Free CV Maker / CV Builder
Build a professional CV in minutes — choose from 25 templates, pick a colour theme, preview live, then print or save as PDF. Free, private, and works on any device.
Personal Information
▼Professional Summary
▼Work Experience
▼Education
▼Skills
▼Certifications
▼Projects
▼Achievements
▼Languages
▼Professional Memberships
▼References
▼Custom Sections
▼Choose a template. Your content is preserved when you switch. Complex layouts may be harder for some Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to parse.
Select a professional colour theme. Themes affect the CV preview only.
All themes are designed for readable print and screen contrast.
Show or hide optional sections. Empty sections are never printed.
Create a Professional CV Online
ALERTNAIJA247’s free CV Maker helps Nigerian job seekers, graduates and professionals build a clear, professional curriculum vitae without creating an account. Enter your details, choose from 25 distinct templates and professional colour themes, then print or save as PDF using your browser.
How to Create a Good CV
A good CV presents your experience, education and skills in a way that is easy for both people and software to read. Use accurate information only. Focus on relevance to the role you are applying for. Keep formatting consistent and avoid decorative elements that can confuse Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Nigerian CV Structure
There is no single mandatory format for CVs in Nigeria. Many employers and recruiters expect a clear structure that typically includes contact details, a short professional summary, work experience (or relevant projects), education, skills and optional sections such as certifications, languages or memberships. Modern practice generally avoids including date of birth, marital status, religion or state of origin unless a specific application form requests them.
What to Include in Your CV
- Full name and reliable contact details (phone, email, location)
- A concise professional title or target role
- A short summary of your background and strengths
- Work experience with responsibilities and genuine achievements
- Education and relevant qualifications
- Skills that match the job description where you truly have them
- Certifications, projects, languages or memberships when relevant
ATS-Friendly CV Tips
ATS (Applicant Tracking System) software is used by some employers to store and filter applications. Different systems behave differently. Simple, single-column layouts with conventional headings, standard fonts and clear section structure are generally safer for parsing. Heavy use of tables, text boxes, multi-column designs, graphics and unusual layouts can create problems in some systems. This tool includes a Classic ATS template designed for high readability. No template can guarantee an “ATS pass” because outcomes depend on the employer’s software and settings.
CV Tips for Graduates and Entry-Level Job Seekers
If you have limited formal work experience, emphasise education, projects, internships, NYSC (if applicable), volunteer work, relevant coursework and transferable skills. Be honest about your level of experience. Use action verbs and focus on what you actually did and learned.
CV Tips for Experienced Professionals
Lead with impact. Quantify results only when the numbers are real. Prioritise recent and relevant roles. You may shorten or omit very early positions if they no longer add value. Keep the document focused and scannable.
Common CV Mistakes to Avoid
- Inventing or exaggerating experience, titles or results
- Using the same generic CV for every application without tailoring
- Including unnecessary personal data that is not requested
- Cluttered design, low contrast or hard-to-read fonts
- Spelling and grammar errors
- Keyword stuffing that does not reflect real experience
How to Tailor Your CV to a Job
Read the job description carefully. Highlight the skills and experience you genuinely have that match the requirements. Adjust your summary and the order of bullet points so the most relevant information appears first. Do not claim skills or experience you do not have.
How to Save or Print Your CV
Use the Print / Save PDF button. In the browser print dialog, choose “Save as PDF” (or similar) as the destination. The print stylesheet hides the editor and page chrome so only your CV is printed. Test the output before sending applications.