Do You Need a Photo on Your CV?
Photo or no photo on a South African CV? The short, clear answer.
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Short answer: no. Leave it off.
Here is why:
- It takes up space your experience could use
- It can introduce bias before anyone reads a word
- It can confuse the software that screens your CV
When it is fine
A photo only makes sense in a few creative or personal-brand roles that specifically ask for it. For almost every graduate job in South Africa, skip it.
Let your skills and results do the talking. More on getting the format right.
Frequently asked questions
Should I put a photo on my CV in South Africa?+
No. It wastes space, can introduce bias, and often confuses the software that screens your CV.
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