Pick a clean, professional template that highlights schedules, logistics, and stakeholder work. Use a reverse-chronological layout so recent executive support roles show first.
Keep length tight. One page works for most Executive Coordinator roles. Use two pages only if you have long, directly related experience supporting C-suite across many years.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri or Arial. Use 10–12pt for body and 14–16pt for headers. Keep margins and line spacing consistent to give breathing room.
Use clear section headings: Contact, Summary, Experience, Skills, Education, Certifications. Use short bullet points that start with strong action verbs and show concrete outcomes.
Avoid complex columns, lots of icons, and embedded tables. Those often break ATS parsing and confuse hiring managers. Use simple bolding and spacing instead of heavy color or graphics.
Watch common mistakes. Don’t cram text into tiny margins. Don’t use nonstandard fonts or long paragraphs. Don’t list irrelevant tasks without showing impact.
Make your format consistent. Dates, job titles, and company names should follow one style. Proof your document as plain text to check how an ATS reads it.