What is a curriculum vitae?

A curriculum vitae (CV), Latin for “course of life,” is a detailed professional document highlighting one’s education, experience and accomplishments. A CV may also include your professional references, as well as coursework, fieldwork, hobbies and interests relevant to your profession.

How do I create a professional CV?

Browse our selection of professionally designed CV templates. Choose a style that reflects your personality, or an industry-specific theme. Or, start with a blank document template and build your own CV from scratch. Click on your chosen template to go to Canva’s drag-and-drop editor.

What is the difference between a CV and a curriculum vitae?

Meanwhile, a CV is a lot more detailed. Curriculum vitae is the Latin term for “course of life,” and it’s meant to include all your experience so far, including all levels of education, publications, projects, and more. Typically, a CV is only required in the US and Canada when you’re applying for an academic or research position.