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Free Resume Builder — Create ATS-Friendly Resumes Fast

TheHiringGuide’s free resume builder lets you select HR-approved templates and fill them quickly — the builder is template-driven (not AI). Optimize your resume with the built-in ATS Scanner and generate a tailored cover letter with our AI Cover Letter Generator.

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Used by job seekers and hiring teams. Try templates for entry-level, mid-level and executive roles.

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ATS-Friendly Templates

Designed to parse correctly across major applicant tracking systems.

Template-Driven Builder

Choose a template and edit content — the builder is not AI; you control the wording.

AI Cover Letter Generator

Generate a tailored cover letter quickly — powered optionally by AI to save time.

How the free resume builder works

TheHiringGuide’s free resume builder is built for clarity and ATS-compatibility. Follow the three-step process below to create an application-ready resume:

  1. Choose a template: Pick a template designed by HR professionals for your role.
  2. Enter your content: Use our pre-written suggestions if you want help, but all text is entered manually in the builder.
  3. Optimize & download: Run the ATS Scanner, then download as .txt (free) or export PDF/DOC with premium plans.
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Why template-driven (not AI)?

Many users prefer manual control over wording and structure. Our builder provides ATS-safe templates and content guidance (examples & phrases), while you keep full control of the text. This reduces formatting errors and keeps your voice intact.

Screenshot of TheHiringGuide's template-driven resume builder interface

Pick Your Perfect Resume Template

Select a professional resume design that matches your career level and industry. Click any template to view a full-size preview and open it in the resume builder.

Modern Professional Resume Template

Modern Professional

Bold lines and sharp contrast ideal for technical, engineering, and managerial roles.

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Clean and Elegant Resume Template

Clean & Elegant

A classic, balanced layout designed for maximum readability and a refined professional look.

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Sleek Minimal Resume Template

Sleek Minimal

High-impact, minimalist layout that keeps the focus on your experience and achievements.

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Classic Professional Resume Template

Classic Professional

The traditional favorite—clean, reliable, and suitable for all industries.

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Grid Professional Resume Template

Grid Professional

A structured, column-based layout for organizing multiple roles and diverse experience clearly.

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Vertical Accent Resume Template

Vertical Accent

Features a stylish vertical color bar for a modern look while remaining fully ATS-safe.

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JobMatch ATS Scanner

Paste any job description and run a compatibility check. The scanner reports on keyword gaps, formatting issues, and parsing errors so you can fix them before applying.

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AI Cover Letter Generator

Optionally generate a tailored cover letter from the job description and your resume. This tool uses AI to provide a strong first draft — you can edit before using.

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AI cover letter generator screenshot

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You can create and edit resumes for free. All resumes are generated as PDF files from the templates.

Select a template, fill in your information in the editor (which supports bold, bullets, and lists), and download the PDF.

Yes. The templates are versatile and can be customized for IT, management, creative, administrative, or technical roles.

The ATS Scanner checks your resume for formatting and keywords to ensure it passes Applicant Tracking Systems used by employers.

No account is required. Creating an account allows you to save multiple resumes for easy editing later.

Yes. You can return to the template, make changes in the editor, and download a new PDF anytime.

Use the AI Cover Letter Generator to create a professional cover letter. You can then download it as a PDF.

Yes. You can create and save multiple resumes using different templates in your account.

Yes. We do not share personal information. Data is securely stored and only used to build resumes and cover letters.

Yes. The templates allow some customization of fonts and colors to match your style.

Ready to build your resume?

Start with a free template, optimize with our ATS Scanner, and generate a cover letter in minutes.

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