Pick a clean, professional layout that highlights timelines and metrics. For a Project Analyst, use a reverse-chronological or hybrid layout so your recent project results appear first.
Keep length tight. One page fits entry and mid-career roles. Use two pages only if you have long, relevant project histories with hard metrics and tools listed.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Use 10-12pt for body and 14-16pt for headers. Keep line spacing at 1.0–1.15 and 0.2–0.3in margins to breathe.
Let white space guide the eye. Use consistent section spacing and simple bullet lists for achievements. Avoid heavy graphics or multi-column layouts that break ATS parsing.
Follow a clear structure with standard headings. Use sections such as Contact, Summary, Experience, Projects, Skills, and Education. Place key tools and metrics near job titles or project names.
Watch these common mistakes: complex templates with columns or images, non-standard fonts, dense paragraphs without bullets, and inconsistent date formats. Also avoid long paragraphs that hide results.
Quantify impact often. For each project, show your role, the tools used, the outcome, and a number or percent. That makes your contributions clear to hiring managers and hiring systems.