In these tough economic times, many designers find themselves applying for jobs and freelance gigs on a regular basis.

So, how can we stand out from the rest and grab the attention of a design agency when they're usually bombarded with hundreds of applications?

The best way to do this is in the design of your resume. Assuming that you have the skills that they're looking for, a striking and visually appealing resume will go a long way at getting you the creative job that you want.

In the worst case scenario, it will at least buy you a few seconds by catching the eye of a recruiter and may become the difference between getting hired or not.

In this article, we'll take a look at 30 creative resumes that can inspire you to think outside the box when designing your own resume.

This post is sponsored by Sensational Jobs, the job board for designers.

Which ones were your favorites? Feel free to share other great resume designs that you may know of...