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Template Guidelines

Choose the perfect template for your industry and make the best first impression.

Template Categories

Professional Templates

Clean, traditional layouts perfect for corporate environments.

Finance & Banking
Legal & Law
Consulting
Healthcare Management

Creative Templates

Modern, visually appealing designs for creative industries.

Graphic Design
Marketing & Advertising
Media & Entertainment
Architecture

Tech Templates

Modern layouts optimized for technical roles and startups.

Software Development
Data Science
Product Management
DevOps & Engineering

New Templates

Fresh designs based on open-source community templates.

Tech - Timeline-based with sidebar
Compact - Space-efficient design
Classic - Traditional formal layout

Academic Templates

Formal layouts for educational and research positions.

Teaching Positions
Research Roles
PhD Applications
Grant Applications

How to Choose the Right Template

1. Consider Your Industry

Conservative industries (finance, law, healthcare) prefer traditional layouts, while creative fields allow for more visual flair.

2. Match Your Experience Level

Entry-level candidates can use templates that highlight education and skills, while experienced professionals should emphasize work history.

3. Consider the Company Culture

Research the company's culture. Startups and creative agencies often appreciate modern designs, while corporations prefer conservative layouts.

4. Think About ATS Compatibility

Many companies use Applicant Tracking Systems. Our templates are ATS-friendly, but simpler layouts often work better for automated screening.

Template Best Practices

Do's

  • Choose templates that enhance readability
  • Match the template to your target role
  • Use consistent fonts and spacing
  • Ensure important information stands out
  • Test different templates to see what works

Don'ts

  • Don't use overly flashy designs for conservative roles
  • Don't sacrifice readability for visual appeal
  • Don't use templates with too much white space
  • Don't choose templates that don't fit your content
  • Don't use the same template for every application

Ready to Choose Your Template?