The Academic style: structured for committees, not recruiters
Academic templates follow a distinct logic from corporate CVs. Publications come first, not experience. Grants, fellowships, conference papers, and teaching responsibilities each get their own section. Dates are precise. The typography leans toward serif faces that recall scholarly tradition. These designs exist to match the reading conventions of academic hiring committees — who scan for peer-reviewed output before anything else.
If you're applying to a university post, a research institute, a postdoc position, or a PhD programme, the Academic style isn't optional — it's expected. Corporate templates often get filtered out simply because they don't surface the right information in the right order. Our Academic layouts handle that correctly by default.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which CV templates are available?
Every template on this page is available in our in-browser editor once you create an account. You pick a design, personalise the content, and export to PDF or DOCX. AI-generated content and advanced personalisation tools are part of our premium plan.
Are these templates ATS-compatible?
All our designs are tested against the major Applicant Tracking Systems (Workday, Taleo, Greenhouse, Lever, SmartRecruiters). Even the creative layouts parse cleanly — we never sacrifice machine-readability for visual impact.
Can I edit a template after downloading it?
Yes. Our in-browser editor lets you update every section (experience, skills, education, contact) in real time. You can also export to PDF or DOCX and edit in Word / Google Docs.
Which export formats are available?
PDF (print-ready, ATS-safe) and DOCX (fully editable in Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice). Both preserve the exact design of your template.
Can I use the same template for multiple applications?
Absolutely — and you should. A single strong template, tailored per application, outperforms a generic CV used everywhere. Our editor lets you duplicate a CV and adjust keywords for each role in seconds.