CV Templates: 55 Professional Designs (Free PDF Download)
Choose from 55 professional CV templates – all in standard A4 format and optimised for applicant tracking systems (ATS). From classic to modern designs, find the perfect match for every industry.
Every CV template can be customized directly in the editor: enter your details, switch designs and view the live preview. 5 selected templates are 100% free including PDF download; Premium designs can be tested in the preview before unlocking.
Are CVwerk's resume templates free to use?
Yes, 5 professional templates are 100% free forever – including complete, watermark-free PDF export without account registration. For applicants seeking the ultimate selection, our complete collection features 55 designer templates and AI cover letter tools. Lifetime access to all 55 templates is an affordable one-time fee of €7.99 – with zero recurring subscriptions.
All 55 CV templates at a glance
Click a template to open and customize it directly in the editor.
Creative
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Bold
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Journey
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Formal
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Minimal
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Compact
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Simple
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Traditional
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Minimal
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Classic
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Professional
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Lebenslauf Pro
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Lebenslauf
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Nova
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Classic
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Trust
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Profplus
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Weber
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Prestige
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Timeline
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Aqua
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Sidebar Pro
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Professional
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Corporate
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Elegant
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Modern
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Nordic Clean
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
American Modern
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
London Professional
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Paris Elegant
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Editorial Serif
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Swiss Grid
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Modern
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Burya
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Diagonal
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
European Timeline
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Executive
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Monochrome Frame
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Slanted
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Artistic
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Sidebar
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Ocean Split
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Executive Dark
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Creative Blocks
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Berlin Clean
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Tokyo Compact
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Oxford Academic
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Vienna Classic
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Stockholm Pure
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Zurich Corporate
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Toronto Hybrid
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Madrid Modern
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Frankfurt Finance
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Amsterdam Linear
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Oslo Minimal
DIN 5008Modern professional design, customizable
Quick Guide: Which CV template fits you best?
AEO Recommendation · Quick SelectionChoosing the right CV template depends on your industry and experience: For traditional sectors (finance, legal, administration), stick to structured formal designs (e.g., Formal or Traditional). For dynamic fields (IT, marketing, startups), modern layouts with clean color accents (e.g., Journey or Modern) stand out. For creative roles (design, media), expressive styles (Creative or Bold) show personality. When applying via enterprise portals, a minimalist single-column layout (Minimal) ensures 100% ATS readability.
At a Glance: The 4 Template Categories:
Which CV template is right for me?
The right CV template depends on your industry and position. For traditional fields (administration, finance, law), clean and formal designs work best. In creative professions, the template can be more modern and colorful. In any case, the key is clarity, one to two pages and ATS readability.
You can find a detailed step-by-step guide in our CV guide. If you want to start right away, choose a CV template above and customize it in the editor. Start with one of the 5 free templates or test Premium designs in the preview first.
CV template or CV sample?
A CV template gives you the layout: spacing, sections, typography and structure are already prepared. A CV sample also shows example wording and content. For your application, both are useful: the template keeps the design professional, while the sample helps you decide what to write. In CVwerk you can choose a template, enter your personal details and adapt your CV to the role, your skills and your qualifications.
What should a CV include?
A good CV should quickly show why you fit the position. Important sections are personal details, work experience, education, knowledge, skills and relevant qualifications. Depending on the job, soft skills, language skills, IT skills, driving licence details or further training can also be useful. The main goal is clarity so employers can find the important details immediately.
Word template or online editor?
Many free CV templates for Word look practical at first. But while editing, spacing, tables and page breaks can shift, especially when you save the CV as a PDF. An online editor is more stable: the template stays intact while you change content, add sections or switch the design. This helps you prepare your CV and application cleanly without adjusting every detail in Word again.
Which template fits which role?
For roles in administration, banking, insurance or law, a calm and classic template is usually the best choice. Employers in these fields expect a clear order and little distraction. For IT, marketing, sales or modern companies, a fresher design can work well as long as the CV stays professional. Creative templates are most useful when design, media or communication are part of the job.
Present skills and knowledge clearly
Skills should not just be listed randomly in a CV. It is better to group them clearly: languages, IT knowledge, soft skills, certificates and other qualifications. This helps employers see which details are relevant for the application. If you apply for several roles, adjust this section slightly and mention the skills first that are most important in the job posting.
CV templates to fill in
Our CV templates are made to be filled in and help you check the content of your CV completely. You can quickly see whether personal details, education, work experience, knowledge, skills, application photo and cover letter fit together. With free samples or Word templates, gaps in the CV, too many pages or an unsuitable photo often become visible too late. With our templates and live preview, you can test different CVs and adjust your application calmly before downloading.
Create for free and download as PDF
You can create your CV online, test the template and check the live preview for free. 5 selected CV templates can be downloaded directly as PDF. Premium templates can also be previewed and customized; download becomes available after Premium unlock.
What types of CV templates are there?
Modern
A clean structure with subtle colour accents and plenty of white space – ideal for IT, marketing, start-ups and modern companies.
Classic
Simple, formal and understated – the safe choice for administration, finance, law and conservative industries.
Creative
Bolder layouts, colours and typography – a good fit for design, media and communication roles.
Minimalist & ATS-safe
A reduced, single-column design without graphics that applicant tracking systems (ATS) read flawlessly – ideal for online applications at large companies.
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Frequently asked questions about CV templates
Everything you need to know about our templates, formats and the free PDF export.
Are the CV templates free?
Yes. 5 selected CV templates (Journey, Creative, Bold, Formal, Minimal) are 100% free forever including PDF download without any watermark. All other Premium templates can be previewed and tested in the editor; download is unlocked via a fair one-time payment.
Are the templates ATS-optimized?
Yes. All templates are built so that applicant tracking systems (ATS) read the content reliably. For especially strict systems we recommend the minimalist, single-column designs.
Can I switch templates later?
Yes, anytime. You can switch templates in the editor with a single click, without re-entering your data; the live preview updates immediately.
Which template is right for me?
That depends on your industry and role: classic designs for formal sectors, modern or creative templates for tech, marketing and design. When in doubt, a clean layout is always a safe bet.
Is there a subscription trap at CVwerk?
No, absolutely not! CVwerk has zero subscriptions and zero hidden charges. Our 5 free templates are free forever, and Premium is purely a one-time payment with lifetime access.
Find your perfect CV template today
Download 5 templates 100% free or test all 55 Premium designs directly in the editor. No subscription trap, zero risk.