Atelier
Big serif name, hairline rules, generous margins.
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Resume templates you can edit for free: compare 16 resume and CV templates, from ATS-friendly single-column layouts to modern, creative, executive and academic designs.
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Monolith
Full-bleed accent header, confident sans.
Vellum
Centered name, small caps, traditional.
Helix
Mono accents, sidebar for skills.
Quill
Italic accents, drop-cap, warm cream.
Grid
12-col grid, all caps headings.
Aurora
Soft accent sidebar, photo-friendly.
Ledger
Clean serif, navy accent, single column.
Studio
Color block, oversized name, grotesque.
Compass
CV-style, publications-friendly, dense.
Pulse
Color icons, optional skill bars.
Origami
Vertical accent line, sparse, single sans.
Beacon
Top dark band, leadership-grade.
Sprout
Soft color sidebar, monogram, friendly.
Marquee
Full-color sidebar, oversized name.
Onyx
Full dark sidebar with accent rule.
What is the best resume template?
The best resume template is the one that suits how your application will be read. For online applications screened by software, choose a single-column template with standard headings, such as Vellum or Ledger. For a first job, Sprout keeps education and projects easy to find; for academic roles, Compass fits publications; for senior roles, Beacon leads with a strong header.
Choose for the hiring process
Use a resume format that fits both your experience and the employer.
A template can support a clear reading order, but no design can guarantee an ATS result. Your headings, wording, file handling, and the employer's software also affect parsing. ArcPixel keeps your resume text editable while you compare designs.
For ATS-heavy applications
Start with a single-column design, familiar headings, and real text. Keep important experience in the main document flow and review the exported PDF before applying.
For human review
A restrained two-column layout can help recruiters scan skills and experience. Use it when the employer accepts designed PDFs and always check the reading order.
For academic or long CVs
Choose a denser layout with room for publications, research, teaching, and awards. Consistent dates and headings make a longer history easier to navigate.
Before you apply
- Match the role title and relevant skills to the vacancy.
- Use standard section headings when ATS parsing matters.
- Confirm the exported PDF contains selectable text.
- Open the final file and check dates, links, and page breaks.
Resume template questions
Are these resume templates free?
You can edit and preview all 16 templates for free, without a card. Downloading the finished resume as a PDF needs a paid plan; see pricing.
Which resume template is ATS-friendly?
Single-column layouts with real text and standard headings are the safest, such as Vellum and Ledger. No template guarantees an ATS result, so copy the text out of your exported PDF and check that it reads in order.
Which resume templates have a photo?
Aurora, Beacon, Helix, Marquee, Onyx and Sprout have space for a photo, which is common in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and parts of Europe. Leave the photo out for the US, the UK and Canada unless the employer asks for one.
Can I change the template later?
Yes. Your resume content is stored separately from the design, so you can switch between all 16 templates without starting over. To choose by job and experience level, read the best resume templates guide.