How to use CVwerk effectively
Welcome to CVwerk! Our platform makes it easy to create professional CVs – fast and intuitively. Creating and previewing are free; the watermark-free PDF download is available with Premium (one-time 5.99 €). This guide walks you through the entire process step by step, from sign-up to your finished PDF download.
You can get started right away, no account required! Simply click "Start now" and begin building your CV straight away.
How to sign up:
1. Click "Sign Up" in the top right
2. Enter your name, email and password
3. Done! You are logged in and ready to go
After signing in (or without signing in), you reach the CV editor – the heart of our platform. Here you build your CV with a live preview that shows your changes in real time.
This is where you enter all your details: personal information, work experience, education, skills and more.
See instantly how your CV looks. Every change is shown live!
Pick the right template for your application from 33 professional designs. Each design is optimized for different industries and positions.
IT, consulting, start-ups
Banking, law, public institutions
Design, marketing, media
Tip: You can switch templates at any time! Your data is preserved and automatically displayed in the new design.
Fill in the individual sections step by step. All sections are optional – you decide what goes into your CV.
Add your professional roles. You can add as many positions as you like.
School, university, vocational training – list all relevant qualifications.
Languages, IT skills, soft skills and certificates
A professional photo can enhance your application. Our platform offers a built-in photo editor that lets you crop your image perfectly.
How the photo upload works:
1. Click "Upload photo"
2. Select your image (max. 5MB)
3. Use the cropper to trim it
4. Click "Apply"
Once you are happy with your CV, you can save it and download it as a high-quality PDF.
Your CVs are saved automatically. You can edit and download them anytime.
Creating and previewing are possible. An account is required to save and for the PDF download (Premium).
Create different versions for different applications. Tailor your CV to each specific role.
Keep your CV up to date at all times. Add new qualifications and experience promptly.
Experiment with different templates. Your data is preserved and transferred automatically.
Download your PDF and have friends or family proofread it.
Follow this guide and create a convincing, professional CV in just a few minutes!
Get started now