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Generate tailored CVs and cover letters just by answering a few simple questions. Our AI software is trained on real job descriptions to write in the style that employers expect.

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Hundreds of examples and templates

Learn how to make CVs and cover letters that meet employer standards in your industry. We've created examples for 200+ different jobs that you can download and use as templates.

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Our team of certified CV experts reviews everything we publish on this site. This way, you get the most accurate, relevant, and up-to-date career advice.

Attention-grabbing CV templates

Get hiring managers interested in what you have to offer with a sleek CV design. Our 200+ templates feature creative formatting for a wide range of job applications.

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The first page of the Inverness CV template in green, which features a colourful sidebar containing the applicant's personal details and personal statement. The rest of the page is dedicated to the applicant's work experience. The second page of the Inverness CV template in green, which features a colourful sidebar containing the applicant's key skills and interests. The rest of the page is dedicated to the applicant's qualifications. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

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The first page of the Bristol CV template in blue, which features small contact information ‘tabs’ that stand out to provide employers with a quick way to see how to contact the candidate. The rest of the page contains a CV summary and work experience information The second page of the Bristol CV template in blue, which focuses on the candidate’s education, skills, and hobbies. Each skill and hobby stands out because they are contained within blue ‘tabs’. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Bristol

The 2025 CV template in black. The second page of the 2025 CV template in a black colour scheme. This template features a unique, two-column design, with the candidate’s key skills displayed in skills bars along with their hobbies and interests on the left, while the right-hand column continues the work history section from the first page. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

2025

The first page of the Coventry CV template in blue. The candidate's job title is effectively made to stand out in a colourful text box, while the rest of the page uses space effectively so that the candidate's personal statement, work history, and skills sections all fit on the page. Each skill is rated out of 10 to give employers insight into the candidate's depth of knowledge. The second page of the Coventry CV template in blue. The page continues with the candidate's work experience from the first page and also highlights their degrees, secondary school education and other qualifications, and their hobbies and interests. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Coventry

Page one of the orange Exeter CV template highlights the candidate's CV introduction, work history, and skills, while its header provides the applicant's name and job title in a bold fashion. Page two of the orange Exeter CV template provides more space for work experience and skills, while allowing copious space for the candidate to specify their degree title, secondary school qualifications — such as A-Levels, Advanced Highers, GCSEs, N5s etc. — and their hobbies and interests. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Exeter

Sheffield CV template in blue, whose first page contains a personal statement and work experience section. This CV template is notable for its sleek, minimalist, and modern design, using a sans serif font to capture the zeitgeist of the current UK job market. Sheffield CV template in blue, whose second page features the education section as well as similarly conceived skills and hobbies sections. Each skill and hobby is highlighted in colourful ‘lozenge’ style capsules, ensuring they stand out to recruiting managers in the UK’s 21st century job market — and maybe even beyond. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Sheffield

The Birmingham CV template in green (page one), which features strong lines to divide the sections on the page: CV header, contact details, personal statement, and work experience. Each work experience entry includes a paragraph of text to describe the applicant’s duties and bullet points to describe their achievements in the role. The Birmingham CV template in green (page two), which features the same strong colourful lines as page one to divide the sections on the page: education, skills, and hobbies/interests. The skills and hobbies sections use two-column designs to minimise waste of precious CV real estate 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Birmingham

Page one of the Worcester CV template in a navy blue colour scheme. The template uses a three-tone background to make the document stand out. Dark grey is used for the CV header and contact details, light grey is used for the personal statement, and milk white is used for the work history section. Page two of the Worcester CV template in a navy blue colour scheme. This page features the key skills, hobbies, and education sections of the CV. This page features a two-column design with the left-hand column taking up approximately one-third of the page, while the right-hand column — featuring the education section — takes up the rest of the page. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Worcester

The Canterbury CV template in black. The second page of the Canterbury CV template in a black colour scheme. This page provides space for applicants to detail their educational background, skills, and hobbies and interests. What makes this template stand out to recruiting managers is the colourful boxes used for section headings, skills, interests, and dates. 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Canterbury

Page one of the Wells CV template in orange. The applicant's name is framed to make it stand out, and the rest of the CV template is perfect for experienced candidates because it provides space for both traditional education successes and job-specific qualifications. Additionally, it allows candidates to highlight their core skills as well as list extra skills relevant to the role. Page two of the Wells CV template in orange. Page two provides extra space for work history and role-specific qualifications (in addition to the space provided on page one) and has room for hobbies and interests 1 / 2 2 / 2 USE TEMPLATE

Wells

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Our CV maker will match your information to its database to write personalised content showing the breadth of your skills and experience.

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Choose a professional design that suits your skillset, industry, and personality.

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Download your finished document in PDF and Microsoft Word format to guarantee universal compatibility with HR software.

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Our CV maker uses your answers to a few basic questions to create an impressive custom CV. Get over writer's block and start applying for the jobs you want!

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A job-winning cover letter made easy

Go the extra mile in just a couple of minutes. Our cover letter builder uses your basic information to write a compelling letter highlighting your relevant strengths and interests — perfect for showing employers why you're the best fit for the job.

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Learn by example

Our CV library has 155+ fully formatted examples written for different jobs and life situations. Download any of them for free to learn how to tailor your CV for a specific opportunity.

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Specific CV, cover letter, or interview concerns?

Our team of CV experts has written guides on everything you need to know. Learn how to write and format a CV, address a cover letter, highlight skills effectively, and adapt your job application for specific job applications.

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CV personal statement

Learn how to write a CV personal statement that makes recruiting managers want to learn more about you.

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Skills for CV: 133+ examples

See hundreds of skills you can list on your CV — skills employers are seeking today.

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How to write a cover letter

Learn how to write the perfect cover letter that complements the content of your CV.

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How to write a CV

Learn how to write a CV that stands above the rest.

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The orange logo of Sainsbury's, a British company that operates the UK's second largest chain of supermarkets.The logo of the Greater London Authority, the local government that runs London, headed by the Mayor of London.The purple-and-orange logo of AstraZeneca, a UK–Swedish multinational pharmaceutical and biotech firm that developed one of the first COVID-19 vaccines.The black-and-white logo of Twinings, a British manufacturer of tea.The red-and-white logo of BAE systems, a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company.The orange, grey, and white logo of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a British pharmaceutical and biotechnology company.The blue logo of Barclays, a British bank founded in 1690.The green and yellow logo of British Petroleum (BP), a UK oil and gas company and one of the largest companies in the world.The logo of His Majesty's Government, the government of the UK led by the Prime Minister. The logo features the Royal Coat of Arms of the UK.
The orange logo of Sainsbury's, a British company that operates the UK's second largest chain of supermarkets.The logo of the Greater London Authority, the local government that runs London, headed by the Mayor of London.The purple-and-orange logo of AstraZeneca, a UK–Swedish multinational pharmaceutical and biotech firm that developed one of the first COVID-19 vaccines.The black-and-white logo of Twinings, a British manufacturer of tea.The red-and-white logo of BAE systems, a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company.The orange, grey, and white logo of GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a British pharmaceutical and biotechnology company.The blue logo of Barclays, a British bank founded in 1690.The green and yellow logo of British Petroleum (BP), a UK oil and gas company and one of the largest companies in the world.The logo of His Majesty's Government, the government of the UK led by the Prime Minister. The logo features the Royal Coat of Arms of the UK.

Frequently asked questions

Why is CV Genius the top-rated free CV maker available online?

CV Genius is the top-rated free CV maker online because it allows you to:

  • Pick your favourite CV template from a selection of modern and traditional designs
  • Create a full-length CV no matter your skill set, experience level, or professional or personal background
  • Download, edit, and print your CV in formats including Word, PDF, Google Docs, LibreOffice, and TXT

Is it okay to use a CV template?

It’s more than okay to use a CV template. A CV template saves you lots of time by providing you with a pre-formatted CV that you simply download to your computer or device and fill in with your own details. Be sure to learn how to write a CV before editing your download though, or your finalised CV might lack important details.

Online CV templates should be compatible with applicant tracking systems (ATS) — software that scans CVs and cover letters for keywords. Graphics, uncommon file formats, and rare fonts can prevent the ATS from reading your CV properly. So we’ve made sure you have a library of ATS-friendly CV templates at your disposal as you hunt for the job of your dreams.

Which CV builder template should I use?

Our CV builder templates are designed to be suitable for any job, no matter what your background is. But keep these guidelines in mind when choosing a template:

  • Use a traditional CV design for jobs in law firms, banks, and the civil service because these employers tend to be more conservative
  • For creative roles, like graphic design, event planning, and fashion, feel free to select a more creative CV template

What makes a good CV?

Here’s what makes a good CV:

  • Your contact details should be presented clearly, including your name in a large font, your mobile phone number, and your email address. Leave off your date of birth, nationality, sex, and marital status.
  • A strong CV personal statement that highlights your most relevant achievements, skills, and qualifications for the job.
  • A list of skills that includes the abilities mentioned in the job advert so that employers can see you meet the requirements for the position.
  • A comprehensive work experience section that outlines your achievements at your current and most recent jobs. Focus on achievements rather than duties because achievements impress employers more. Add hard numbers to your bullet points to show recruiters what you’re capable of.
  • Your educational accomplishments, including any degrees you hold, your A-Levels, and GCSEs or equivalents (for example, International Baccalaureate, Scottish Highers, and vocational qualifications).

Do I need a matching cover letter for my CV?

Yes, you do need a matching cover letter for your CV. Format your cover letter the same as you formatted your CV. That means:

  • using the same font and font size on your cover letter and CV
  • highlighting your name in the same way (font size, colour)
  • applying the same formatting (margins, lines, line spacing)

If you don’t know how to write a cover letter or think it’s too much hard work, speed up the process with a cover letter builder.

Any CV template you find on this website has a matching cover letter template you can use to save time and create a visually consistent application.

Should I use a different CV for every job?

Yes, you should use a different CV for every job. Adjusting your CV for each job shows employers you understand what they’re looking for in candidates.

At a minimum, use the company’s name in your cover letter and CV personal statement, include keywords from the job advert in your CV, and write something in your cover letter about why you especially want to work for the company or that shows you know something about the company’s goals or history.

More questions? Have a look at our FAQ library.

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