AI Resume Checker vs Human Review — What Actually Matters
Balance ATS parsing with human credibility. Get an honest score, fix the right issues fast, and know when to add a coach.
Will your resume get past Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and in front of a real recruiter? WisGrowth gives you an honest, recruiter-grade ATS score with practical fixes. No inflation—if it’s 62%, you’ll see exactly why, and how to reach 70–80% quickly.
Two realities matter: first, your document must be cleanly parsed by ATS; second, it must persuade a human with impact and relevance. Our scan checks parsing quality, keyword match, section structure, readability, and formatting hazards like tables, columns, icons, and images that can break parsers.
How the WisGrowth ATS Score Works
- Parsing quality: Can the system extract name, email, phone, sections, and job titles without confusion?
- Keyword match: Paste a target job description; we highlight keyword gaps and skills density.
- Readability & clarity: We flag filler phrases, passive voice, and run-on bullets that hide impact.
- Format & structure: We catch tables/columns that make text invisible to parsers.
- Role alignment: We surface the top 3 roles you already fit—so you can apply with confidence.
Try It in 60 Seconds
- Open the WisGrowth Resume Scanner.
- Upload a PDF or DOCX (simple layouts parse best).
- (Optional) Paste the job description to personalize keyword checks.
- Review your exact ATS score and prioritized fixes.
- Re-scan after edits, aim for 70%+, and apply.
Top ATS Problems We Fix
- Missing keywords: Your resume says “owner” while the JD says “manager”. Our resume keyword scanner closes the gap.
- Hidden text: Tables, columns, or images make content unreadable for ATS.
- Vague bullets: Duties without outcomes. We suggest quantified, impact-first rewrites.
- Over-styling: Icons, graphics, and skill bars reduce parsability—and your score.
What Makes WisGrowth Different
Transparency. Many scanners exaggerate. We don’t. You’ll get a precise score, recruiter-grade checks, and guidance built for real hiring flows in technology, product, operations, marketing, and more. Candidates across the USA, UK, India, Canada, and Australia use our tools when they look for an ATS resume checker, ATS compatibility test, resume score calculator, and job description match.
Example Keywords & Bullets
Product Manager: roadmap, A/B testing, stakeholder management, user research, KPIs.
Software Engineer: Java, Python, React, microservices, CI/CD, cloud, performance optimization.
Our scanner flags keyword density—not to stuff terms, but to ensure your strongest skills appear naturally in impact-oriented bullets.
Human Review Still Matters
Once ATS ranks you near the top, a recruiter skim-reads for clarity, credibility, and outcomes. Replace fluffy bullets with measurable results (e.g., “Reduced cloud spend by 22% using rightsizing and auto-scaling” rather than “Worked on cost optimization”). Our deep analysis add-on provides examples tailored to your profile—and coaching is available if you want a rapid 15-minute feedback loop.
Next Steps
Start with a free scan, then tailor your resume for your market and role. If you’re mid-career and pivoting, try mid-career resume mistakes. New to the job market? Start with the fresher ATS resume checker.
Quick Checklist Before You Apply
- Headline aligned: “Senior Product Manager,” not “Product Ninja.”
- Keywords present: Core skills appear naturally in bullets and the skills section.
- Impact bullets: Use numbers (%, $, time saved) and outcomes (“reduced churn by 12%”).
- Simple formatting: Avoid tables/columns/icons that hide text from ATS.
- Readable layout: 10–12pt font, clear headings, adequate spacing.
Common Mistakes That Lower Your ATS Score
- Keyword stuffing: Repetition without context harms readability.
- Overly creative titles: “Growth Wizard” won’t match “Growth Marketing Manager.”
- Graphics-over-text: Skill bars and icons may hide content from parsers.
- PDF scans: Scanned images are unreadable—export a text-based PDF.
Suggested Structure
Use this sequence which consistently parses well: Header (name, email, phone, city/region, LinkedIn) → Professional Summary (2–3 lines, role-aligned keywords) → Skills (grouped, not a tag cloud) → Experience (impact bullets) → Education → Certifications or Projects.
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