Gone are the days you had to pay someone to write your CV.
These days, with AI, you can create a clean, professional CV that actually passes ATS checks for free.
Here’s the part many people don’t know;
Most of the jobs you apply for are first screened by software called ATS (Applicant Tracking System).
An ATS CV is simply a CV written in a way that this software can read, understand, and match with a job description.
If your CV is not ATS-friendly, it may never get seen, no matter how qualified you are.
What ATS accepts (this is important):
Clear section headings like Summary, Skills, Work Experience, Education
Simple formatting (no designs, no fancy layouts)
Keywords that match the job description
Standard fonts like Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman
Bullet points (not long paragraphs)
Measurable achievements (numbers, results)
What ATS does NOT accept (this is where many people miss it):
Tables and columns
Graphics, logos, icons
Text inside images
Fancy fonts or colours
Unusual headings like “My Journey” or “What I Bring”
Keyword stuffing that doesn’t make sense
So it’s not just about having good skills, if your CV is not structured the right way, the system can filter it out before a human ever sees it.
That’s why people apply again and again and hear nothing back.
In this post, I’ll show you step by step how to create an ATS-optimized CV using Claude or ChatGPT.
You don't have to pay for it, you just doing it the right way.
Step 1: Get a real job description
Don’t skip this. Copy a job posting for the exact role you want. That’s what your CV will be matched against.
Step 2: Extract the right keywords
Prompt:
Analyze this job description and extract:- Important keywords- Required skills- Tools and technologies- Key responsibilities- Most repeated terms
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Step 3: Turn your information into strong CV content
Prompt:
Act as a professional CV writer and ATS optimization expert.Create a CV that will pass Applicant Tracking Systems.Rules:- Use keywords from the job description naturally- Use clear headings (Summary, Skills, Experience, Education)- No tables or graphics- Use bullet points- Focus on measurable achievements
Here is my background:[PASTE YOUR DETAILS]
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Step 4: Optimize it for ATS
Prompt:
Review this CV for ATS compatibility.Check:- Keyword match- Missing keywords- Formatting issues- StructureThen improve it to increase ATS score while keeping it natural.Here is the CV:[PASTE CV]
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Step 5: Test it like an ATS
Prompt:
Act like an Applicant Tracking System.Compare this CV with the job description and give:- Match score (0–100%)- Missing keywords- Weak areas- Suggestions to improve ranking
Here is the CV:[PASTE CV]
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Final step (don’t skip this):
Convert your CV to a Word document (.docx) or PDF before sending it out.
Avoid screenshots or image formats.
ATS systems read text, not pictures.
If you’ve been applying and not getting responses, chances are your CV isn’t the problem, the format is.
Fix that, and you’ll start seeing a difference.
These days, with AI, you can create a clean, professional CV that actually passes ATS checks for free.
Here’s the part many people don’t know;
Most of the jobs you apply for are first screened by software called ATS (Applicant Tracking System).
An ATS CV is simply a CV written in a way that this software can read, understand, and match with a job description.
If your CV is not ATS-friendly, it may never get seen, no matter how qualified you are.
What ATS accepts (this is important):
Clear section headings like Summary, Skills, Work Experience, Education
Simple formatting (no designs, no fancy layouts)
Keywords that match the job description
Standard fonts like Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman
Bullet points (not long paragraphs)
Measurable achievements (numbers, results)
What ATS does NOT accept (this is where many people miss it):
Tables and columns
Graphics, logos, icons
Text inside images
Fancy fonts or colours
Unusual headings like “My Journey” or “What I Bring”
Keyword stuffing that doesn’t make sense
So it’s not just about having good skills, if your CV is not structured the right way, the system can filter it out before a human ever sees it.
That’s why people apply again and again and hear nothing back.
In this post, I’ll show you step by step how to create an ATS-optimized CV using Claude or ChatGPT.
You don't have to pay for it, you just doing it the right way.
Step 1: Get a real job description
Don’t skip this. Copy a job posting for the exact role you want. That’s what your CV will be matched against.
Step 2: Extract the right keywords
Prompt:
Analyze this job description and extract:- Important keywords- Required skills- Tools and technologies- Key responsibilities- Most repeated terms
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Step 3: Turn your information into strong CV content
Prompt:
Act as a professional CV writer and ATS optimization expert.Create a CV that will pass Applicant Tracking Systems.Rules:- Use keywords from the job description naturally- Use clear headings (Summary, Skills, Experience, Education)- No tables or graphics- Use bullet points- Focus on measurable achievements
Here is my background:[PASTE YOUR DETAILS]
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Step 4: Optimize it for ATS
Prompt:
Review this CV for ATS compatibility.Check:- Keyword match- Missing keywords- Formatting issues- StructureThen improve it to increase ATS score while keeping it natural.Here is the CV:[PASTE CV]
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Step 5: Test it like an ATS
Prompt:
Act like an Applicant Tracking System.Compare this CV with the job description and give:- Match score (0–100%)- Missing keywords- Weak areas- Suggestions to improve ranking
Here is the CV:[PASTE CV]
Here is the job description:[PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]
Final step (don’t skip this):
Convert your CV to a Word document (.docx) or PDF before sending it out.
Avoid screenshots or image formats.
ATS systems read text, not pictures.
If you’ve been applying and not getting responses, chances are your CV isn’t the problem, the format is.
Fix that, and you’ll start seeing a difference.