Compass resume template

Built for senior roles: a strong rule under the name, a core-competencies grid and measured serif headings. Set in Merriweather.

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

Layout
One column
Header
Bold accent rule under the header
Fonts
Merriweather + Source Sans
Accent
Teal (changeable)
Page sizes
A4 and US Letter
Downloads
PDF with real text, Word (.docx), plain text
Best for
Executive, Professional, ATS-friendly

Make it yours

  • Fill in each section with guidance, or start from one of 314 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 Compass

Is the Compass 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 Compass?

Yes. Compass uses Merriweather + Source Sans and a teal accent by default; you can pick any of 28 accent colours, 31 font pairings, three spacing levels and either page size.

Is Compass 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.