You sent out 25 resumes last week.

Got 3 rejections.

And 22 silences.

Now you’re wondering: “Is it me? Or my resume?”

It’s not you.

It’s how your resume is structured.

Most UX designers write resumes like a list of tasks.

→ “Did this. Did that. Worked here.”

But the ones that get callbacks do this:

→ Tell a compelling career story

→ Quantify their impact

→ Show growth, not just experience

Let me walk you through the 9-step structure that got me hired — and earned a 50% salary bump:

1. Craft your UX designer narrative

→ What’s your unique angle? Self-taught? Ex-marketer? Ecomm-focused?

→ How did you get into UX — and what’s the thread connecting your roles?

→ Show how you’ve grown, not just what you’ve done.

Example:

Wrong: “I’m a designer with experience in various projects.”

Right: “Self-taught UX Designer who pivoted from marketing — now creating ecomm experiences that convert.”

2. Eliminate the fluff

→ Every bullet point should do 3 things: what you did, how you did it, and why it mattered.

→ Avoid vague language. Instead of “Improved website,” say “Boosted ecomm sales by 20% through a mobile-first redesign.”

3. Distinguish yourself

→ Showcase unique projects, certifications, or awards that align with your niche.

→ Your role matters — but your impact matters more.

Example:

Wrong: “Worked as an intern at XYZ Corp.”

Right: “Collaborated as a UX Design Intern on a mobile-first ecomm strategy, increasing mobile conversions by 15%.”

4. Quantify achievements

→ Numbers stick. They paint a clear picture of what you did and why it mattered.

→ Even small wins count: 10% reduction in churn, 3x faster user flow, 5 fewer support tickets.

5. Design and format for impact

→ White space is your friend. Clean fonts, clear sections, 1–2 pages max.

→ Use consistent formatting for bullet points, headings, and dates.

6. Reinforce your narrative

→ Use keywords naturally, not as spam.

→ Connect personal projects or side hustles to your career story.

→ Show how every role you’ve had is a stepping stone to where you’re going.

7. Length isn’t the key — substance is

→ A 4-page resume is a red flag. Keep it tight.

→ If it’s not relevant or results-focused, cut it.

8. Navigate ATS without gaming it

→ Use genuine keywords, not buzzword stuffing.

→ Avoid graphics-heavy templates — they confuse ATS systems.

9. Answer screening questions like a pro

→ Think “time, money, team, scope.”

→ Show leadership, initiative, and ROI in every response.

Bonus: Highlight career achievements upfront

→ Top of the page, 3 lines max.

→ Pick your 3 biggest, most quantifiable wins.

→ Example: “Led a 6-month project with a $50k budget, increasing user retention by 30%.”

Your resume isn’t just a record. It’s a story.

Make every word count.

Reply back to this email — what’s your take?