\nis available for download.

Multimedia Resume Maker

All in all, this application seems a bit gimmicky. It\r\nfocuses almost exclusively on creating multimedia, with little resume-related\r\nguidance. I decided to include it here because I have always admired\r\ncreativity–and this app lends itself well to the creative process. Even so,\r\ngetting a potential employer to install the viewer and watch the presentation may\r\nbe difficult.