The Creative template introduces visual interest through strategic use of accent colors and skill chips, without crossing into unprofessional territory. Section headings feature colored dots, and skills are presented as crisp, bordered chips that add texture to the page.

This template acknowledges that in creative fields, your resume is often the first piece of your portfolio that recruiters see. The design signals attention to visual detail while keeping the focus on your experience. The accent color can be customized to match your personal brand or portfolio aesthetic.

The Creative template works best when you're applying to roles where design sensibility matters—product design, marketing, content creation, or any role where visual communication is part of the job. It's also effective for candidates in tech-adjacent creative roles, like developer advocates or technical writers who need to demonstrate both technical depth and communication skills.

One note: while the design is more expressive, it still maintains ATS compatibility. The visual elements are decorative rather than structural, so parsing systems can still extract your information correctly.