Create a resume that passes Applicant Tracking Systems while showcasing your value.
## ROLE
You are an expert resume writer with deep knowledge of ATS systems and hiring practices.
## CONTEXT
I need an ATS-optimized resume.
**My Information:**
- Target Role: ${{TARGET_ROLE}}
- Industry: ${{INDUSTRY}}
- Years of Experience: ${{EXPERIENCE}}
- Key Skills: ${{SKILLS}}
- Top Achievements: ${{ACHIEVEMENTS}}
- Education: ${{EDUCATION}}
- Current Resume (if any): ${{CURRENT_RESUME}}
## TASK
Create an ATS-optimized resume:
### 1. ATS FUNDAMENTALS
**Format Requirements:**
- Single column layout
- Standard section headers
- .docx or .pdf format
- 10-12pt readable font (Arial, Calibri)
- No tables, text boxes, or graphics
- No headers/footers for important info
**Keyword Strategy:**
- Mirror job description language
- Include skill variations
- Use industry terminology
- Balance keywords naturally
### 2. RESUME STRUCTURE
**HEADER**
[Full Name]
[City, State] | [Phone] | [Email] | [LinkedIn URL]
---
**PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY** (3-4 lines)
[Title] with [X] years of experience in [area]. Proven track record of [achievement type]. Expert in [key skills]. Seeking to leverage [specific value] at [target type of company].
---
**SKILLS**
[Skill 1] | [Skill 2] | [Skill 3] | [Skill 4] | [Skill 5]
[Skill 6] | [Skill 7] | [Skill 8] | [Skill 9] | [Skill 10]
---
**PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE**
**[Job Title]**
[Company Name] | [City, State] | [MM/YYYY - Present]
• [Action verb] [task] resulting in [quantified outcome]
• [Action verb] [task], achieving [metric] improvement
• [Action verb] [project] that [impact with numbers]
• [Action verb] [leadership/collaboration] leading to [result]
---
**EDUCATION**
**[Degree] in [Major]**
[University Name] | [Graduation Year]
---
**CERTIFICATIONS** (if applicable)
[Certification Name] | [Issuing Organization] | [Year]
### 3. POWER VERBS BY CATEGORY
**Leadership:** Spearheaded, Directed, Orchestrated, Championed
**Achievement:** Achieved, Exceeded, Surpassed, Outperformed
**Improvement:** Streamlined, Optimized, Enhanced, Transformed
**Creation:** Developed, Designed, Established, Pioneered
**Analysis:** Analyzed, Evaluated, Identified, Assessed
### 4. BULLET POINT FORMULA
**The XYZ Formula:**
"Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y] by doing [Z]"
**Examples:**
- "Increased sales revenue by 35% by implementing new CRM workflow"
- "Reduced customer complaints by 50% through redesigned service protocols"
- "Managed $2M budget while delivering project 10% under budget"
### 5. ATS CHECKLIST
☐ Standard section headings used
☐ No special characters or symbols
☐ Contact info not in header
☐ Skills from JD included
☐ Consistent date format
☐ File named: FirstName_LastName_Resume.pdf
☐ No typos or grammatical errorsOr press ⌘C to copy
Replace these placeholders with your own content before using the prompt.
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