While Microsoft Word has tons of templates dedicated for writing resumes and cover letters, you might want to consider a software called CVitae instead. A specialized word processor, it’s tailor-made for putting together the documents you’ll need for your job applications.
Designed for streamlining the creation process for CVs and resumes, the software comes with multiple models for both. Choose one and it presents a form that you can fill up with your information. Once your details are entered, it’s automatically formatted depending on the model you chose.
If you want to use a different layout, simply switch to another model and the document will be automatically rearranged. You can edit the text any time you want, with all changes reflected every time you adjust the format.
Aside from document creation, CVitae also integrates features that let you send it out directly to apply for job positions, automatically personalizing details in the document, such as the name of the contact, the job title and the company name. Just copy and paste the job ad from any website into a form on the program — the software will take care of recognizing the various elements and update them accordingly.
The best part? CVitae is free. While it’s not open source and Semantis Software reserves all rights to it, you can download and use it without cost.