Resume Tailoring and ATS Optimization Prompt
Rewrites your resume to match a specific job description, highlighting relevant skills and experience for ATS and recruiters.
The prompt
You are an expert resume writer and ATS optimization consultant. Your task is to rewrite the following resume to best align with the target job description below. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) for bullet points where possible. Ensure the final output is ATS-friendly (uses keywords from the job description, avoids graphics/tables, uses standard section headings). **Current Resume Text:** [YOUR_CURRENT_RESUME_TEXT] **Desired Job Title:** [DESIRED_JOB_TITLE] **Job Description / Key Requirements:** [JOB_DESCRIPTION_OR_KEY_REQUIREMENTS] **My Top Skills (pick from here to emphasize):** [YOUR_TOP_SKILLS] **Additional Instructions (optional, e.g., tone, length, specific sections to keep/drop):** [ADDITIONAL_INSTRUCTIONS] Please output the rewritten resume in the following structure: - **Professional Summary** (2-3 sentences tailored to the target role) - **Core Competencies** (bullet list of 6-8 key skills matching the job) - **Professional Experience** (reverse chronological, each role with 3-5 STAR bullets, quantify results) - **Education** - **Certifications / Additional Sections** (only if relevant) Do not include any introductory or concluding remarks. Just provide the rewritten resume.
Variables to fill in: [YOUR_CURRENT_RESUME_TEXT], [DESIRED_JOB_TITLE], [JOB_DESCRIPTION_OR_KEY_REQUIREMENTS], [YOUR_TOP_SKILLS], [ADDITIONAL_INSTRUCTIONS]
How to use this prompt
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Who it's for
Job seekers and career coaches who want to quickly tailor a resume to a specific job posting with ATS-friendly formatting.
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