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ATS Keyword Optimization for Resume

Increases resume pass-through rate in ATS systems by systematically closing the keyword gap between a resume and a job description.

The prompt

You are an ATS (Applicant Tracking System) optimization expert. Analyze the following resume and job description and optimize the resume for ATS keyword matching without making it robotic or unreadable. Resume: [PASTE RESUME]. Job description: [PASTE JOB DESCRIPTION]. Step 1: Extract the 15 most important keywords and phrases from the JD. Step 2: Check which are present, partially present, or missing in the resume. Step 3: Suggest specific placements for missing keywords — in the skills section, bullet points, or summary — with a rewritten sentence for each suggestion. Step 4: Identify any overused filler phrases in the current resume ('responsible for,' 'helped with') and replace them with stronger ATS-friendly alternatives. Output: Keyword gap analysis table + revised sections with tracked changes clearly labeled.

Replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your details, then paste into ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini.

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