CV templates
17 CV templates
9 ATS-safe layouts for online applications and 8 designed layouts for when a human reads it first. Every template works in the free builder and downloads as a text-based PDF.
Previews use a fictional sample CV to show the layout. Your CV starts empty.
ATS Clean
ATS-safeTraditional single-column layout — best default for online applications and ATS parsers.
Use this templateATS Lean
ATS-safeEfficient single-column body with soft header — ATS-friendly and modern.
Use this templateATS Centred
ATS-safeCentered name with clear section hierarchy — classic UK-style ATS pack.
Use this templateSmart
DesignedHigh-contrast solid sidebar with contact and skills, clean white body for work history.
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DesignedAsymmetric columns with soft accent bars that clearly delineate sections.
Use this templateTraditional 2
ATS-safeCentered name header with bar section titles — a polished recruiter favourite.
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ATS-safeName and contact top-right with a clean single-column body — elegant and airy.
Use this templateProminent 2
DesignedSoft photo header band with a modern two-column body.
Use this templateCreative
DesignedSoft full-width header band with a two-column skills and experience layout.
Use this templateAcclaimed
ATS-safeMonogram initials beside a bold name — strong first impression for senior roles.
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ATS-safeSolid colour header bar with white name, contact strip, and clear single-column body.
Use this templateCentred
ATS-safeCentered name with a short accent rule — calm, traditional UK-style hierarchy.
Use this templateLean
ATS-safeSoft header band and efficient single-column body — modern and readable.
Use this templateTrendy
DesignedBold accent borders and solid contact bar with profile photo.
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DesignedLight-gray left column with circular portrait, skills and education.
Use this templateManagerial
DesignedDark right rail with square photo — executive presence for senior applications.
Use this templateTidy
DesignedCircular photo and large accent name with contact left, story right.
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ATS-safe vs designed
ATS-safe templates are single-column with standard headings, which applicant tracking software reads reliably. Designed templates use sidebars, colour and photos — great for portfolios and direct emails, but some ATS software reads them less reliably.
Not sure which to pick?
Applying through a job portal? Choose ATS-safe. You can switch template at any time in the builder without losing your content. See CV examples by role.