Creating A TikTok Resume In 6 Easy Steps

TikTok is not only about trendy dance moves and fun challenges. People are using TikTok to score their dream jobs. The process is not that complicated either. All you have got to do is: (1) search for your preferred jobs, (2) post a resume video, and (3) apply.

Resumes used to be only ink on paper until a few years ago. Today, resumes come in all forms. Did you know that TikTok started a pilot resume program that helps job seekers to apply for jobs efficiently? Have no doubt in the process because big players like Chipotle, Forever 21, the NBA, Nascar, Shopify, and TikTok themselves use this recruitment method.

Although the first round of job applications has already ended, you can create and keep your resume ready for the next round of hiring for awesome jobs!

1.Getting started

Before you create/record your own resume, get an idea of how other people do it. For this, you can go on TikTok by creating a profile. First, open TikTok. Hit the search button and use the hashtag #TikTokResumes to find the content of other people who have created resume videos. You can select a few resume videos related to your industry, experience level, and job title to get an idea of what to do. Be careful to:

• Only use your first name
• Not give out personal info
• Not reveal your email address and phone number
• Arrange your background to not give away your physical address

2.A greenscreen will come in handy

Having a greenscreen behind you will give you full control of your background. You won’t have to worry about accidentally revealing personal details or giving away your location. You’ll also have more editing freedom.

You don’t need to be a creative whizz to make a compelling TikTok resume. Any person from any field can create a successful TikTok resume by including the right things in the video background. Some usually displayed content in the background are:

• Graduation pics of your college degree
• Screenshots of websites featuring your work
• Social media content you’ve created
• Photos of you at industrial events
• Images of you at work

3.How to keep your resume audience engaged?

You won’t intrigue a hiring manager by sitting on your couch and talking to the microphone. You’ll catch the interest of many employers if you do something in your resume video. Make sure that the person viewing your video won’t forget you anytime soon. Use all of your imagination to come up with a catchy video that will engage your audience in the best way possible.

4.Create yourself a TikTok resume script first

An ideal TikTok resume video must be 30 seconds or shorter. Ensure that your script mentions all the right keywords that are featured in the job descriptions of relevant positions. Here’s an example that you could follow:

“Hi, I’m (YOUR FIRST NAME). I recently graduated from (YOUR COLLEGE) and earned a Bachelor of (YOUR FIELD) degree in [THE SUBJECT]. I’ve earned the (AWARD) at college and actively participated as (POSITION) in (EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY). I have worked for (COMPANY NAME) for the last 4 months where I served as (YOUR JOB TITLE) and helped the company grow its online presence by 80%. I am passionate about creating content that brings people together. I am so excited to start working with you. Do send me a message!”

5.Plan the visuals in your video

Dress as you would for a formal interview. The impression you give through your outfit will be a lasting one in the viewer’s mind.

Use your greenscreen to its best advantage by displaying the right content. Highlight your skills and experience by bringing the viewer’s attention to examples of your previous work. Time the elements of the video background with your narration. TikTok has a wide range of features you can use to add text boxes to your video and to change the appearance of text.

6.Don’t forget your call to action

Mention what you want your viewers to do at the end of your TikTok resume video. Be confident and pleasant. Tell your viewers that you are excited to start working with them and ask them to contact you!