Minimalist Classic CV Template

Clean serif-free layout with generous whitespace. Maximum readability for recruiters and ATS systems.

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About this template

Minimalist Classic strips the design back to what recruiters actually scan. No icons, no columns, no graphics — just your name, story, and achievements presented with clarity. The single-column structure is the safest possible format for applicant tracking systems while still looking deliberately designed.

Features

  • 100% ATS-safe single-column
  • Standard fonts only
  • Generous whitespace
  • No graphics or text boxes
  • A4 and US Letter compatible

How to use this template

  1. Click the green Download button — the .docx file saves to your device immediately.
  2. Open the file in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or LibreOffice.
  3. Replace the placeholder text with your own — the styles are preserved automatically.
  4. Save a final copy as PDF (File → Save As → PDF) for emailing, and keep the .docx as your master.
  5. Name the file Firstname-Lastname-CV.docx.
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