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Costume Parisien Fashion Plate, 1821

Batman, Stephen, d. 1584. The doome warning all men to the iudgemente, 1581.

STC 1582

Only a few days until Woodlands is available on Kickstarter! The new, expanded edition of this previously sold out art book will be 96 pages total (including 36 brand new pages).

I tried so hard, blocking out the waves But my ocean heart never let it go This people, my people Sea people cannot really leave

Chiricahua Apache woman, Hattie Tom

c. 1899

Creating a strong administrative assistant resume is essential if you're looking to land your next job in a competitive office setting. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, your resume must clearly show your ability to handle multiple tasks, support executives, and maintain office efficiency. Let’s explore how you can write a compelling resume that gets noticed.

Understand the role of an administrative assistant Before you start writing your resume, it’s important to understand what employers expect. Administrative assistants are often the backbone of the office. They schedule meetings, manage documents, communicate with clients, and help keep operations running smoothly. This means your resume should reflect your organizational skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities.

Choose the right resume format The most recommended format for an administrative assistant is the reverse-chronological resume. This structure focuses on your most recent experiences and shows your growth in the field. If you have gaps or are changing careers, a combination resume might work better, highlighting your skills before listing experience.

Start with a strong professional summary Your resume should open with a summary that captures your top skills and experience in 2–3 sentences. Highlight how long you’ve worked in administrative roles, your main strengths, and any relevant certifications.

Highlight essential skills In your skills section, include both hard and soft skills such as:

Calendar and meeting management

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Data entry and record keeping

Write clear and tailored work experience In your job history, list your position, the company, how long you worked there, and a few important accomplishments in bullet form. Focus on achievements, not just duties. Use metrics when possible, such as:

“Managed schedules for a team of 10 executives, reducing scheduling conflicts by 30%.”

“Organized and maintained a digital filing system, improving document retrieval time by 40%.”

Include certifications and education Add any certificates you have, like Microsoft Office Specialist, Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), or similar credentials. Make sure to mention your education, at least a high school diploma or higher.

Use examples for inspiration If you’re unsure how to structure your resume or what content to include, reviewing samples can be incredibly helpful. This Administrative Assistant Resume Example provides tips for formatting and keyword placement, helping you build a more professional resume.

CREATING BLUEY - Tales from the Art Director

Chapter 4 - It's (gotta be) Done! Beyond Bluey

The final chapter. Beyond Bluey and the power of Animation

FREE on Substack

His dead brother’s wife?!!! Scandalous!!

What can I say, they are the OTP of The Way of Kings. 

As you can see this one too went through several iterations. The first version of them I painted last year ago while visiting Alaska with my friend and co-conspirator. But it felt too stiff and didn’t fit very well with the first WoK cover we made for this series. So after some months I sat down again and now I am really happy with it ☺️

I hope you like it, too.

Typography and book mockup as ever by the brilliant @priscellie .

Prints of the illustration (sorry, still just the image without the text) are also available at my inprnt store 

(you can make use of their holiday sale right now)