ATS resume templates prioritize parseable text: standard headings, selectable content, and layouts that avoid heavy graphics.
Use these templates when you apply through job portals. Keep skills as plain text and mirror language from the job posting when it is true for you.
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Choose an ATS layout
Start with a simple template tagged for ATS-friendly structure.
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Add your experience
Use clear dates, role titles, and achievement bullets.
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List skills as text
Write tools and skills in a dedicated Skills section.
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Download your PDF
Export a text-based PDF ready for applications.
ATS templates vs creative resumes
Creative layouts can help once a human opens your file. For portal uploads, prefer ATS-conscious templates first, then keep a designed version for networking when needed.
- Prefer standard section names recruiters expect
- Avoid putting critical facts only in sidebars or icons
- Test that your PDF text can be selected and copied
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