Fjord resume template: how to use it, tips & FAQ
Fjord is best for: Engineering, operations and healthcare roles.
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Live preview with fictional sample content, drawn by the same renderer as the builder.
What the Fjord layout looks like
A deep colour header with photo, and a tinted information column with contact details, personal data and skill bars beside the main column.
The photo only appears if you upload one. In the builder, the Show these details? panel lets you show or hide the photo, date of birth, nationality, marital status and visa status — and that single setting applies to the preview, the PDF, the Word file and printing.
Who the Fjord template suits
Think twice for: Very long resumes, where the side column can run short.
Is Fjord ATS-friendly?
Two columns under a coloured header; use the Text PDF or .docx for portals.
Whatever design you choose, the builder's Application view shows the same content as a simple one-column page, and the Text PDF and .docx downloads keep selectable text in a clear reading order. No tool can guarantee how a particular employer's system reads a file, so follow the job advert's instructions. More in our ATS-friendly resume guide.
Tips for a stronger Fjord resume
- Deep teal suits Fjord.
- Put licences and certifications in the side column.
- Keep the header title short.
How to make a Fjord resume in 5 steps
- Open Fjord in the free builder — no account needed.
- Enter your details in the form, or import a JSON backup from another device.
- Click any text on the page to edit it in place; press Enter to finish or Esc to cancel.
- Check page flow with the page markers, then look at Application view for portals.
- Download a Text PDF, a Word .docx, a Design PDF or print.
Fjord template FAQ
Does Fjord print well?
Yes, though the coloured header uses more ink.
Can Fjord be used without a photo?
Yes.
Is the Fjord template free?
Yes. Fjord is free to edit and download as a PDF or Word (.docx) file, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Can I switch from Fjord to another template without losing my content?
Yes. Your details are stored once and every template reads the same content, so switching designs never deletes anything. You can also undo a change.
Which file should I send to an online application portal?
Use the Text PDF or the Word (.docx) download. Both keep your content in a simple reading order with selectable text. Use the Design PDF when you email the resume directly to a person.