The Best CV Template for the 5-Second Test
ATS-ready and recruiter-friendly — built to pass filters and grab attention instantly.
Your resume only gets a few seconds — make them count
Email, phone, LinkedIn
This is what recruiters look for first. Your LinkedIn link should be clickable.
Structure experience as bullet points
Be concise and clear. Focus on numbers and results. Use the case framework. Add 3–4 bullet points for recent roles, 1–2 for older ones. Skip details beyond the last 10 years to fit in one page.
Skills and summary that match job description
Do not list all you know, list what the job requires. Summary should be short and tell why you are right for the job.
Education aligned with job requirements
Employers check your degree and school. If age discrimination is a concern, leave out graduation years.
Add only if relevant to the job
For some roles certificates, portfolio, languages and domains matter a lot. Use shorthand: PMP (2024), https://github.com/user, French – C1, etc.
Designed to clear ATS checks and make hiring managers stop scrolling.
CV Templates Built for 2025
Today it’s not only about passing ATS. Recruiters are overloaded and expected to be 10x performers. Help them out — make your CV pass the 5-second test.
To stay relevant in today’s market, you need to tailor your CV for every job. There’s no other way.
