- name
- global-resume-builder
- description
- Creates professional resumes (CV) for international job applications. Use when: (1) applying to global companies, (2) need English/American style resume, (3) ATS-optimized resume required, (4) tech/finance/corporate job applications. Generates ATS-friendly, hiring manager-ready resumes with proper formatting for US, EU, UK, and APAC markets.
🌍 Global Resume/CV Builder
Overview
Creates professional resumes optimized for international job markets. Handles ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), regional formatting, and industry-specific templates.
Supported Markets
| Region | Format Style | Key Features |
|---|
| US/Canada | 1-page, Summary-led | ATS-optimized, Action verbs |
| UK | 2-page, Profile-led | Personal statement, UK spelling |
| EU | 2-page, Photo-optional | GDPR compliant |
| APAC | 1-2 page | Photo optional, English |
Resume Types by Industry
1. Tech/Software
[Name]
[Title] - e.g., Senior Software Engineer
SUMMARY
Results-driven engineer with X years experience...
EXPERIENCE
Company | Title | Dates
- Led team of X → delivered Y
- Built system that reduced Z by %
SKILLS
Languages: Python, Java, Go...
Tools: AWS, Docker, Kubernetes...
2. Finance/Consulting
[Name]
[Degree] | [Target Role]
EDUCATION
University | Degree | GPA
INTERNSHIPS
Firm | Role | Summer X
- Analyzed Y → resulted in Z
3. Marketing/Creative
[Name]
[Portfolio URL]
EXPERIENCE
Campaign results prominently displayed
Metrics: % growth, ROI, reach
PORTFOLIO
Links to notable work
ATS Optimization
Keywords
- Match job description keywords exactly
- Use standard job titles
- Avoid: graphics, tables, headers/footers
Formatting Rules
- .docx or .pdf (check job posting)
- Standard fonts: Arial, Calibri, Garamond
- No columns (some ATS can't read)
- Plain text file names: "John_Doe_Resume.pdf"
Action Verbs by Category
| Category | Verbs |
|---|
| Leadership | Led, Directed, Managed, Mentored |
| Achievement | Achieved, Exceeded, Delivered, Transformed |
| Analysis | Analyzed, Evaluated, Researched, Identified |
| Communication | Presented, Negotiated, Collaborated, Influenced |
| Technical | Developed, Implemented, Built, Designed |
Output Format
# [Full Name]
[City, Country] | [Phone] | [Email] | [LinkedIn] | [Portfolio]
---
## PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
[2-3 sentences: years exp, key expertise, main achievement]
---
## PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
### [Company Name] | [Location] | [Dates]
**[Job Title]**
- Led/Developed/Improved [X] resulting in [Y% improvement]
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to [Z]
- [Another achievement with metrics]
### [Previous Company] | [Location] | [Dates]
**[Previous Title]**
- [Achievement 1]
- [Achievement 2]
---
## EDUCATION
[Degree] - [University] - [Year] - [GPA if impressive]
---
## SKILLS
[Technical Skills]
[Soft Skills]
---
## CERTIFICATIONS (if applicable)
[Cert Name] - [Issuer] - [Year]
Key Differences: US vs UK vs EU
US Resume
- 1 page max (entry level 1, exec 2)
- "Resume" not "CV"
- No photo
- Summary first
- Dates in month/year
- Achievements with metrics
UK CV
- 2 pages max
- "CV" or "Curriculum Vitae"
- Profile/personal statement first
- "Managed team of 5" not "Led"
EU CV
- Photo optional (country-specific)
- Sometimes requires photo
- More personal details allowed
- Date format: DD/MM/YYYY
Pro Tips
- Tailor every application - Match keywords from job description
- Quantify everything - "Increased sales by 25%"
- Use power verbs - Start bullets with action verbs
- Keep it clean - White space matters
- Proofread - Zero typos allowed
