Different terminology is applied in different countries:
- Resume is used exclusively in the USA.
- CV is used in Europe, America, Asia and Africa.
Different content and objectives.
Resume: emphasizes information on the experience, abilities and studies relevant for the objectives that must be fulfilled in a certain position for which you are applying, or in which selection process you are taking part.
CV: is a compilation of all the academic data and experience of a person throughout their life (as vitae indicates the Latin term life), unrelated to the position you are applying for or in which selection process you are taking part. The structure usually is personal data, academic, experience, languages, computer science and other data, all in chronological order.
Type of company and position to which it should be directed.
Resume: Commercial positions, directors, media, audio-visual, creative...
CV: More appropriate for academic positions, scientists, doctors, research, technologies....
See also...
How to write a Cover Letter
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