How to create your first resume
Creating your first resume with our platform takes about 5–10 minutes. Follow these steps and you'll have a professional, ATS-optimized resume ready to send.
Sign up or log in
Create a free account using your email, Google, or LinkedIn credentials. No credit card required.
Choose a template
Browse our template library and click one that fits your style. Don't worry — you can switch templates later without losing any content.
Add your information
Start with the header (name, email, phone, location), then work through each section: summary, experience, education, and skills.
Use AI suggestions (optional)
Click the AI icon next to any text field to get writing suggestions tailored to your role and industry.
Preview and download
Hit Preview to see exactly how your resume will look. When you're happy, click Download to get your PDF.
Tip: You can also import your data from LinkedIn or upload an existing resume to pre-fill sections automatically. See our Importing from LinkedIn guide for details.
What happens next?
Once you download your PDF, your web portfolio is automatically generated from the same data. You'll get a shareable link you can add to your LinkedIn profile, email signature, or job applications.
- Your PDF is ATS-optimized by default — no extra steps needed
- Your portfolio link goes live instantly
- You can edit and re-download as many times as you want
- Pro users can connect a custom domain to their portfolio
Common first-timer mistakes
- Using a generic summary — tailor it to the role you're targeting
- Listing responsibilities instead of achievements — use metrics and results
- Including too much information — keep it to one page for most roles
- Forgetting to proofread — use our built-in spell check
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