Do I need to sign up to use it?

No. You can open the builder and export a PDF without creating an account. Sign-in is only needed for optional Google Drive sync.

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Sidebar Resume Template

Q: Is the Split Sideband template free?

Yes. Every NoCapCV template, including Split Sideband, is free to edit and export. There is no watermark, no trial and no paywalled download.

Q: Is Split Sideband ATS-friendly?

It is designed to stay readable for applicant tracking systems: standard headings and a clean reading order. For the safest result, keep descriptions in a single column.

A full-height coloured sidebar holds your photo, contact details and skills beside a spacious main column.

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Split Sideband gives a third of the page to a coloured sidebar for your photo, contact details, skills and languages, leaving a wide, calm main column for experience.

It is a popular modern layout because it keeps contact and skills visible on every screen while giving the experience section room to breathe.

What you get with Split Sideband

Editable in the browser — change the accent colour, font, size, spacing and section order.
ATS-friendly structure with standard section headings and selectable PDF text.
Unlimited free PDF exports with no watermark and no sign-up.
Optional Google Drive sync so you can finish on another device.

Template details

Layout: Two column
Type: Sans
Density: Balanced
Photo: Optional
ATS: Good

Best for

Modern professional roles
Resumes with a photo
Candidates who want a strong sidebar

Frequently asked questions

Is the Split Sideband template free?

Yes. Every NoCapCV template is free to edit and export — no watermark, no trial, and no paywalled download button at the end.

Is Split Sideband ATS-friendly?

It is built to stay readable for applicant tracking systems — standard headings and a clean reading order. Keep descriptions in a single column for the safest result.

Do I need to sign up?

No. You can build and export a resume without an account. Sign-in is only needed for optional Google Drive sync.

Can I change the colours and fonts?

Yes. The accent colour, font family, base size, line spacing, page margins and section order are all editable before you export.