Jordan Wiggins

Assignment: Resume Revision Video with Mbongi Reflection

Overview:
In this assignment, you will create a video presentation that documents how you revised your resume based on a specific job. You will first show an ACTUAL job that you may be interested in. Then you will show a clear side-by-side comparison of your original draft and your new, revised version. This project asks you to not only demonstrate your professional growth but also apply concepts from our Mbongi framework to explain your choices.

Instructions:

1. Video Presentation
   • Create a video (5–7 minutes long).
   • Display both your the potential job, the original resume, and your revised resume in a side-by-side format.
   • Clearly highlight the changes you made (formatting, word choice, organization, additions, or removals).
2. Mbongi Application
   • Use two items from each Mbongi list (total: six items minimum).
   • For each, explain how that item influenced your revisions. Example: “I used [term] from Mbongi List [name of list] because …”
   • Cite your sources verbally in your video and also in a short reference slide at the end of your presentation (APA format).
   • Also show the ACTUAL source on the screen and detail why you think it is a credible source.
3. Reflection on Learning
   • Conclude your video by reflecting on what you have learned in this class so far.
   • Consider: How has your understanding of rhetoric, professionalism, or communication shifted? How do you see yourself applying these lessons beyond this course?

Requirements:

• Video length: 5–7 minutes.
• Must include an actual potential job.
• Must use 2 items from each Mbongi list.
• Must show side-by-side resume comparison.
• Must include citations (verbal and written).
• Must include reflection on class learning.

Evaluation (100 points):

• Actual potential job – 10 pts
• Resume Comparison Clearly Shown – 20 pts
• Use of 2 Terms from Each Mbongi List – 30 pts
• Explanation of Revisions Using Research and items provided in class – 20 pts
• Class Learning Reflection – 10 pts
• Proper Citations (verbal + reference slide in APA) – 10 pts

Your Resume Should NOT Have Bias! Remove all of the following:

Personal Identifiers

• Photograph – can invite bias based on appearance, race, gender, or age.
• Date of birth / age – can lead to age discrimination.
• Gender / pronouns (unless relevant or required) – can create gender-based bias.
• Marital status or family details – irrelevant and can lead to assumptions about availability or commitment.
• Nationality / immigration status (unless legally required) – can invite bias about citizenship or work eligibility.
• Religious affiliation – can open the door to religious discrimination.
• Political affiliation – may bias employers who disagree with your views.

Locations and Contact Information

• Cities and Addresses – unnecessary (this includes city and state for jobs, remove them); may trigger location-based bias.
• Personal social media handles (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) – unless directly related to professional work.

Work & Education Details

• Graduation years – can reveal age.
• High school information (especially if you currently attend or have higher education or significant experience) – may signal inexperience or age.
• GPA (unless early career and it is exceptionally strong) – not always relevant and can open unnecessary comparison.

Miscellaneous

• Hobbies and interests (unless relevant to the role) – can give away personal information that introduces bias.
• Clubs or organizations tied to religion, politics, or ideology – unless relevant to the job.
• Unprofessional email addresses – may cause bias about maturity or seriousness.