Start with the role, not the template
The best CV is not the one with the most decoration. It is the one that makes the fit obvious in the first ten seconds. Before editing a line, highlight the repeated skills and outcomes in the job description.
Use that shortlist to decide what belongs near the top of your CV. A template should support that hierarchy, never compete with it.
Write outcomes, not job descriptions
Replace responsibility-led phrases with evidence. Instead of saying you were responsible for a newsletter, explain how you grew qualified subscribers, improved open rates, or created a repeatable process.
A simple formula helps: action + method + measurable result. Even a directional result is stronger than a list of tasks.
Keep the structure predictable
Use standard headings, readable type, and a reverse-chronological timeline. Give every role the same visual treatment and keep your most relevant work within the first half of the page.