Build a resume that gets read
Write it yourself or let AI draft from what you have done, then see a score for how well it holds up before you send it anywhere.
Start from your experience, not a blank page
Describe what you have done, or import an existing resume as a PDF, and CareerVivid drafts a first version you can edit line by line. Nothing is locked — every heading, bullet and date stays editable.
36 templates, all free
Every template is available on the free plan, each with its own colour options. They are designed as documents rather than web pages, so the PDF you download reads the same as the preview.
- Classic and traditional — Harvard, Chicago, Classic, Serif, Academic, Executive.
- Modern and minimal — Modern, Minimalist, Swiss, Simple, Monochrome, Crisp, Compact.
- Creative and visual — Creative, Artistic, Vibrant, Infographic, Wave, Geometric, Timeline.
- Technical — Technical, Quantum, Vertex, Orion, Apex, Slate, Zenith.
Know whether it is good before you send it
A resume score checks the things a recruiter and an applicant tracking system both look for: whether your bullets carry numbers, whether your summary says anything specific, whether required sections are filled in. It names the weakest line rather than giving you a grade.
How to choose a template
For most roles a clear single-column layout beats a striking one — it survives an applicant tracking system and a six-second skim equally well. Reach for the visual templates when the work itself is visual, and for Harvard, Chicago or Academic when the field expects a conventional document. Changing your mind is free: content and design are stored separately, so switching template keeps every word in place.
Tailor it to the job you are applying for
Paste a job description and CareerVivid rewrites the summary and reorders your skills for that role, as a new copy. Your original resume is never modified, so you can keep one per application.
Frequently asked questions
Is the CareerVivid resume builder free?
Yes. Building, editing and downloading a resume as PDF is free and unlimited, and all 36 templates are available on the free plan. No credit card is required.
Can I download my resume as a PDF?
Yes, as many times as you like on any plan, including free. The PDF is generated from the same document you see in the editor, so it prints exactly as previewed.
Is the resume ATS friendly?
Yes. Templates use real, selectable text rather than images, in a structure applicant tracking systems can parse, and the built-in score flags missing sections and unquantified bullets before you apply.
Can I import a resume I already have?
Yes. Upload a PDF, Word document or plain text file and CareerVivid extracts your details, roles and skills into an editable resume.
Which resume template is best for ATS?
Any single-column template with conventional section headings parses most reliably — Modern, Simple, Classic, Minimalist and Harvard are all safe choices. Every CareerVivid template uses selectable text rather than images, which is the part that matters most.
Can I switch templates after writing my resume?
Yes. Content and design are stored separately, so changing template keeps all of your text and lets you compare designs instantly.