CV Resume PDF Parsing with Multimodal Vision AI

Try me out! This workflow converts a Candidate Resume PDF to an image which is then "read" by a Vision Language Model (VLM). The VLM assesses if the candidate's CV is a fit for the desired role. This approach can be employed to combat "hidden prompts" planted in resumes to bypass and/or manipulate automated ATS systems using AI. Need Help? Join the [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/XPKeKXeB7d) or ask in the [Forum](https://community.n8n.io/)!

Workflow Structure (8 nodes)
100%
Manual Trigger
When clicking ‘Test workflow’
Google Drive
Download Resume
Http Request
PDF-to-Image API
Edit Image
Resize Converted Image
Langchain.lm Chat Google Gemini
Google Gemini Chat Model
Langchain.chain Llm
Candidate Resume Analyser
Langchain.output Parser Structured
Structured Output Parser
If
Should Proceed To Stage 2?
Node Types:
trigger
default
logic
action
http
Requires credentials

Prerequisites

Required Credentials (2)

Google Drive

Used by: Download Resume

Docs

Google Palm

Used by: Google Gemini Chat Model

Docs

Complexity

Complex

Advanced features used. Requires n8n experience.

Setup time: ~35 min
Score: 43/100
Conditional Logic
4 Integrations

When to Use This Workflow

Real-time Response

React instantly when events happen - new orders, form submissions, or API calls.

Zero delay between trigger and action for time-sensitive workflows.

Time Savings

Replace repetitive manual tasks with reliable automation.

Reclaim hours every week for higher-value work.

Error Reduction

Eliminate human error from routine processes with consistent automation.

Improve accuracy and reliability across your workflows.

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Workflow Details

Nodes
13
Trigger
Manual
Source
awesome
Added
Dec 4, 2025

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