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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Revenue Enablement Manager

Freshworks · Denver, CO, us

We are looking for an energetic, creative, and highly organized professional to serve as our Manager - Enablement Delivery & Events. This role is dedicated to orchestrating high-impact internal events for the global GTM organization and delivering effective enablement programs that empower our Americas Field teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in sales enablement and delivery, with the ability to think strategically while executing the logistics of global GTM events. 

*Please note this role will require 25%-30% travel.*

GTM Events & Communications

  • Lead the strategic planning, content management, and onsite execution of annual GTM Kickoffs. Manage logistics, agendas, and speaker prep in partnership with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

  • Plan and execute immersive quarterly in-person training events for new hires.

  • Support stakeholders with planning and execution of mid-year and team events and training activities.

  • Draft and deliver regular communications including newsletters, announcements, leadership updates and team-wide briefings.

  • Monitor the effectiveness of communications and events using surveys, feedback, open rates and participation metrics.

Enablement Delivery & Training

  • Develop and deliver engaging and informative sales training programs, both in-person and virtually, that align with the overall sales strategy and goals.

  • Regularly communicate with the field to gather feedback, assess needs, and ensure the sales enablement program meets the evolving requirements of the sales team.

  • Collaborate with marketing, product, and enablement partner teams to create high-quality sales collateral, presentations, and playbooks that effectively communicate product value propositions and sales messaging.

  • Work closely with sales leadership to identify training needs and develop customized training plans for sales teams.

  • Provide ongoing support and resources to sales managers, ensuring they are equipped to reinforce best practices, drive team performance, and address individual development needs.

  • Assess the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations for improvement.

Organizations everywhere struggle under the crushing costs and complexities of “solutions” that promise to simplify their lives. To create a better experience for their customers and employees. To help them grow. Software is a choice that can make or break a business. Create better or worse experiences. Propel or throttle growth. Business software has become a blocker instead of ways to get work done.

There’s another option. Freshworks. With a fresh vision for how the world works.

Freshworks Inc. builds uncomplicated service software that delivers exceptional employee and customer experiences. Our people-first approach to AI eliminates friction, helping businesses reduce complexity, lower cost-to-serve, and deliver faster, more human support through enterprise-grade yet easy-to-use CX and IT solutions. Nearly 75,000 companies, including Bridgestone, New Balance, Nucor, S&P Global, and Sony Music, trust Freshworks to power their Employee Experience (EX) and Customer Experience (CX) operations.

Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field; additional certifications in training and development are a plus.
  • 7+ years of combined experience in enablement and sales, preferably in a technology company
  • Extremely strong delivery skills, both in-person and virtually
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive and adaptable mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for storytelling and tone
  • Proven ability to manage events across international, cross-functional teams
  • Highly organized, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Strong collaboration skills, with experience partnering with senior leaders
  • Familiar with tools such as Slack, Zoom, Google Workspace, and event planning platforms

The expected base salary range for this position is as shown below. The actual base pay is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, business needs and market demand. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for a target bonus.

Compensation Package

$134,000-$175,876 USD Base Salary + Bonus

Freshworks offers multiple options for dental, medical, vision, disability and life insurances. Equity + ESPP, flexible PTO, flexible spending, commuter benefits and wellness benefits are also offered. Freshworks also offers adoption and parental leave benefits.

At Freshworks, we have fostered an environment that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion, welcoming colleagues of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and ethnicities. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer environment that boosts the goals of our employees, communities, and business. Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.