Micro-credential in Creating Impactful Video Resumes
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Hello everyone! Welcome to this course that is designed to help you in creating impactful video resumes. Go through each section and complete the given tasks. The expected learning time for this short course is 2 hours but you are free to complete the required tasks according to your pace within the course duration.
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In this section, we will cover:- Why video resumes can help you stand out.
- What recruiters actually care about.
- The simple framework we will use in this course: Personalisation, Presence, Production.
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In this section, you will be able to:- Identify what recruiters look for in a short video resume and link this to your own professional profile.
- Develop a concise, employer-focused script using the structure: Hook, Value, Proof, Close.
- Tailor your message so that it clearly communicates your strengths and relevance to a specific role or industry.
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In this section, you will be able to
Demonstrate on-camera eye contact, facial expression and posture that convey confidence and professionalism.- Use voice techniques such as pacing, projection and pausing to improve clarity and impact.
- Record and self-evaluate short practice clips, making targeted adjustments to improve your overall presence.
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In this section, you will be able to:
Set up a basic recording environment with suitable lighting, framing and background using available devices.- Optimise audio and video quality through simple technical choices and positioning.
- Apply basic editing steps to produce a short, polished video résumé ready for use in applications or online profiles.
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After you have completed all required tasks, you can generate your completion certificate via the link below.
NOTE: If you are name is duplicated, it could be due to system glitch. You can generate the certificate again once this is fixed. For now you can use the current version first.
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