Stay Away From Photos or Other Large Graphics
Graphics, photos and other pictures are not usually a good idea to put on a resume. Again remember the scanability of the document. The computer will try to interpret the graphic images and turn them into type. Even if the resume is not scanned, it may be copied many times to distribute within the company or even faxed. Graphics, pictures and photos do not copy and fax well.
However if you are an artist or graphic designer you may want to display your creative abilities in your resume. If you are applying for a job where creative page layout and graphic design would be skills considered for employment, then by all means, be creative. Be tasteful, professional, but creative.
Another reason for not putting a photo on a resume, besides the fact that they don't scan or fax well, is the simple fact that an employer should not consider a candidate for employment from just seeing a head shot on a resume. This is unethical, so eliminate the temptation for them and don't put your photo on the resume.
As in most cases there are exceptions to every rule. One specific exception to this rule is that foreign companies requesting a curriculum vita require a photograph. You may also want to include your photo if you are an actress or model and are applying for that type of position.
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