Resume Checker for Content Writers & Copywriters
Content roles are flooded with applicants. Our AI checks that your resume proves your ability with the right SEO, CMS, and performance metrics — not just "excellent communication skills.
ATS Keywords for Content Writer Resumes
Content writing job descriptions are packed with specific terms. Matching them exactly is essential:
SEO & Performance:
• SEO, SEM, keyword research, on-page optimization, SERP, organic traffic, DA/PA
• Google Analytics (GA4), Google Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Moz, Surfer SEO
Content Management:
• WordPress, Contentful, Webflow, HubSpot CMS, Drupal, Ghost, Sanity
Content Types:
• Long-form content, blog posts, whitepapers, case studies, email newsletters, social copy, ad copy, landing pages, product descriptions, technical documentation
Marketing Platforms:
• HubSpot, Mailchimp, Klaviyo, Marketo, Salesforce Marketing Cloud
How to Quantify Your Content Writing Work
Great writers still need to speak numbers to get past ATS and impress hiring managers:
Weak: "Wrote SEO blog posts that ranked well"
Strong: "Wrote 15 SEO-optimized articles per month that drove 40K monthly organic visits, contributing to a 35% growth in inbound leads within 6 months"
Metrics to include:
• Monthly word count / content volume
• Organic traffic generated or growth %
• Keyword rankings achieved (e.g., "ranked #1 for 8 target keywords")
• Email open/click rates for newsletters
• Conversion rate of landing pages
• Social engagement (shares, comments, backlinks earned)
Content Writer Resume Structure
1. Headline/Summary — "SEO Content Strategist | 5yr | SaaS & B2B | 500K+ monthly readers built"
2. Core Skills — SEO tools, CMS platforms, content types you specialize in
3. Work Experience — results-focused bullets with traffic and engagement data
4. Portfolio / Selected Work — link to Contently, personal site, or top 2-3 published pieces
5. Education — degree + any digital marketing, journalism, or communications coursework
Pro tip: If you have a portfolio URL, include it in your header near your name — ATS ignores it but recruiters will click it.
Specialization Tips
Technical Writer: Add DITA, MadCap Flare, Confluence, API documentation, Swagger/OpenAPI, developer docs experience
UX Writer: Emphasize user research, A/B testing copy, microcopy, Figma collaboration, voice & tone guidelines
Social Media & Brand Writer: Platform-specific experience (LinkedIn, Instagram, X/Twitter), content calendars, brand voice development, community growth
Email Copywriter: A/B subject line testing, segmentation, list growth, revenue attribution, Klaviyo/Mailchimp expertise
Related Topics
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