What is the story about?
Artificial intelligence has now touched almost every aspect of our lives. From hiring to daily workflows, AI is everywhere, and people are now building
AI-friendly resumes to get noticed and increase their chances of landing their favourite job.
Companies now integrate AI into nearly every stage of the hiring process, from screening resumes to scheduling interviews. Consequently, job seekers must tailor their CVs to pass these automated filters while still keeping things honest.
What is an AI-ready CV?
An AI-ready CV is designed to be easily read and interpreted by AI-powered applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.
Unlike traditional resumes, an AI-ready CV can be read easily by software and computers. Many companies now use AI programs to check resumes before a human recruiter sees them.
Why are AI-ready CVs important?
Imagine applying for your dream job, only for your resume to get lost among the bulk of other applications.
Refer to the job description so the software can recognise that you have the skills needed for the role and keep the format simple.
AI-ready CVs solve this problem by ensuring your application passes the automated screening stage and reaches a real human recruiter.
How to build an AI-ready CV?
1) Simple AI-friendly CV format
Keep your CV simple by clearly categorising content under specific headings like experience, skills, certificates, and education. Always list your most recent job first and then go backwards.
Use an easy-to-read font and avoid fancy or script fonts that may be hard for AI or humans to read. Avoid using images, graphics, logos, headshots, text boxes, and tables. It is always better to use bullet points and clear headings.
2) Relevant keywords
Once your CV has a good, friendly format, the next step is the content. AI programs scan resumes looking for certain keywords that match the skills, job titles, tools, and qualifications employers want. For example, "If the job asks for 'Digital Marketing Specialist,' use that exact phrase instead of just 'Marketing."
3) Compelling content
The most important step is to use strong action verbs. Start each bullet point in your work experience with words like "Managed," "Led," "Created," or "Improved" to show active ownership, followed by the impact of your work. You should also quantify your achievements. For instance, instead of saying "increased sales", mention the numbers like "Increased sales by 25% in six months."
It is just as important to keep the content relevant and concise and focus only on experiences and skills. Before sending, make sure to proofread, check for typos and grammar errors and use clear headings.
