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LinkedIn Headline Generator
Enter your role, skills and what you deliver to get several headline formats, each with a live character count against LinkedIn's 220-character limit.
Use the LinkedIn Headline Generator
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How to use the LinkedIn Headline Generator
- Enter your current role and industry.
- Add two or three core skills, and optionally who you help and what you deliver.
- Press Generate headlines.
- Copy your favourite and refine the wording.
About this tool
Your headline is one of the most visible parts of your profile and is used in search. The strongest headlines put the most searchable role and skill words first and state a concrete value. The options generated here use common proven formats; choose the one that best reflects you.
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Why your LinkedIn headline matters
Your headline appears next to your name almost everywhere on LinkedIn, including in search results, comments and connection requests. Recruiters search by job title and skills, so a clear headline with the right keywords helps you get found. LinkedIn allows up to 220 characters.
Headline formulas that work
| Formula | Example |
|---|---|
| Role | Industry | Skills | Sales Operations Manager | FMCG | Forecasting | KPI Reporting |
| Role + what you deliver | Project Manager | Delivering projects on time and on budget |
| Who you help | Helping sales leaders make faster decisions with accurate reporting |
| Skills first | Excel • Power BI • Data Analysis | Business Analyst |
| Open to work | Supply Chain Officer | Logistics | Open to new opportunities |
The generator creates up to nine options in these styles from your details, and shows the character count for each.
Tips for a stronger headline
- Lead with the title recruiters search for: use "Accountant" rather than a vague label like "Numbers Ninja".
- Add two or three real skills: pick ones that appear in the jobs you want.
- Keep the key words early: long headlines may be cut off in some places, so the first part matters most.
- Avoid unsupported claims: leave out "expert" or "guru" unless you can back them up.
- Update it when your goals change: if you're switching careers, describe the role you're moving towards and your relevant skills.
Headline ideas by situation
- Fresh graduates: "BBA Graduate | Marketing & Social Media | Seeking Entry-Level Roles"
- Freelancers: "Freelance Graphic Designer | Logos & Brand Identity | Available for Projects"
- Career changers: "Teacher Moving into Training & Development | Curriculum Design | Facilitation"
- Overseas jobs: "Civil Engineer | Infrastructure Projects | Open to Roles in the Gulf"
Change these to match your real experience.
Complete your profile
A good headline works best with a matching profile. Use the same keywords in your About section and recent roles, and keep your resume consistent with it. Build your resume with the Free Resume Builder, and check it against a job advert with the ATS Resume Checker.
Frequently asked questions
What is the LinkedIn headline limit?
220 characters. Only the first part is visible in some views, so lead with the most important words.
Should I include 'open to work'?
That is your choice. Many people use the Open to Work setting instead of putting it in the headline.
Can I just use my job title?
Yes, but adding skills and value usually makes you easier to find and understand.
How long can a LinkedIn headline be?
LinkedIn allows up to 220 characters. Put the most important keywords first, because the end of a long headline may be cut off in some places.
What should I write in my LinkedIn headline?
Start with your job title, then add your industry and two or three real skills. You can also mention who you help or that you're open to opportunities.
Is this LinkedIn headline generator free?
Yes. It's free with no sign-up, and nothing you type is uploaded.
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