There are several reasons to avoid using graphics and fancy fonts on your resume, including: Applicant tracking systems (ATS) can’t scan resumes filled with graphics and inappropriate fonts, so it’s likely your resume won’t make it to a hiring manager, and all your effort will be wasted. It will look like you are trying too hard, making hiring managers view you as desperate. Hiring managers don’t want desperate candidates. Some hiring managers view fancy resumes as showy and narcissistic — traits that are often frowned upon. They detract from your qualifications. Hiring managers are busy, so they need to be able to read through your resume quickly. Don’t make them look for your relevant information, or they may just move on to the next candidate. Some hiring managers see graphical resumes as unprofessional. Sure, a highly stylized resume might get you noticed, but not in a positive way.