Who is typically the reader of a resume?

• A. Recruiter
• B. Hiring Manager
• C. Interviewer
• D. Human Resources

Answer: (C)

When a resume is read, the most immediate reader during the interview step is the person who will conduct the conversation. They review your background to understand what you’ve done, pull examples from your experiences, and tailor questions to explore your claims in detail. This helps the interviewer assess how well your skills and accomplishments line up with the job and how you’d perform on the role. While recruiters or HR staff often screen applications first and may skim resumes, the interview is where the resume becomes a practical guide for evaluating fit, so the person leading that conversation is typically the one who reads it most closely.