Making Your Mark: Creating a Resume Headline that Grab's Attention

Posted by Christchurch Resume on 3 Dec 2025

A resume summary, headline, and objective are all important elements of a well-formatted resume. They’re the first thing that an employer review and should be tailored to the specific job you’re applying for. We at Christchurch Resume, we specialize in providing resume writing services to aid you in standing out from the crowd. In this post, we’ll give you guidelines on how to write the perfect resume headline, summary and goal.

How to write a resume Headline

A headline for your resume is a short paragraph in the upper right corner of your resume which summarizes your skills and qualifications with a catchy and captivating way.

  1. Keep it brief Your resume’s headline should be a short description. Limit it to just a few words or a brief sentence.
  2. Utilize keywords: Choose keywords relevant to the job you’re applying for. This will make your resume be recognized by the hiring manager and the applicant tracking system (ATS).
  3. You can tailor it to the position Your resume’s headline should be tailored for the specific position you’re applying for. Highlight your experience and skills which are relevant to the position.
  4. Be creative: Be creative with your headline and make the headline pop.
  5. Get help from a professional: If you’re having trouble writing your resume’s headline or help tailoring it to the work you’re applying for, consider getting assistance from a professional at Christchurch Resume.

How to write a resume Objective

A purpose for your resume is a sentence on your resume’s top which explains your career goals and the specific job that you’re seeking.

  1. Keep it simple Your resume’s objective should be a brief statement. Limit it to a couple of sentences or bullet points.
  2. Make it specific to the job: Tailor your resume objective to the job that you’ll be applying to. Define how you can contribute to the company’s goals.
  3. Be specific: Give specific details about your career goals , and how they align with the job you’re applying for.
  4. Seek professional help: If you’re struggling to write your resume’s purpose or assistance in tailoring it to the job, consider seeking assistance from a professional at Christchurch Resume.

How to write a resume Summary

A resume summary is a brief paragraph on the front of your resume, which highlights your experience and qualifications. It should be a few paragraphs or bullet points, and should highlight your most relevant abilities and achievements.

  1. Keep it brief: A resume summary should be a brief summary of your skills and qualifications. Keep it to a few paragraphs or bullet point.
  2. Use keywords: Include keywords that are relevant to the position you’re applying for. This will make your resume be noticed by hiring managers as well as the applicant tracking system (ATS).
  3. You can tailor it to the position Your resume summary should be tailored to match the job that you’re applying to. Highlight your skills and experiences that are most relevant to the position.
  4. Include your most recent and relevant experience: Make sure you highlight your latest experience and that is relevant to your job. This will demonstrate to the hiring manager that you’ve got the qualifications and experience they’re looking for.
  5. Seek professional help: If you’re struggling to compose your resume’s summary or require assistance with structuring it for the work you’re applying for, seek assistance from a professional at Christchurch Resume.

By following these tips by following these guidelines, you can craft your resume’s headline, summary, and objective that effectively emphasizes your skills and qualifications. Create them according to the job you’re applying to and take professional advice if required. Christchurch Resume can also assist with your resume and ensure that your resume stands out from your competition.

Alongside a compelling summary of your objective, headline, and summary, make sure to also include relevant experience, education and other relevant skills within your CV. Use powerful action verbs to explain your previous responsibilities and achievements, and also measure your accomplishments whenever you can. For instance, instead of using the phrase "Helped customers with their queries," say "Assisted over 100 customers per week with service and product related inquiries, which resulted in 20 percent increase in customer satisfaction ratings.

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