Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Talent Agent

Dulcedo · Miami

We are Dulcedo
What sets Dulcedo apart is that, for us, this business is not a numbers game. We are a full-service talent management agency dedicated to building lasting brands around our creators. We promote process, structure, and sustainable growth, all within an extremely collaborative setup where everyone shares the same goal: delivering white-glove service to the talents we represent and the brands who want to partner with them. Our focus goes beyond short-term wins, it’s about fostering meaningful careers, elevating creative voices, and creating long-term value for both talents and partners alike.

As the largest multidisciplinary talent management group in Canada, and a leading force across North America, Dulcedo represents and manages the international careers of over 500 models, hundreds of Olympic and professional athletes, and top-tier digital influencers, content creators, and streamers. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, and a network that extends worldwide, we’ve grown from a high-profile modeling agency into a powerhouse that spans all spheres of entertainment.

At the core of Dulcedo’s values and recruitment process is a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our current workforce is a celebration of diverse ethnic backgrounds, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and lived experiences. Our continued mission is to recruit, support, and grow talent in a way that ensures equal opportunities for all applicants.

Dulcedo is, above all, a community of incredible individuals who ‘work hard but play harder.’ Our team is united, welcoming, and inclusive, with a company culture that remains a top priority for us. Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for two years in a row, our mission is to continue empowering our employees by providing an environment where work feels motivating, fun, and, most importantly, meaningful.


The Opportunity
At Dulcedo, being a Digital Talent Agent means being at the very forefront of our creators’ careers. Your mission? Build your own roster by connecting with the talents you truly want to work with, shaping their online journeys by building strong brands around them, and unlocking the best opportunities with the most exciting and inspiring brands they dream of collaborating with. And you will never feel like a one-person team: backed by a talented and collaborative team, you’ll always bring your A-game. That means guiding your roster closely, keeping a pulse on their growth, and constantly exploring new, creative ways to elevate their success.

Simply put, this role is all about blending talent management, negotiation skills, personal branding, and strategic vision to build meaningful careers with real impact. We’re looking for someone passionate, goal-driven, and results-oriented, a natural people-person with an authentic gift for negotiation. Ideally, you already have a strong network in the entertainment world and can effortlessly open doors, introducing top-tier talent to the incredible opportunities Dulcedo has to offer! 


As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to making sure everyone feels included, supported, and valued. Should you require any accommodations during the application process, please write to [email protected] and we will adjust the process to your needs.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and represents an immediate opportunity to join our team.
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