Portrait Band CV template

Built around the photo rather than leaving a hole for it: the portrait is set inside a soft grey top band alongside your name and contact details, which is what makes it look designed rather than pasted on. Everything below is a single column with full-width grey heading bars and no chromatic colour. This is the one to use for German, Austrian, Swiss and Dutch applications. A photo is required — pick another template if you would rather not include one. Language levels use a self-assessed five-dot rating.

Layout

Header band across the top

Photo

Built around a portrait

Screening software (ATS)

Safe Reads correctly in the screening software most employers use. Standard headings and plain text, nothing for it to trip over. What is screening software?

Best for

markets where a CV photo is expected

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