CV
Also called curriculum vitae, acting cv
A CV is a summary of an actor's credits and skills, kept up to date for agents and casting directors.
It lists the work an actor has done and their special skills, and casting directors read it alongside the showreel.
UK and US usage
In the UK, the usual word is CV. In the US, and in Canada, the same document is called a résumé.
Last updated 4 Oct 2026
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