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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Director of Public Events

Oceanx · Singapore

Director of Public Events, OceanX Education 

OceanX Singapore 

OceanX Overview:  

OceanX is a nonprofit working to unlock the ocean’s sustainable potential. Through a dual focus on science and education, we’re building a new paradigm where humanity and the ocean mutually thrive. Our approach is fueled by exploration, leveraging advanced research, multimedia educational programs, cross-sector partnerships, and advanced technology to help transform how people understand and value the ocean. Our work strives to fortify biodiversity and increase the sustainable use of ocean resources to help ensure the ocean remains a foundation for human wellbeing and potential. OceanX is a nonprofit operating program of Dalio Philanthropies. 

For more information, visit www.oceanx.org and follow OceanX on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.   


Position Summary: 

OceanX Education is seeking a Director of Public Events to lead the strategy, design, and execution of OceanX Education’s public-facing programs in Singapore. This role will oversee a small team across Event Operations, Programming, and Audience Curation to ensure that events are impactful, inclusive, and operationally sound.

The ideal candidate will blend strategic vision with stakeholder fluency, delivering experiences that expand reach, deepen engagement, and advance OceanX Education’s mission.

OceanX Education pursues its mission through a consultative, founder-partnered approach, shaping programs that align with the founder’s vision while achieving strategic and meaningful outcomes.


Position Location: 

Singapore
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead a comprehensive strategy for public events that advance OceanX Education’s mission and strengthen brand visibility.
  • Manage and mentor a cross-functional team across operations, audience engagement, and content development
  • Design and implement scalable systems and processes for event planning, execution, evaluation, and reporting, leveraging digital tools to ensure efficiency and consistency
  • Integrate and optimize event management software (e.g., Cvent) to streamline registration, attendee engagement, and data collection.
  • Utilize data analytics and dashboards to track audience engagement, measure impact, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with institutions, venues, and technology providers to expand reach and impact.
  • Oversee event budgets, contracts, and resource allocation with a focus on financial stewardship and operational excellence.
  • Uphold high standards of quality, accessibility, inclusivity, and mission alignment across in-person, virtual, and hybrid events.
  • Direct technical infrastructure for events, including AV systems, live-streaming, and digital engagement platforms.
  • Serve as a senior spokesperson and ambassador for OceanX Education at public events.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular impact reporting to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Willingness for moderate travel, primarily within the region and to the vessel.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings or late evenings, to support cross-time zone collaboration.
  • Adaptable to varying workloads, balancing periods of focused execution with lighter operational phases.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:

  • Professional Experience:  
    • A Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
    • 15+ years of experience in public events, live programming, or experiential marketing, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
    • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and executing vision-aligned, audience-centered programming at scale
    • Strong analytical capabilities with experience developing performance dashboards and assessing ROI for large-scale events
    • Knowledge of AV production, hybrid event formats, and emerging event technology trends
    • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated success building and sustaining high-level institutional and corporate partnerships
    • Proficiency in emerging AI tools and the ability to apply new technologies to improve efficiency, problem-solving, and program delivery
    • Strong skills in presentation and analytical software, including PowerPoint and Excel 
  • Personal Attributes:  
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