ATS Classic One Page Resume Template for Google Docs
The ATS Classic One Page template is the safe default when you do not know which applicant tracking system a company runs. Everything sits in a single column with plain, bold section headings, so a parser reads your experience in the order you intend and a recruiter can skim it in ten seconds. There are no tables, text boxes, columns, or header-bar contact details — the four things that most often scramble a machine-read resume. It is deliberately plain on purpose: the layout gets out of the way so your results carry the page. Use it for corporate job boards, large employers, and any posting that asks you to upload rather than apply through a designer portal. Keep it to one tight page, mirror the posting’s language in your Skills line, and let each bullet open with a number.
Frequently asked questions
Is this template really free?
Yes. Open the link, choose Make a copy, and it lands in your own Google Drive with nothing to sign up for.
Will it pass an applicant tracking system?
It is built scanner-first — one column, standard headings, and no tables or text boxes — so parsers read every line in order. Always tailor the wording to the job description.
How do I keep it to one page?
Trim older roles to two or three bullets, drop the objective line, and use the Skills section for keywords instead of long sentences.