CV/Resume: Should I include a QR code?

[ChristinaJ]

Should I include a QR code in a CV?

Potentially useful, but maybe it could be construed as being a little pretentious.

Any thoughts?

 

[xepma]

No. Keep it formal, dry, clear and accessible. Don't try to stand out using 'fancy' add-ons. The less clutter, the better.

 

[jedishrfu]

companies typically scan your resume into a database that is referenced by HR and managers looking for prospective candidates.

The only time a QR code might be useful is if the job or company you were applying to specialized in them like provided QR code services...