ATS Resume for UX/UI Designers
UX resumes win in ATS when they include research/design system keywords and tools (Figma), keep the portfolio link easy to read, and show measurable outcomes (conversion, task success, adoption).
Role Keyword Bank
Research: user research, usability testing, interviews, surveys, synthesis
Design: wireframes, prototypes, interaction design, IA, visual design
Systems: design systems, components, accessibility (WCAG)
Tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, FigJam (as true)
Outcomes: task success, conversion lift, adoption, reduced dev time
ATS Formatting Tips
Put portfolio URL in plain text near contact info (not a graphic header).
Keep Skills grouped (Research / Design / Tools).
Avoid visual-heavy resumes that break parsing.
Bullet Examples
Improved task completion by X% via usability testing + redesign of [flow].
Built design system reducing build time by X% across X teams.
Increased conversion X% by improving [signup/checkout] experience.
Tailor In 5 Steps
Pull keywords for research vs UI vs systems based on the posting
Add tool names exactly (Figma, etc.)
Tie each top keyword to a measurable result in bullets
Ensure portfolio is visible + accessible
Run ATS check to confirm clean parsing
FAQ
Can I use a designed resume template for UX?
Where should I place my portfolio link?
How do I show impact if metrics aren’t available?
Should I include case study summaries?
PDF or DOCX?
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