Resume Paper: Ivory vs. White 32lb paper?

I carved mine in stone. Landed 5 job offers with it.

print it on pink construction paper instant win IMO

I've never had a problem just printing it on normal paper. If you put it on resume paper, make sure it's nothing crazy, avoid the really yellow ones and heavily textured papers. Personally, I think resume paper is a little douchey.

Regular paper.

I can't believe that Bryce prefers Van Patton's resume to mine

It doesn't matter, even though I typically take my CV to interviews, the interviewers almost always have a printed copy given to them by HR. So even if you do spend a lot of effort on finding the right paper, chances are your interviewers might not even get to have a look at your copy. And I guess even if they do see your copy, i doubt they'll spend more than 2 seconds thinking about it.

Second the above. Each superday I went to, every single one of the interviewers already had a cheap photocopy printed that typically looked like the cartridge was low. Come to think of it, I don't think I've ever even handed someone mine at an event, it was always "Here's my card, if you email me your resume I'll look at it for you."

I know some kids who go all-out and have the brilliantly subtle elegance of some unique resume paper design for theirs, but sometimes it's like, why.

Yeah, I am of the school of thought that the content is what matters most. Normal paper, M&I format, done.

It's all about what your resume says and how it is presented on the paper, not the type of paper. Save your money on resume paper and make sure the content and format are well-done.

Papyrus, I have it shipped directly from the Nile Delta in Egypt.

CapToed:

Papyrus, I have it shipped directly from the Nile Delta in Egypt.

HAHA

The standard paper is sufficient Lewis!

Utilize the search function as well as your brain.

Government Sachs:

I've seen some people with heavier paper and not white, more of a yellow/gold/parchment looking thing? How are these viewed? Tryhard or Smart?

Oh yeah, 2 second search got me this

http://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forums/resume-paper-ivory-vs-white-32lb-…

have had good success with this OP http://cjb-i.co.uk/oldmodx/assets/export/parchment-paper-background-717…

Never even thought about this as I've always used resume paper.

Is it necessary? To me yes. But I also deem it necessary to have 5 different font sizes and 3 different font types on my resume. So you be the judge.

"If you can't be good, look good."

It's more thing you can control.

resume paper, if you want to be a try-hard

Resume paper. Cheap at Walmart

Office depot has a bunch of good styles

Or you could just chisel that b*tch in stone. That'll get you noticed

basic resume paper would do.

pink construction paper

Gold.

Thanks for the tips guys. I wasn't aware that "resume paper" was an actual thing. I'll defiantly check walmart out.

Would a resume paper with a watermark be okay?

Like this: http://www.amazon.com/Southworth-Exceptional-Resume-Cotton-R14ICF/dp/B0…

Eggshell with Romalian type. Raised lettering, pale nimbus. White. Don't forget the watermark.

Btw am I the only one who sent only PDFs?

BankingWaffle:

Btw am I the only one who sent only PDFs?

Don't think so. However, if you are going for an informal interview, you might want to carry a resume (just in case)

I usually send the source doc and a pdf with handwritten comments and a note: "please fix and re pdf. tks."

Cruncharoo:

I usually send the source doc and a pdf with handwritten comments and a note: "please fix and re pdf. tks."

I am not sure if you are kidding. The note is just way too elaborate. Why don't you just go with something along the following lines "pls fx nd re pdf. tx"

Did the job for me.

Life is gonna get a lot tougher than this, kid.

As long as it's white and not cardboard paper I see no problem.

Probably not super important at any level during undergrad, maybe a minor difference maker during FT recruiting or out of b-school. Surely no one is dinging you for using standard printer paper.

So you were working for that company? Then, you can write it as one of the bullet points.

Does your username mean "Imperial Honey," or has Google Translator failed me again?

no i wouldn't do it. i actually put something similar to that..ringing the NASDAQ closing bell but only because it was part of the prize for winning the WHarton Business Plan Competition back in b-school...

Just go out and buy some resume paper from Office Depot. Make sure its white. Wouldn't see a resume or cover letter on computer paper.

i would definitely use nice paper - go to staples, buy a box of 500 sheets for $25, and you'll be set for every career fair, interview, and application you ever need to do. i bought one in september 2008 (beginning of junior year). i'm about to graduate and i still have about 3/5 of the box left. very good investment

you can also go to kinkos -- they have individual sheets of resume paper. i'd still buy the box @ stapes or OD -- great investment like dublin said.

I got some sweet heavy weighted paper from target also. As you shop for printing paper, you can also shop for toilet paper.

OK guys, also, I bought some large envelopes but I can't put them through my printer......should I use small envelopes and fold them or the larger envelope and just hand write it?

use the large envelope, or else you lose a lot of the effect of the nice paper. either handwrite it, or use labels and print on to those

Managed to get it through the printer, small crease at the bottom of the envelopes but could probably be passed off as USPS' treatment of mail. Thanks guys.

Or you can just use email...

Yea, I don't really know why you would be sending a resume in the mail (email a PDF version)... But if you must, yes buy white, heavyweight resume paper, and send it in a large envelope or a large envelope from FedEx or UPS. Also, if you can print it on a laser printer, because if you print on injet and it gets wet, the ink bleeds, which is not the case with laser. Even if you aren't mailing it though you are going to want to bring copies with you to networking events and interviews and those should be on nice paper as well.

Yeah very good point by Billy, always always always use a laser printer.

Makes you look like a douchebag. Standard paper is fine

I print on better paper, but NOT colored of any kind, and not card stock or something crazy. What i have sitting next to me right now is 24lb 100% cotton...whatever that means.

I saw a guy hand a recruiter a yellowed resume the other day and almost wept.

I use antiquated treasure map paper. Its a good way to stand out, and makes the recruiter subconsciously think that he has found a diamond in the rough.

Standard paper is fine

I think the first firm I got an offer at (F500 Pharma company) gave me the offer off of a resume with a coffee stain on it. Guess standing out is more important than standing out in a good way.

For resumes, if you use a slightly heavier weight than what's typically used, it makes it easier for your resume to get turned to. Otherwise, it's really not a big deal. Don't do anything fancy or crazy- just use plain white paper and maybe a slightly heavier stock than normal. (Not card stock).

IMHO, spend more time on the wording of the resume and focusing on the characteristics and the things that you've done that show you're uniquely qualified for the positions you hope to land than the paper on which the resume is. Too many job candidates out there for HR reps to notice paper. They will be looking for your qualifications though!

I write my resume on tea-stained paper with a feather quill pen. I sign my name in blood.