Classic ATS — LaTeX resume template
Also known as: sb2nov resume
- Layout:
- Single column
- ATS parsing:
- Text extracts in reading order — parser-reliable
- Style class:
- ATS-safe (minimal)
- Photo slot:
- No
- Best density:
- Senior / dense
- Suggested role:
- Business Analyst
ATS-safe design
Who the Classic ATS template is for
- Applicants funneling every application through online ATS portals
- Business analysts, engineers, and generalists who want zero-risk formatting
- Federal-style and conservative industries expecting a plain document
- Anyone A/B testing content changes without layout variables
Rooted in the open-source Jake Gutierrez and sb2nov resume templates widely shared on GitHub and Overleaf.
Classic ATS template FAQ
- Is Classic ATS really safe for applicant tracking systems?
- Yes, that is the point of the design. Classic ATS uses one column, standard section names, plain serif text, and no icons, tables, or color blocks, so the PDF extracts exactly in reading order. Parsers keep every role attached to its employer and dates. Among ResumeWizard's LaTeX templates, it is one of the most conservative choices for automated screening.
- Do I need to know LaTeX to use Classic ATS?
- No. ResumeWizard compiles the template in the cloud while you work in a normal online editor. Enter your roles, education, and skills as structured fields, watch the live preview update, and download the typeset PDF when you are done. You never install TeX, manage packages, or read a compiler log.
