Ledger resume template: how to use it, tips & FAQ
Ledger is best for: Directors, senior managers and executive applications.
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Live preview with fictional sample content, drawn by the same renderer as the builder.
What the Ledger layout looks like
A restrained serif name and uppercase title, a double rule under the contact line, and sections separated by fine full-width rules with serif headings such as “Leadership Summary” and “Career History”.
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 Ledger template suits
Think twice for: Junior roles and portfolio-led creative applications.
Is Ledger ATS-friendly?
Single column; contact details are in the body, not in a page header.
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 Ledger resume
- Use the summary for a three-line leadership statement.
- Start each role with scope (team, budget, markets).
- Keep “Core Competencies” to ten or fewer items.
How to make a Ledger resume in 5 steps
- Open Ledger 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.
Ledger template FAQ
What makes Ledger different from Executive?
Ledger uses fine rules and serif section titles with sans-serif body text; Executive is fully serif with more spacing.
Does Ledger have a photo?
An optional small photo can sit to the right of your name.
Is the Ledger template free?
Yes. Ledger is free to edit and download as a PDF or Word (.docx) file, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Can I switch from Ledger 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.