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CV Maker — Create Your Curriculum Vitae in Minutes

Whether you need a CV or resume, our AI-powered maker creates professional, ATS-friendly documents. Perfect for academics, international applications, and detailed career histories.

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Dr. Sarah Williams

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Stanford University • 2019

M.S. in Machine Learning

MIT • 2015

Publications

Neural Network Optimization

Nature ML Journal • 2023

Skills

Python TensorFlow Research Teaching

CV vs Resume: What's the Difference?

Not sure whether you need a CV or resume? Understanding the difference helps you choose the right document for your application.

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Length: 2+ pages, no limit
  • Content: Complete academic & professional history
  • Includes: Publications, research, grants, teaching
  • Best for: Academia, research, EU/UK applications
  • Updates: Chronological, comprehensive
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Resume

  • Length: 1-2 pages maximum
  • Content: Targeted highlights for specific role
  • Includes: Recent experience, relevant skills
  • Best for: Industry jobs, US applications
  • Updates: Customized per job application

When to Use a CV vs Resume

Use a CV When

  • Applying for academic positions
  • Applying to graduate school
  • Seeking research positions
  • Applying in Europe, UK, or Asia
  • Scientific or medical fields
  • You have publications to list

Use a Resume When

  • Applying to US corporations
  • Entry-level positions
  • Industry and business roles
  • Tech startup applications
  • Career change situations
  • Recruiters specifically request it

International Tip

  • US/Canada: Resume preferred
  • UK/Europe: CV is standard
  • Australia: Both terms used
  • Asia: Varies by country
  • Middle East: CV preferred
  • When in doubt: Check job posting

Pro Tip

  • Our CV maker creates both formats
  • Templates adapt to your content
  • Switch between CV/resume easily
  • Same content, different formatting
  • Export both versions as needed
  • AI helps choose best structure

Professional CV Templates

Templates designed for academic, research, and international applications

Academic
Academic CV
Multi-page format with publications, research focus, and academic achievements
European
Europass Style
EU-friendly format with optional photo section for international applications
Classic
Traditional CV
Clean, professional, versatile design that works across all industries
Research
Research CV
Optimized for grants, presentations, publications, and scientific work
Medical
Medical CV
Perfect for residency applications, certifications, and clinical training
Technical
Engineering CV
Technical layout highlighting projects, skills, and certifications

How Our CV Maker Works

1

Upload Content

Upload existing CV/resume or paste your information directly.

2

AI Extraction

Our AI parses and organizes your information automatically.

3

Choose Template

Select from CV or resume templates for your needs.

4

Download PDF

Get your polished CV as a professional LaTeX-quality PDF.

CV Maker Features

Multi-Page Support

Create CVs of any length. Our templates handle multi-page documents beautifully.

Publications Section

Properly formatted citations for academic papers, books, and conference proceedings.

15+ Languages

Create CVs in English, German, French, Spanish, Arabic, and many more.

ATS-Optimized

Clean format passes Applicant Tracking Systems used by universities and companies.

AI Enhancement

Optional AI rewriting improves descriptions and bullet points.

Easy Updates

Edit your CV anytime. Add publications, grants, or new positions easily.

CV Format Types

Choose the right format structure for your career situation

Chronological

Lists experience from most recent to oldest. Best for steady career progression.

Best for: Traditional careers

Functional

Focuses on skills and abilities rather than timeline. Great for career changers.

Best for: Career changes

Combination

Highlights both skills and chronological work history. Versatile option.

Best for: Experienced pros

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CV Maker FAQs

What is a CV?

CV stands for Curriculum Vitae (Latin for "course of life"). It's a comprehensive document detailing your entire academic and professional history, including education, research, publications, and awards.

What's the difference between CV and resume?

A resume is 1-2 pages with targeted highlights; a CV is comprehensive with no page limit. CVs are common in academia and Europe, while resumes are standard in US business contexts.

How long should a CV be?

CVs have no page limit. Entry-level candidates might have 2 pages, while senior academics can have 10+ pages with publications, grants, and presentations.

Should I include a photo on my CV?

It depends on location. Photos are common in Europe and Asia but discouraged in the US and UK to prevent bias. Our templates support both options.

Can I convert my CV to a resume?

Yes! Our CV maker can generate both formats from the same content. Simply choose the appropriate template for your needs.

Is this CV maker free?

Yes! New users get 3 free credits. Each credit creates one professional CV — no credit card required to start.