Beacon resume template

A mustard top bar and split header that catch the eye without risk.

ATS: excellent One column and standard headings: parses cleanly in every applicant tracking system we know of.

Layout
One column
Header
Name on the left, contact details stacked on the right
Fonts
Lato
Accent
Mustard (changeable)
Page sizes
A4 and US Letter
Downloads
PDF with real text, Word (.docx), plain text
Best for
Modern, ATS-friendly

Make it yours

  • Fill in each section with guidance, or start from one of 60 real-role examples.
  • Change accent colour, fonts, spacing and page size in the Design panel.
  • Move sections, rename them, hide what you don’t need.
  • “Fit to one page” tightens spacing until it fits.
  • Switch to any other template at any moment — nothing is lost.

Questions about Beacon

Is the Beacon template ATS-friendly?

One column and standard headings: parses cleanly in every applicant tracking system we know of.

Can I change the colours and fonts of Beacon?

Yes. Beacon uses Lato and a mustard accent by default; you can pick any of 28 accent colours, 31 font pairings, three spacing levels and either page size.

Is Beacon free to download?

Yes — free, unlimited PDF and Word downloads with no watermark and no account. There is no paid tier.

Can I add or remove a photo?

Every template works with or without a photo. Leave it off for the US, UK, Canada and Ireland; include one where it is customary.