How to Make a One-Page Resume
Cut repetition and keep the evidence that matters instead of shrinking everything into tiny text.
3 min read · Updated July 30, 2026
Keep recent and relevant experience, shorten older roles, remove generic statements, and use concise bullets. Do not force one page if two pages are genuinely needed.
Cut content before font size
Remove repeated duties, old jobs that add little, “references available,” full street addresses, and skills unrelated to the role.
- Tailor to one target role.
- Keep the strongest three to five bullets per recent job.
- Combine similar points.
- Trim older experience.
- Use readable spacing and type.
Know when two pages are better
Experienced candidates may need a second page. A clean two-page resume is better than a crowded one-page document that hides the strongest work.
Common questions
Is a one-page resume required?
No. Career guidance commonly allows one or two pages depending on relevant experience.
What font size should I use?
Use a readable size and shorten content before making the type uncomfortably small.