Do Capitalize Job Titles?

Do Capitalize Job Titles?

Titles should be capitalized, but references to the job are not. For instance, if you are using a job title as a direct address, it should be capitalized. ... Title references that immediately precede the person's name should also be capitalized.

Why are job titles not capitalized?

When a job title is featured after a name, like in the previous example, it's usually in lowercase rather than uppercase, since it's merely being described as a general job title rather than directly addressing someone.

Should job titles be capitalized in a resume?

You should capitalize specific job titles.

However, do not capitalize a job title if it is used as a general job description.

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