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Here are three blank CV templates for different career stages that you can download and use to write your CV.

Blank CV template for students and entry-level applicants

This template is perfect for newcomers to the job market. Its simple, easy-to-edit design looks great as a one-page CV.

The education section is positioned high on the first page to draw attention to your school or university qualifications. If you already have some relevant experience, you can move this section beneath your work history.

Check job-specific CV examples to find out what employers in different industries want to see on your CV.

A simple blank CV template with the education section first and a blue title.
Download this CV template for Microsoft Word.

Blank CV template for experienced professionals

This CV stands out because of its prominent work experience section, which is perfect for emphasising your on-the-job achievements.

A free blank CV template with work experience whose header is framed in blue.
Download this CV template for Microsoft Word.

Blank CV template for academic roles

Here’s a template you can personalise once you’re clued up on how to write an academic CV.

If you have the technical skills and want to create a CV with unique formatting, you can also consider using a LaTex CV template.

A blank CV template for academic roles featuring a large blue title where one's name should be added.
Download this CV template for Microsoft Word.

FAQs about blank CV templates

Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about blank CV templates:

1. Is it worth buying a CV template?

No, it is not worth buying a CV template. There are plenty of high-quality free CV templates available online.

2. How do I write a CV in PDF format?

Here’s how you write a CV in PDF format:

  1. Write your CV in Microsoft Word
  2. Go to ‘File’, ‘Save As…’
  3. Select the ‘File Format’ drop down and pick ‘PDF’
  4. Use a good CV name (e.g., forename-surname-job-title-CV.pdf)
  5. Click ‘Save’

If you used another word processor to write your CV, the steps to converting your CV into a PDF will be slightly different. Turn a Pages doc into a PDF by selecting ‘File’>’Export’>’PDF’.

If you made your CV online by filling in a Google Docs CV template, select ‘File’>’Download’>’PDF Document’.

3. Is there a faster way to create a CV?

Yes, there is a faster way to create a CV. You can create a CV in minutes by using a high-quality online CV maker.

Samuel Johns
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Samuel Johns

Samuel Johns is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and senior career counsellor on the CV Genius team, with almost 5 years of experience in the career space. He has helped countless job hunters craft high-quality CVs and cover letters, exceed expectations at interviews, and obtain their dream jobs. Born and raised in County Durham in the beautiful North East of England, he graduated with a BA (Hons) in French Language and Literature from the University of Bristol in 2013 and has worked in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, London, Paris, and Taipei as a French–English translator. He’s determined to use his native English and fluent French skills to help UK and French candidates get the jobs they deserve. In addition to the British and French versions of CV Genius, Samuel’s job-hunt advice has been published on numerous websites, including Careers.org, the University of Warwick, the Enterprisers Project, and HR.com. If you’d like to collaborate, please reach out to Samuel through LinkedIn. Please note, we don’t accept guest posts and won’t reply to such requests.