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Graphic Designer Resume Keywords for ATS

Graphic design resumes match on craft keywords and the creative software stack. Include the tools you actually use.

Applicant tracking systems rank your resume by how closely it matches the job description. Below are the keywords ATS software and recruiters look for on a graphic designer resume. Use the ones that genuinely apply to you, woven naturally into your skills and experience sections — never stuffed.

Core skills

  • Graphic design
  • Visual design
  • Branding
  • Typography
  • Layout
  • Logo design
  • Print design
  • Color theory

Tools & technologies

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Figma
  • Canva

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How to use these keywords

  • Only include keywords that reflect real skills and experience — honesty beats keyword stuffing.
  • Mirror the exact wording of the job description when it matches your background.
  • Spell out acronyms at least once (e.g. "Search Engine Optimization (SEO)") so the ATS catches both forms.
  • Put your strongest keywords in your skills section and in your most recent role.