Case Study 001

ResumeTemplate: AI-Powered Resume Builder for ATS-Optimized Resumes

Craft professional, ATS-friendly resumes effortlessly with advanced AI generation and intuitive design tools.

Type
High-fidelity Conceptual Prototype
Platform
Web-App Native
Core Involvement
Research, UX design, UI design, Design Systems,  Illustration, Branding
Design Tools
Figma, Prototype, Adobe Illustrator,Acrobat, and  Paper

Define the objectives

Project background:

A smart, AI-powered app that helps job seekers create professional, ATS-friendly resumes based on their career level, industry, and job preferences.

Simplify Resume Creation for All Users through AI
Make the resume-building process fast, intuitive, and beginner-friendly with AI-powered suggestions and easy customization options.
Improve Quality & Market Readiness
Help users create resumes that increase their chances of landing interviews by optimizing content and having an ATS Friendly Format.
Increase User Retention & Monetization
Drive long-term user engagement and revenue growth through premium features and subscription plans.

Defining the Problem Space

Understanding User Needs

Key focus areas include:

  • How users create resumes and the tools they use
  • Their biggest struggles in resume writing and formatting
  • What motivates them to build or update a resume (e.g., job applications, career shifts)
  • Preferred resume styles and customization needs
Understanding User Needs
Our goal is to uncover the primary challenges users face when crafting resumes, such as:
  • Time-consuming process – Users struggle to start or format a resume efficiently
  • ATS rejection fears – Many are unsure if their resumes are recruiter-friendly
  • Content writing difficulties – Users find it hard to craft strong job descriptions
  • Limited personalization – Templates often feel generic and lack flexibility

The Solutions We Crafted

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Easy Customizable Resume Creation

Need: Users want a fast, straightforward way to create a professional resume without having to deal with complicated formatting or design issues.



Why it matters: Many job seekers, especially those who are new to the job market, struggle with the complexity of building a polished resume from scratch. They need an intuitive, step-by-step builder that simplifies the process while producing an ATS-friendly document.

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Job-Specific Resume AI Optimization

Need: Users want an easy way to customize resumes for specific roles and industries. AI optimizes content, suggests key skills, and aligns resumes with job descriptions to boost success.



Why it matters: Users want to ensure their resumes stand out to recruiters by focusing on the most relevant qualifications for each job application. The app needs to offer customization options that allow users to easily adjust their content for different roles.

Process Involved

The design process for the ResumeTemplate App focuses on creating a seamless and user-friendly experience. It begins with defining user flows to ensure an intuitive resume-building journey, followed by structuring information architecture for easy navigation.

Final Solution

The ResumeTemplate App delivers a seamless, AI-powered resume-building experience designed for efficiency and usability. With ATS-friendly templates, smart content suggestions, and an intuitive step-by-step builder, users can quickly create and customize professional resumes. The final design ensures easy navigation, flexible customization, and recruiter-optimized formatting, helping job seekers stand out in today's competitive market.

Highlighted Features

The ResumeTemplate App delivers a seamless, AI-powered resume-building experience designed for efficiency and usability. With ATS-friendly templates, smart content suggestions, and an intuitive step-by-step builder, users can quickly create and customize professional resumes. The final design ensures easy navigation, flexible customization, and recruiter-optimized formatting, helping job seekers stand out in today's competitive market.

Login Screens

A clean, minimalist design with email/password fields and inline validation. Social sign-in options (Google, LinkedIn, Apple) enable faster access. A magic link and password reset flow ensure seamless login recovery.

ATS-Friendly Resume Templates

Users receive AI-recommended templates based on their onboarding details. Templates are professionally designed to pass Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). A preview and customization feature allow users to tailor their resumes.

Easy Resume Creation

A guided step-by-step process helps users build resumes effortlessly. Users can customize sections, choose templates, and preview in real-time.

AI Content Suggestions

AI generates concise, optimized summaries for work experience based on user input. Suggestions adapt to industry standards and highlight key achievements. Users can edit or regenerate content for better personalization.

Monetization

Freemium model with basic templates and AI suggestions, while premium features unlock advanced tools. Subscription or one-time purchases grant access to premium templates and unlimited AI suggestions.
A paywall UI elegantly guides users toward upgrading.