Classic Resume Template: Free & ATS-Friendly

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The Classic template is a single-column resume layout set in a serif typeface, built for candidates who want a traditional, no-frills presentation that reads well on screen and in print. A centered header carries your name, title, and contact details, followed by clearly labeled sections for your summary, work experience, education, skills, languages, and certifications. Because it avoids decorative color blocks or sidebars, Classic is a dependable choice for conservative industries like law, finance, academia, and government, where reviewers and applicant tracking systems both expect a straightforward, linear document. Every field is inline-editable in the browser, and the exact same layout is used when you export to PDF, so what you see while editing is exactly what a hiring manager will receive.

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