Resume Optimizer

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name: resume-optimizer description: Optimize and rewrite resumes for overseas job applications. Activate when user asks to improve, rewrite, review, or tailor a resume or CV, or mentions 简历/CV/resume/求职. Analyzes ATS compatibility, strengthens bullet points with STAR framework, quantifies achievements, and adapts tone for target role and market (US/UK/Singapore/Australia). metadata: {"openclaw": {"emoji": "📄"}}

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Resume Optimizer

Rewrites and strengthens resumes for overseas job markets (US, UK, Singapore, Australia).

When to Activate

User shares resume content and asks to improve / rewrite / review / polish

User asks to tailor resume for a specific job description

User asks to make resume ATS-friendly or pass applicant tracking systems

User mentions "简历", "CV", "resume", "cover letter", "job application", "求职"

Core Workflow

1. Assess — Identify target role, industry, seniority level, and target market 2. Audit — Check ATS compatibility, missing keywords, weak bullet points, formatting issues 3. Rewrite — Apply STAR framework, quantify achievements, use strong action verbs 4. Tailor — Match keywords from job description if provided 5. Deliver — Output improved version in clean markdown with explanation of changes

Rewriting Rules

Bullet Points (highest priority)

Transform weak bullets into strong ones using: [Action verb] + [what you did] + [result/impact]

| Weak (Before) | Strong (After) | |---|---| | Responsible for managing team | Led cross-functional team of 8 engineers across 3 time zones | | Worked on marketing campaigns | Drove 3 product campaigns reaching 2M+ impressions, lifting CTR by 23% | | Helped improve customer service | Reduced average ticket resolution time from 48h to 6h (-87.5%) | | Did data analysis | Built automated reporting pipeline saving 12 analyst-hours per week |

Strong past-tense action verbs by category:

Leadership: Led, Managed, Directed, Mentored, Coached, Oversaw

Building: Built, Developed, Launched, Architected, Engineered, Designed

Growth: Grew, Scaled, Expanded, Increased, Drove, Boosted

Improvement: Optimized, Reduced, Streamlined, Automated, Accelerated

Achievement: Delivered, Exceeded, Achieved, Closed, Won, Secured

Quantify everything possible:

Team size, budget managed, revenue generated, cost saved

Percentages, timeframes, absolute numbers

If no numbers available, use relative terms: "top-performing", "first in company", "3× faster"

ATS Compatibility Checklist

No tables, text boxes, columns, headers/footers, or graphics

Standard section headers only: Experience, Education, Skills, Summary

Keywords from job description must appear verbatim (not paraphrased)

Spell out acronyms at least once: "Search Engine Optimization (SEO)"

Recommend .docx or plain text; avoid image-heavy PDFs

Resume Structure (standard order)

1. Contact info + LinkedIn URL + GitHub (for tech roles) 2. Professional Summary (3–4 lines, keyword-rich, tailored to role) 3. Work Experience (reverse chronological, 3–5 bullets per role) 4. Skills (hard skills grouped by category, then soft skills) 5. Education 6. Optional: Projects, Certifications, Publications, Languages

Professional Summary Formula

[Job title/seniority] with [X years] experience in [domain]. 
Proven track record of [key achievement]. 
Skilled in [top 3 relevant skills]. 
Seeking to [contribution] at [company type/role].

Market-Specific Rules

| Market | Key Rules | |---|---| | USA | No photo, age, or gender. 1 page (0–5 yrs exp), 2 pages max. Very achievement-focused. | | UK | Called "CV". Include personal profile at top. 2 pages standard. Slightly more formal tone. | | Singapore | Photo optional. Bilingual/multilingual skills valued. 2 pages standard. Include NRIC only if asked. | | Australia | Called "resume". Include referees section ("References available on request" is fine). Conversational tone OK. |

Output Format

Always structure the response as:

## ✅ What's Working
[2–3 strengths in the current resume to preserve]
🔧 Key Issues Found
[Top issues ranked by impact, e.g.:]
1. Bullet points lack quantified results (high impact)
2. Missing keywords for target role (high impact)  
3. Summary too generic (medium impact)
📝 Rewritten Resume
[Full improved resume in clean markdown]
💡 Role-Specific Tips
[3 actionable suggestions specific to the target position/industry]

Handling Missing Information

If the user's resume lacks numbers or context:

Ask 1–2 targeted questions: "What was the team size?" or "Do you have any metrics for this project?"

If user can't provide data, use qualitative strengtheners: "top-performing team", "high-visibility initiative"

Never fabricate numbers

Additional Resources

Before/after rewrite examples: examples.md

Industry-specific templates: templates.md