Classic resume template
The Classic template is a traditional single-column resume with clear section headings and a serif touch. Because everything runs top to bottom in one column, it is the easiest layout for applicant tracking software to read, which makes it our recommended starting point for most applications.
Single column1 pagePDF + DOCX exportFree to build
Who this template is best for
- ✓Applying through online job portals
- ✓Corporate, finance, legal and government roles
- ✓Anyone who wants the most conventional, readable layout
What you get
- •Single column, top-to-bottom reading order
- •Standard section headings recruiters expect
- •Exports to PDF and DOCX with real text
- •Switch to any other template later without retyping
Questions about this template
Is the Classic template ATS-friendly?
Yes. It is a single-column layout with standard headings and no images or text boxes, which is the structure applicant tracking systems parse most reliably.
Can I change the template later?
Yes. Your content stays in place when you switch templates, so you can try other designs without re-entering anything.
Sample content, for illustration.
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