Classic resume template
A traditional serif resume template that parses cleanly in every ATS: single column, standard headings, no tables. Free DOCX download, no signup.
Best for: Experienced professionals in conservative industries: finance, law, healthcare administration, government.
Opens in Word, Google Docs (File, Open, Upload), and LibreOffice. No signup, no watermark.
Why this parses cleanly in every ATS
- ✓Single column, so parsing order can never scramble
- ✓Standard section headings ATS field-mapping recognizes
- ✓No tables, text boxes, images, headers, or footers
- ✓Real text bullets, standard fonts, consistent date format
Frequently asked questions
- Is a serif font like Georgia ATS-safe?
- Yes. ATS parse the text layer, not the typeface. Georgia is also highly readable in print, which suits traditional industries where resumes still get printed.
- Why is this template single column?
- Multi-column layouts are the most common cause of ATS parsing corruption: text from parallel columns gets interleaved. Single column guarantees reading order.