Beverly Hills, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/22/2012 -- Due to the recession, many people across the country have either had their hours cut at work, or have been laid off completely. As a result, more people than ever are busy trying to find a new or better job.

One of the first things a potential employer will request from an applicant is a resume that lists job experience, references and other information. But while this is a common query, many people have resumes that are either really outdated or fairly generic looking. Because business owners typically interview numerous candidates for one position, it is important to have a resume that is current and designed in a way that will help it stand out in a crowd.

A website has been creating quite a buzz lately for its free resume builder that can help people put together an ideal resume in just a matter of minutes.

Open Resume Builder was founded by communication specialists who have taken courses on job recruitment and resume creation from some of the country’s top headhunters. In addition to the resume builder, the site also includes a variety of educational articles filled with advice and tips on topics like how to improve a resume, how to write a cover letter, and why it is important to send a thank you letter after an interview.

“Applying for a job is a time-consuming process, but putting together your resume doesn't have to be,” an article on the company’s website explained, adding that the free tools that are available from Open Resume Builder will help people create the perfect resume quickly and easily.

“Our templates will organize your information clearly and professionally format your resume to highlight all of your unique talents and accomplishments.”

Using Open Resume Builder to compose a resume is easy; four simple steps, which are listed on the website, explain in easy-to-understand terms how to go about using the free resume builder.

A list of recent blog posts, located on the right-hand side of the home page, offers job seekers additional helpful advice on how to make sure the updated resume is as complete and polished as possible.

About Open Resume Builder
Getting a job is tough in this economic climate, and job candidates who are in-between jobs can appreciate that fact more than most. At Open Resume Builder, we recognize this challenge and want to help you to land your next job as quickly as possible so you can succeed in your professional life. That's why we've put together this resource and offered a free resume builder along with tools for finding a job and improving your resume. For more information, please visit http://www.openresumebuilder.com