Editorial Guidelines

Here’s a set of editorial guidelines tailored for creating professional CV templates (for Microsoft Word and Google Docs) to ensure consistency, usability, and quality for your audience on CVTemplatesHub.com:

1. Design & Formatting Standards

Professional Aesthetics:

    • Use clean, modern layouts with ample white space.

    • Avoid overly decorative fonts or distracting colors. Stick to classic typefaces (e.g., Calibri, Arial, Helvetica) for readability.

    • Ensure headings, subheadings, and body text follow a consistent hierarchy (e.g., 14–16pt for headings, 11–12pt for body text).

ATS Compatibility:

    • Avoid tables, text boxes, or graphics that may confuse Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

    • Use standard section headers (e.g., “Work Experience,” “Skills,” “Education”).

Page Layout:

    • Margins: 0.5–1 inch (adjustable for content density).

    • Length: 1–2 pages (include optional “Page 2” headers for continuity).

2. Content Structure

Mandatory Sections:

    • Header: Name, professional title, contact info (email, phone, LinkedIn).

    • Professional Summary: 3–4 lines highlighting key achievements/skills.

    • Work Experience: Reverse-chronological order with bullet points (focus on achievements, not duties).

    • Education: Degree, institution, dates (include GPA only if >3.5).

    • Skills: Categorize into “Technical,” “Soft,” or “Industry-Specific” skills.

Optional Sections:

    • Certifications, Projects, Languages, Volunteer Work.

Placeholder Text:

    • Use [Job Title] or [Company Name] brackets for customizable fields.

    • Add brief instructions in gray italics (e.g., “Replace with your accomplishment metrics”).

3. File Technical Requirements

Microsoft Word Templates:

  • Compatibility: Save as .docx (compatible with Word 2019 and newer).

  • Styling:

    • Use built-in Styles (Heading 1, Heading 2) for easy customization.

    • Enable grids and guides for alignment.

  • Editable Fields:

    • Ensure text boxes, fonts, and colors are fully editable.

    • Avoid locked elements or password protection.

Google Docs Templates:

Setup:

    • Share via Google Drive with “View Only” access; users must “Make a Copy” to edit.

    • Use Google Fonts (e.g., Roboto, Lato) for cross-device consistency.

Formatting:

    • Use tables sparingly; prioritize columns created with tabs or spacing.

    • Include hyperlinks (e.g., LinkedIn icons) as placeholders.

User Support

  • Include a “Quick Start Guide” PDF with every download:

    • How to edit fonts/colors.

    • Tips for tailoring the template to specific jobs.

    • Troubleshooting common Word/Google Docs issues.

4. Tone & Style for Template Content

  • Professional yet Approachable: Avoid jargon; use action verbs (e.g., “Managed,” “Optimized”).

  • Gender-Neutral Language: Use “they/them” pronouns in placeholder text.

  • Global Readability: Avoid region-specific terms (e.g., “CV” vs. “Resume” – clarify in guidelines).

By adhering to these guidelines, you’ll ensure your templates are user-friendly, polished, and aligned with job-seeker needs. This builds trust and positions CVTemplatesHub.com as a go-to resource for professional CV creation

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