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19 Sep 2024 Paula Martins

The 5 Best Free & Paid AI Resume Builders [ATS-Friendly]

Let's face it: building a resume is no walk in the park.

There's the layout, the formatting, filling out your past experiences… and not to mention one of the trickiest parts: writing your resume in compelling language that grabs the attention of recruiters.

My guess is, if you've landed on this article, you're probably looking for assistance to help you build an awesome resume.

One way to do so is by using an AI resume builder.

Well, I've got good news for you — you've landed in the right place! This article reviews the top 5 resume builders along with their pros and cons.

And, because the job search is more than just crafting a resume, we've also listed five more free tools that can help you land your dream job!

But before we begin, there's something you should know:

There's More To Building A Resume Than You Think

Especially a resume that will get results like:

  1. Application Views
  2. Interviews

Let's dive deeper into each.

How To Build A Resume That Gets Views

There's nothing worse than applying for hundreds, maybe even thousands of jobs and realizing your application hasn't been viewed by one single company.

I know. I've been there.

The truth is, if your resume isn't optimized for ATS, the odds won't be in your favor.

ATS stands for Applicant Tracking System — software recruiters use it to filter candidates that best match the job description by scanning specific skills, experience, and keywords on their resume.

If you want to increase the chances of your application being viewed, then you'll need to optimize your resume for ATS!

Now, I know you might be wondering how to go about this. The good news is, that there are plenty of resume checkers out there that will scan and score your resume against your target job description and suggest improvements.

You can try out Cultivated Culture's resume scanner, ResyMatch.io, using the shortcut below to get started!

Step 1

Copy/paste or upload your resume here:

Click here to paste text

or

Upload a PDF, Word Doc, or TXT File

UPLOAD RESUME
Step 2

Paste the job post's details here:

Step 3

Scan to compare and score your resume vs the job's description.

START RESUME SCAN
Or see a sample resume scan

How To Build A Resume That Gets Interviews

Unfortunately, even if you optimize your resume for ATS and boost your application views, this doesn't necessarily mean you'll suddenly land dozens of interviews.

Keep in mind that once your resume gets past the  ATS, it will most likely be skimmed by human eyes. This means you'll need eye-popping information in there that really sells and is compelling to a human reader.

This is when you'll want to muster all of your copywriting skills and write compelling resume bullets that combine:

  • Hard & Soft Skills
  • Action Words
  • Measurable Results
  • And just the right amount of common words.

For example, here's what a compelling resume bullet for a Software Engineer might look like:

Designed and launched a mobile app with over 50,000 downloads, improving user retention by 20% through iterative UI/UX enhancements.

That's way better than something like “Designed and launched a mobile app“, right?

To make sure your resume bullet is top-notch, you can use ResyBullet.io to scan and score every resume bullet on your resume!

Free Resume Bullet Analyzer

Learn to write crazy effective resume bullets that grab attention, illustrate value, and actually get results.

Copy and paste your resume bullet to begin analysis:
Click To Analyze!

Here's what the Software Engineer resume bullet scored:

Software Engineer Resume Bullet Example

If you're still struggling to write your resume, fear not. This video provides a step-by-step guide to writing eye-catching resume bullets:

5 Best AI Resume Builders To Boost Your Job Search In 2024

Now that we've covered the basics, it's time to pick a resume builder and start crafting your resume!

We've reviewed 5 AI resume builders so you can pick the one that best suits you.

Let's get started!

1. ResyBuild.io

ResyBuild.io is an AI resume builder that comes with 8 completely customizable, ATS-friendly templates.

Free Job-Winning Resume Templates, Build Yours In No Time.

Choose a resume template below to get started:

With ResyBuild, you can import your resume or start one from scratch. Just fill in the fields for personal info, objectives, experience, education, skills, and interests. After that, just click “Finalize Design” to customize colors, fonts, spacing, and margins!

ResyBuild also comes with an AI writing assistance tool to help you write compelling resume bullet points. Simply add your experience, hit “Optimize”, and watch the magic happen.

ResyBuild AI Optimizer

Pros:

âś… Powered with AI: Write job-winning resume bullets with the AI writing assistance tool.

âś… Easy to use: Intuitive platform and very easy to use.

âś… ATS-Friendly: ResyBuild's resume templates are designed for ATS best practices.

âś… All resources are free: The Free Plan gives you 10 standard credits and 3 AI resume credits that grant you access to all of ResyBuild's features.

Cons: 

❌ Requires you to sign up for a free account to download the resume.

2. Teal

Teal's resume builder uses AI to help you enhance your resume and provides instant feedback.
Teal Resume Builder
Pros

âś… Powered with AI: You can improve resume bullets with Teal's AI writing assistance tool.

âś… Imports information from LinkedIn: You can import the information from your LinkedIn profile in addition to your existing resume.

âś… Instant feedback (Upgrade): Instant feedback and resume scores are available in Teal+.

Cons:

❌ Requires you to sign up for a free account to get started.

3. Kickresume

Kickresume offers a smooth resume-building experience by pre-filling your resume with AI based on your name and job title.

Kickresume Resume Builder

Pros

âś… Powered with AI: Kickresume uses AI to write your resume by providing your name and job title.

âś… Multilingual: You can craft your resume in different languages.

Cons:

❌ Adding additional sections, like skills and interests, requires an upgrade to Premium.

❌ Requires you to sign up for a free account to get started.

4. Resume Builder

Resume Builder uses AI to help you write your resume based on your job title.Resume Builder Resume Builder

Pros

âś… Powered with AI: Generates recommendations based on your job title.

âś… Easy to use: Intuitive design, providing a smooth UX.

Cons:

❌ Requires a small payment for a 14-day access.

❌ Requires you to sign up for a free account to download the resume.

5. Enhancv

Enhancv uses ChatGPT to help you write your resume.

Enhancv Resume Builder #2

Pros

âś… Powered with AI: Uses ChatGPT to help you write your resume.

âś… Imports information from LinkedIn: You can import the information from your LinkedIn profile in addition to your existing resume.

Cons:

❌ Requires you to provide a job description to write your resume with AI.

❌ Requires an upgrade to download the resume.

ChatGPT VS. Resume Builders: Where Should I Start?

After going through all the options, you might be wondering: “Isn't it better to just use ChatGPT to write my resume?”

While ChatGPT can be a great resource to help you get started with your resume, it is not the best move to rely on it to do 100% of the work. First, you'll still have to work on layouts and formatting and, second, ChatGPT won't provide you with ATS best practices — unless you use very specific ChatGPT prompts.

My suggestion? Instead of choosing one or another, use both!

If you are starting this process without a resume draft, using ChatGPT to get that first draft out can be a great call. Then, use a resume builder to adjust & refine.

But don't forget: while AI can be super helpful, we don't recommend you blindly trust what it will give you. Always, always, always review and edit the content before considering it done.

Tips For Using AI To Build A Job-Winning Resume: A Step-By-Step Guide

AI can save you a lot of time if you use it properly. Below I've listed out a step-by-step process on how you can leverage AI for your resume!

1. If You're Using ChatGPT, Be Specific With Your Prompt

This means providing as many details as you can. You'll notice a significant difference by providing a simple prompt like “Please write a resume for a Social Media Manager” and something a little bit more detailed.

If you don't know where to start, feel free to copy and paste the ChatGPT prompt below and place the correct information marked in bold:

I need help writing my resume. This is what you need to know about me:

* Name: [Enter your name]
* Email: [Enter your email address]
* Phone: [Enter your phone number]
* Most recent experience (MM/YY – MM/YY): [Enter your job title and the company you worked for, e.g.: Product Marketing Manager at Google]
* Job description: [Enter the main activities you were responsible for, e.g.: Conducted market research, developed go-to-market strategy, and conducted performance analysis] 
* Previous experience: (MM/YY – MM/YY): [Enter your previous job title and the company you worked for]
* Job description: [Enter the main activities you were responsible for] 
* Previous experience: (MM/YY – MM/YY): [Enter your previous job title and the company you worked for]
* Job description: [Enter the main activities you were responsible for] 
* Education: [Enter your degree and school]

Please consider the following instructions:
1. Use action words, hard & soft skills, and measurable results whenever possible
2. Include a skill section

ChatGPT will give you a pretty good resume to start out with, with compelling sample bullet points that you can tailor according to your experiences and the results you've achieved. Edit, customize, and review until you have something that matches your experience!

đź’ˇ Pro Tip: ResyBuild.io can write compelling, job-winning bullet points within the resume builder itself. Just craft an initial bullet point and hit “Optimize” to improve! Try out ResyBuild.io for free.

2. Step It Up A Notch With AI Resume Builders

Now that you've got your resume draft, it's time to bring in the big guns. Pick one of the resume builders from the list above and get started by copying and pasting your resume. Then, pick one of the templates from the tool and start ramping up your resume.

Not only will the AI resume builders suggest ATS-friendly improvements, but you won't have to worry about designing and formatting your resume!

2. Run Your Resume Through An ATS Resume Checker

Finished building your resume? Don't forget to run it through a resume checker for any additional improvements. Some tools like ResyMatch.io will even compare your resume against a specific job description and provide tailored feedback for the position you are targeting.

If you have your resume in hand, you can use the shortcut below to run an analysis (in case you missed it earlier!):

Step 1

Copy/paste or upload your resume here:

Click here to paste text

or

Upload a PDF, Word Doc, or TXT File

UPLOAD RESUME
Step 2

Paste the job post's details here:

Step 3

Scan to compare and score your resume vs the job's description.

START RESUME SCAN
Or see a sample resume scan

Ready To Land An Interview?

Resumes are still a very important part of the job search, and using AI resume builders can be super helpful for crafting a great resume.

But did you know only 2% of resumes land interviews?

If you want to land more interviews, you'll need more than a great resume.

Our free comprehensive guide, “How To Get A Job Anywhere Without Applying Online” teaches effective job-searching strategies for today's market. We hope you'll find it helpful!

Good luck out there!

Paula Martins

Paula is Cultivated Culture's amazing Editor and Content Manager. Her background is in journalism and she's transitioned from roles in education, to tech, to finance, and more. She blends her journalism background with her job search experience to share advice aimed at helping people like you land jobs they love without applying online.

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