Infographic - How to write a profile for your CV

Jen David • November 24, 2021

Write a profile for your CV that packs a punch!


How should you start a CV? Possibly the most important part of your CV is the Profile (also called the Professional Profile or Summary). This is your elevator pitch. Make a fantastic first impression on the recruiter by following Word Dragon's top tips on how to write a CV personal profile that blows their socks off.


An infographic explaining how to write a strong CV profile

If you don't have the time or the inclination to write a knock-out personal profile, Word Dragon has you covered. Fancy someone else writing your CV for you? Just give me a shout.

Jen is a white woman with glasses and straight brown hair that ends just below her shoulders.


Jen  is a UK-based careers writer with over 15 years' experience in writing CVs for UK professionals. She is a certified member of the British Association of CV Writers, with a Master's degree in English, and has written and edited articles for international businesses.

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