Modern CV - 1-page
You're looking at the 1-page Modern CV in the Modern CV family. Edit it step-by-step in your browser, then keep the finished layout as a print-ready PDF for future applications.
- Free online editor with guidance
- ATS-friendly - no text hidden in images
- Print-ready A4 layout for UK/EU roles
Summarise your role in 1-2 lines. Focus on who you support and what you deliver.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb - Delivered, Led, Improved.
- Give one clear result per bullet (%, £, time saved, volume or quality).
Show the scope of the role and key responsibilities in one concise line.
- Highlight a measurable improvement or outcome.
- Include a second bullet that shows collaboration or leadership.
Keep this short and relevant to the role you want next.
- Focus on results, not just duties.
- Mention tools, systems or processes you improved.
Early roles can show reliability, organisation and teamwork.
- Add one achievement that shows impact or efficiency.
- Add one achievement that shows stakeholder support.
Include an entry-level role if it helps show experience or progression.
- Keep bullets short and specific.
- Use numbers where possible.
How to use this page
- Use the thumbnails to switch between colour themes, Studio layout and header banner layout (where available).
- Click Edit online to open the Grammarholic editor with this exact look pre-selected.
- Use this template as a study model and submit only your own wording - do not submit it as-is.
- When you're happy with your wording and layout, use the editor to preview the finished CV and save it as a PDF when access is available.
Colour options for this family
Choose a theme below to open the Modern CV editor with that look selected. Use this template as a study model and submit only your own wording - do not submit it as-is.
Modern teal accent
Accent layoutSignature modern teal header and left panel.
Modern teal (Neutral)
Neutral layoutWhite header with teal dividers for a lighter finish.
Classic ink (Neutral)
Neutral layoutNeutral layout with classic ink headings and thin lines.
Classic ink (Accent)
Accent layoutClassic ink with a light grey accent for readability.
Soft emerald
Accent layoutSoft emerald accents for a calm, polished finish.
Deep navy
Accent layoutSoft blue accents for a lighter, modern finish.
How this template works
1. Edit online with guidance
Use the Studio editor to fill in each section step-by-step: header, profile, skills, experience, education and references. Your draft auto-saves in your browser while you type.
2. Save the finished PDF
When access is available, use the print route to save a clean, print-ready PDF layout you can reuse for future applications.
3. Option to hand it to a writer
If you'd like a human writer to polish everything for you, you can upgrade via the CV Builder service. We'll use the same layout so your final CV matches this design.
What's included in this template
Template files
- Single-page CV layout in print-ready PDF format.
Guidance & content prompts
- Section labels and subtle hints so you know what to write where.
- Example bullet formats to keep everything concise and results-focused.
Support
- Access to the online editor whenever you want to refresh your wording.
- Template code studio-modern-1p if you need help from our team.
Technical details
- Layout pages
- 1
- Paper size
- A4 (suitable for UK / EU applications)
- File type
- Print-ready PDF (A4)
- Editing level
- Beginner-friendly - clean layout, no complex formatting
- Fonts
- System-safe fonts chosen to avoid ATS issues
- Themes
- Modern teal accent, Modern teal (Neutral), Classic ink (Neutral), Classic ink (Accent), Soft emerald, Deep navy, Blue accent