{"id":70053,"date":"2018-04-30T07:00:40","date_gmt":"2018-04-30T11:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/blog\/?p=70053"},"modified":"2024-02-06T16:02:55","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T21:02:55","slug":"writing-resumes-ats-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/blog\/telecommuting-job-search-help\/writing-resumes-ats-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips for Writing Resumes That Will Pass ATS Software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Updated February 2024<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How many times have you uploaded your resume to an employer\u2019s website? How often have you received a response? Though job hunting is sometimes a numbers\u2019 game, if you\u2019re a qualified applicant and meet the job post requirements, you should get a few hits from interested recruiters. If not, it might be because your resume doesn\u2019t get past the hiring robots. Recruiters use software programs called applicant tracking systems (ATS) to process resumes and pre-screen applicants. To get past these robots and get noticed by employers, you need to learn about ATS programs and how they affect your remote job search. Let&#8217;s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-an-ats\"><strong>What Is an ATS?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At least <a href=\"https:\/\/www.capterra.com\/resources\/10-applicant-tracking-statistics-that-prove-youre-hiring-like-an-atshole\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">75% of recruiters<\/a> use talent management or applicant tracking software. These programs receive, process, and store resumes and other job application materials to make the recruiting process more efficient. They are especially helpful for large enterprises and employers that offer remote jobs. Such software prevents overloaded email boxes, lost applications, and missed opportunities to hire qualified candidates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ATS programs also track hiring data and offer insights that help recruiters refine their strategy for job advertising, writing job descriptions, and sourcing new talent. Examples of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/advisor\/business\/best-applicant-tracking-systems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">popular ATS software<\/a> include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Freshteam by FreshWorks<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>JazzHR<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BreezyHR<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rippling<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Greenhouse<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zoho Recruit<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BambooHR<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Workable<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-do-employers-use-ats-software\"><strong>Why Do Employers Use ATS Software?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ATS programs connect recruiters and jobseekers and help streamline the hiring process. They save recruiters a ton time that would otherwise be spent reading through hundreds of resumes. They also prevent recruiters from discarding qualified candidates due to the volume of applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key benefit is that ATSs help keep employers compliant with labor laws due to the scoring algorithm. Jobseekers are evaluated objectively since the ATS performs the first round of applicant evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_3fd128b1-3a55-4f9b-a41b-1efbd4903a51\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px\">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"60vw\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-1024x536.png\" alt=\"tailor your resume to a job description facebook image\" class=\"wp-image-549675\" style=\"width:444px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2017\/04\/HowtoTailorYourResumetoaJobDescriptionandLandYourDreamJob28120062829.png 1200w\" sizes=\"60vw\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/blog\/telecommuting-job-search-help\/how-to-tailor-your-resume\/\">How to tailor your resume to a job description\u00a0each time you apply for a new job<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_c7067c73-9d64-4750-b5c3-d335b09ee447\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px\">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-ats-programs-score-candidates\"><strong>How Do ATS Programs Score Candidates?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once an ATS collects and processes an applicant\u2019s resume, it calculates a score that tells recruiters how well the applicant matches the job. The ATS presents a score, usually as a percentage, where 100% is a perfect match. Recruiters can quickly select applicants who meet a certain threshold and examine their application materials in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recruiters can also search the ATS for keywords, such as \u201cproject management,\u201d and receive a list of candidates whose resumes closely match the keyword. Each ATS has its own algorithm for evaluating and ranking candidates, so it\u2019s unlikely that jobseekers can plan for them all. However, general knowledge of how ATSs work and strategic use of keywords can increase your chances of getting noticed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-does-an-ats-keep-employers-compliant\"><strong>How Does an ATS Keep Employers Compliant?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eeoc.gov\/laws\/practices\/index.cfm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)<\/a> enforces a set of federal laws that \u201cforbids discrimination in every aspect of employment.\u201d Examples of workplace discrimination include age, disability, compensation, race\/color, and religion. ATS programs objectively determine whether an applicant is a good match for the position through scoring algorithms. Recruiters use high-scoring candidates as a starting point for further evaluation. Therefore, ATS algorithms help reduce intentional or unintentional bias and help prove that recruiting practices comply with EEOC discrimination laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-i-know-if-a-company-uses-an-ats\"><strong>How Do I Know if a Company Uses an ATS?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, employers who expect to receive large volumes of applicants use an ATS. Such employers include big corporations, medium-sized businesses, and 100% virtual organizations. As you apply for jobs, here are a few ways to tell if a company uses an ATS:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em; text-align: left; --ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); --ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-spacing: 0px; \" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-9a0f19ac-96da-4b26-a70c-94278ffd55db\"><div class=\"ub-block-list__layout\" style=\"text-align: left; column-count: 1; --ub-list-mobile-column-count: 2; \">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-40cdef05-5c82-4c82-b4ee-bb2349b7ec54\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">You submit your resume through a company website.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-bd258a6e-ce5d-41f6-9b8f-475916690387\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">You upload your resume to a webpage, which automatically fills in fields with your work history, qualifications, and education.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-dda67865-818f-4312-b12d-66fbc51f7102\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">You answer a series of questions online during the application process.<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n\n\n<p>Please note! If you email your resume, recruiters may still upload your information to their ATS database. So, you&#8217;ll still want to make sure you have it optimized to pass ATS software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-ats-programs-process-resumes\"><strong>How Do ATS Programs Process Resumes?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ATS programs \u201cread\u201d resumes and look for specific sections, such as work history and skills. Then, they extract the content from each section and organize it according to the program&#8217;s defined structure. For example, they categorize standard resume items like location and education level. They also score applicants based on how well they match a job post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recruiters use the program just as they would an internet search engine, such as Google or Bing. They type keywords specific to the job description and narrow their search according to desired categories. Resumes remain in the ATS database so that recruiters maintain a large pool of potential candidates for future job vacancies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most ATS software also draws information from LinkedIn, which ensures that jobseeker data is updated whenever applicants make changes to their public profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"5 (More) Resume\u0301 Writing Tips for Telecommuters | Virtual Vocations\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MGec9l4Y1a0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-ats-programs-affect-remote-jobseekers\"><strong>How Do ATS Programs Affect Remote Jobseekers?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ATSs have certainly altered the remote job search process. Not only do jobseekers need to craft resumes that emphasize remote work experience and map directly to the job description, but they also need to adjust resumes to accommodate ATS content extraction, categorization, and keyword searches. Jobseekers need to spend more time creating ATS-friendly documents and thinking like a search engine optimization (SEO) expert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This additional effort should not deter remote jobseekers from applying for new positions, however. Traditional jobseekers have to jump through the same hoops. As technology changes the nature of recruiting, jobseekers must adapt to stay current and gain a competitive advantage in the job market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-i-need-a-resume-specifically-formatted-for-an-ats\"><strong>Do I Need a Resume Specifically Formatted for an ATS?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Work-at-home jobseekers definitely need an ATS-friendly resume. You can still have another version that\u2019s beautifully formatted and expressive of your professional persona. However, fancy formats usually turn into garble in an ATS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some basic best practices for creating an ATS-friendly resume:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em; text-align: left; --ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); --ub-list-item-fa-li-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-spacing: 0px; \" class=\"wp-block-ub-styled-list ub_styled_list\" id=\"ub_styled_list-5f3cfe10-8e4b-4734-9bcb-ea2a26c063c8\"><div class=\"ub-block-list__layout\" style=\"text-align: left; column-count: 1; --ub-list-mobile-column-count: 2; \">\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-0a8c2f18-457d-4968-a964-290eed4ff647\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Use all-caps for section headers<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-d42f3d80-aca8-41c0-aca0-91dcb462ed7d\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Do not use tables, images, or text boxes<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-35c2902c-476d-4d09-b828-8a212417a6cc\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Use a single column format<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n\n<li class=\"ub_styled_list_item\" style=\"--ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); \" id=\"ub-styled-list-item-afcef921-e544-479f-9ba3-d7043626d8c1\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_list_item_content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"0.9em\" height=\"0.9em\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#b34101\" d=\"M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z\"><\/path>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ub_list_item_text\">Save your document as a .doc or .txt file, because other formats, such as .docx, .pdf, and .jpg, may not render accurately<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/li>\n<\/div><\/ul>\n\n\n<p>No one said landing a remote job is easy. The remote job market is quite competitive, so you need to go the extra mile if you\u2019re serious about your career. Writing an ATS-friendly resume is inarguably annoying and time-consuming, but it\u2019s worth the effort because it increases the likelihood of getting a great job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_f59147ad-a32e-470a-8193-6445c881aec3\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px\">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"60vw\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-300x300.webp\" alt=\"Creating An ATS-Friendly Resume Worksheets\" class=\"wp-image-484931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-80x80.webp 80w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2022\/07\/CreatinganATSFriendlyResumeWorksheetsCoverImage-png.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"60vw\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/creating+an+ats-friendly+resume+worksheets-92\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This premium fillable resource will teach you how to write a resume that recruiters will notice<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_a209ff41-e912-41b6-b684-fe67988e72e4\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px\">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-an-ats-resume-include\"><strong>What Should an ATS Resume Include?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that ATS programs work like so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ATS software extracts content and organizes it according to the program&#8217;s definitions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ATS algorithms assign scores to applicants based on how well they match the job description<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recruiters filter applicants according to categories and keywords<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cThe thing is, with a bit of time, a little knowledge, and the right tools, you can make a massive difference in your job search. As in, triple your chances of getting an interview massive.\u201d<\/em> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobscan.co\/blog\/applicant-tracking-system-and-ats-systems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jobscan<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing how an ATS processes information makes resume writing a bit simpler. ATS resumes must have the following features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-section-headings\"><strong>Section Headings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ATS programs look for particular section headings so that they know where to get certain types of information. Use traditional section headings to ensure that the programs extract and structure your resume information correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, use the heading \u201cWork Experience\u201d instead of \u201cPrevious Jobs\u201d or embellished phrases like \u201cProfessional Chronology.\u201d You want to include a \u201cSummary\u201d and \u201cEducation and Professional Training\u201d section as well. Keep it simple and standard to help the ATS organize your credentials accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:29px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-work-history-descriptors\"><strong>Work History Descriptors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are dozens of ways to present your work history. Some ATS programs look for standard descriptors, such as title and employer, in a particular order. However, all ATSs are different, so there\u2019s no real right way to satisfy all systems. The best you can do is be consistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recommend the following order for each work history entry: company, title, city, state, and date. We advise against starting a work history entry with the dates of employment, as ATSs look for company names before anything else. Also, write your list in reverse chronological order (place your most recent position at the top).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-category-items\"><strong>Category Items<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ATS software recognizes specific information and assigns each to a category. Categories are used as filters when recruiters look for candidates who reside in a particular state, for example. Types of categories include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contact information (first name, last name, phone number, email, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location (city, state, and country)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recent status (your most recent work history entry)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employment type (full time or contractor, for example)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Years of employment (the total number of years since your oldest work history entry)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education level (your highest earned degree)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each ATS has its own structure and employers can often customize the ATS to display what they believe to be relevant information. At least make sure your most recent work history entry closely matches the qualifications listed in the job post. Also, be sure your contact information and location are clear and positioned at the top of the document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keywords\"><strong>Keywords<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keywords are particular words or phrases that summarize an employment position. To successfully craft an ATS-friendly resume, you need to put on your SEO hat and strategically use keywords throughout your document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, a web developer applying for a Remote Front-End Web Developer position online may want to incorporate keywords like \u201cHTML,\u201d \u201cCSS,\u201d \u201cJavaScript,\u201d \u201cPHP,\u201d \u201cAgile,\u201d \u201cAdobe Illustrator,\u201d \u201cAPI integration,\u201d and \u201cWordPress.\u201d Employers who seek candidates with such skills will search their ATS database using these exact keywords. Applicants who only use keywords like \u201cweb developer,\u201d \u201cmarkup languages,\u201d and \u201cweb design\u201d may not receive a high score or show up on a recruiter\u2019s search results. The general idea is to include specific keywords contained in the job description.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_a1723a94-52af-4ed0-ae45-aba393b0b4c6\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px\">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"60vw\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-406680\" style=\"width:405px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/staticblog.virtualvocations.com\/2021\/10\/Keywords26FormattingforATS-friendlyResumesRecruitersWillNotice.png 1920w\" sizes=\"60vw\"><\/picture><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtualvocations.com\/remote-career-center\/overview\/keywords+%26+formatting+for+ats-friendly+resumes+recruiters+will+notice-38\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Available to our premium members, learn how to design your resume using keywords and formatting techniques that are ATS-friendly<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div id=\"ub_divider_8fe66181-f1ee-4b88-b565-542c021c567e\" data-divider-alignment=\"center\" class=\"ub_divider wp-block-ub-divider ub-divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px\">\n\t<div class=\"ub_divider_line \" \n\tstyle=\"border-top: 4px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px; \">\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-additional-tips-for-writing-ats-resumes\"><strong>Additional Tips for Writing ATS Resumes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some more words of advice to prevent your ATS resume from getting trashed:<\/p>\n\n\n<ul style=\"padding-left: 1.1em; text-align: left; --ub-list-item-icon-top: 3px;; --ub-list-item-icon-size: 0.9em; --ub-list-item-background-image: url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,&lt;svg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 512 512&quot;&gt;&lt;path fill=&quot;%23b34101&quot; d=&quot;M470.6 105.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-256 256c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0l-128-128c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0L192 338.7 425.4 105.4c12.5-12.5 32.8-12.5 45.3 0z&quot;&gt;&lt;\/path&gt;&lt;\/svg&gt;'); 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