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Canvas CV.

A monogram of your initials, dotted headings, a side colour stripe and skill pills.

Best for: Illustrators, artists and makers · ATS compatibility: Very good

  • Single column, so the reading order never gets scrambled.
  • Standard headings (Experience, Education, Skills) that parsers recognise.
  • Contact details in the body, not in a header or footer the ATS may skip.
  • Exports as selectable text, not an image, so every keyword is readable.
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FAQ

Canvas template questions.

Is the Canvas CV template ATS-friendly?

Yes. Canvas is a single-column layout with standard section headings, and the downloaded PDF is real text in reading order, so applicant tracking systems can read it. Its ATS compatibility rating is very good.

Who is the Canvas template best for?

Illustrators, artists and makers. You can change its colours, fonts, header, section headings and spacing in the CV builder to suit any job.

Can I use this template for free?

Yes. Open it in the free CV builder, fill in your details or import your existing CV, and download a PDF with no sign-up and no watermark.

Can I add a photo to this template?

Yes. Any template can show an optional round or square photo; switch it on in the builder's Design tab.

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