From Chronological to Functional: Exploring Resume Format Options

Posted by Bundaberg Resume on 27 Jan 2026

What is the best resume format? There are a variety of options, and it depends on the specific job and your background on which option to select. The most common to choose from are: Reverse-Chronological, Functional, Combination.

Your resume is a critical instrument for job searching and you must ensure that it’s properly formatted and simple to read. In Bundaberg Resume, we specialize in resume writing services to aid you in standing out from the competition. In this post, we’ll discuss the various types of resume formats as well as some suggestions on how to select the most appropriate one for your needs.

  1. Reverse-Chronological: This format is the most common and is the best for those with a solid work history. It lists your work experience in reverse-chronological order, with your most recent job at the top.
  2. Functional: This format is best for people who have diverse or non-linear experience in the workplace. It focuses on your skills and achievements, rather than the work experience.
  3. Combination: This format combines elements of the reverse-chronological and functional formats. It highlights your skills and accomplishments, while also listing your work history in reverse-chronological order.
  4. Tailor it to the job Make sure you tailor your resume to the job you’re applying for. Choose a format that highlights the abilities and experiences that are most relevant to the position.
  5. Get help from a professional: If you’re struggling with deciding on the right format, or require assistance tailoring it to the job seek out professional assistance from Bundaberg Resume.

Each of the formats have their own pros and drawbacks. The reverse-chronological format is best for those with a solid work history, the functional format is best for those with diverse or non-linear work experience, and the combination format is a good balance of both. Make sure your resume is tailored to the job you’re applying for , and consult a professional for help. Bundaberg Resume can also assist with the creation of a successful resume that highlights your abilities and experiences.

Amazing fast and professional service. Highly recommended.
Timothy Berg
Tanja and the rest of the team are professionals and amazing. I had issues, but they went out of their way to help. To ensure my resume is quality and the best. Tanja is a supersta. Her work is second to none. I would recommend anyone that’s needing an updated resume to go to them. Best in Bundaberg.
KB B
Thank you so very much, Tanja and team! Our resumes look amazing! Appreciate all your help!
Wilfred Botin
Highly reccommemd Bundaberg Resume. Tanja produced a complete face lift on my resume. Also got a cover letter and selection critera done within the time frame i needed.Cost is very reasonable also. Thank you Tanja!!!
Matt Chung
Great job Tanja quick and very high quality work. Many thanks.
Owen Scanlon
I moved to Australia 2.5 years ago. After feeling stagnated in my job, I started to look at my resume again and attempted to update it. After realising it was extremely outdated, I enlisted the help of Perth Resume. Tanja was great, very prompt at replying to any queries I had and returned an updated resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile within 3 business days. I must say the documents look great. Highly recommended.
William Worsley
Exceptional - Process was amazing - Tanja was very specific and strategic; Love the interaction!
Jin Simon Shin
I had an amazing experience with their service. This includes timely response, friendly service, professionalism, attention to details and high quality of the final product. Thank you for the wonderful experience.
Vaneeshal Shivali
Bundaberg resume helped me land my dream job. Not only was the service second to none, but they genuinely cared to help me. After applying to more then 50 jobs and no call back, literally within a few days of getting my resume professionally written by Bundaberg Resume I couldn't keep up. If only I knew this was going to make such an impact to my job search I would of acted sooner. I cannot thank you guys enough, you have literally helped me land the job of my dreams.
Sandra Tricoli
Trying to remove but unable to ATM. Sorry about the mistake. Have changed review but if I can remove it I will.
Lina Stead
The Key to a Winning Resume: Choosing the Right Format for Your Career

Resume

We provide professional resume writing services.

The Key to a Winning Resume: Choosing the Right Format for Your Career

Cover Letter

We provide professional cover letter writing services.

The Key to a Winning Resume: Choosing the Right Format for Your Career

LinkedIn Profile

We provide professional linkedin profile writing services.

The Key to a Winning Resume: Choosing the Right Format for Your Career

Contact Us

Click the button below to get in touch.

About Us &

What We Do

We provide professional resume writing services and our very seasoned resume writers will make sure that your resume stands out among the crowd.

We are a team of highly qualified and seasoned Recruiters, consultants and HR Professionals who are dedicated to providing you with an exceptional, well-written resume or cover letter.

We pride ourselves on our vast knowledge of best-practice hiring methodologies and Australian recruitment standards. Also, our expertise in a vast variety of industries and professions means that we can produce a high-quality, impactful resume that suits your specific needs.

Our end goal is to deliver you with a striking and impressive resume that is perfectly maximised for success in the competitive Bundaberg job market.

We provide a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our services, so you can be sure that you will be happy with your new resume or cover letter.

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
Make an Enquiry

Request a Quote

Fill out the form below to get in touch or call us today on
1300 993 659