What 90+ resumes share
Single-column, embedded fonts, standard section headings, no tables, no images for text, role keywords spelled out + abbreviated.
- Single column, plain text bullets
- Standard section headings: Experience, Skills, Education
- Role keyword pairs: 'Product Manager (PM)'
Live ATS score breakdown
When you scan a resume against a JD, the score breaks into format, keyword match, and section completeness. Most resumes lose 20+ points on keyword match alone.
- Format: 25/25 when single-column, PDF/DOCX
- Keyword match: usually 40–55/60 — easy gains here
- Sections: 10/15 when missing dates or skills section
Common fixes that move a 62 → 91
Small edits with big ATS gains.
- Spell out acronyms in skills
- Mirror the JD's exact phrasing ("Product Marketing" vs "PMM")
- Move skills section above education for early-career roles