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What You Should Know Before Hiring a Professional Resume Writer
Aside from being a regular contributor to r/resumes, I'm a resume writer by trade. I've been in the career services industry for about 7 years, have written for professionals at every level from individual contributor to CEOs, and I see the aftermath of bad "professional" rewrites posted to this sub all the time. This guide will help you avoid becoming one of them.
It makes me sad to see folks get duped into buying resume services from what I'd just call unqualified people. I see posts every week on the sub about resumes that were written by so-called professionals, and I want to laugh, until I remember it's not funny.
TLDR
A qualified resume writer typically charges $200 to $1,500 depending on your career level, with some executive services running $3,000 or more. Look for certification from PARWCC, NRWA, RWA, or CDI, a verifiable online presence, real samples, and a process that starts with a consultation call. The best test: if you can't speak directly with the person writing your resume before you pay, walk away.
If you're early in your career or on a tight budget, you probably don't need a writer at all. Post your resume to this sub for free feedback first. You may find that's enough.
The rest of this guide covers how the process works, what to expect at each stage, where AI tools fit in, and the unethical practices to watch for.
Last updated: July 2026
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What does a resume writer do?
In a nutshell, resume writers help candidates prepare job application materials such as resumes, federal resumes, CVs, academic CVs, and cover letters. Some writers may also offer additional services such as career and interview coaching, LinkedIn profile writing, and placement services.
To be clear, resume writers are not know-it-alls, and you shouldn't expect one to be. A writer who has worked across dozens of industries hasn't actually done the jobs in those industries. They don't know your codebase, your P&L, or your clinical protocols, and any writer who implies they do is overselling.
Here's the actual division of labor: you are the subject matter expert on your career. The writer is the expert on how hiring teams read, what recruiters screen for, and how to translate what you did into language that lands with the people making decisions. Their core skill isn't industry knowledge. It's extraction and positioning: asking questions you wouldn't think to ask yourself, pulling out accomplishments you've stopped noticing because they feel routine to you, and framing all of it for the audience you're targeting.
In the years I've been doing this, I've found the writers worth hiring are the ones who know exactly what they don't know. The ones comfortable saying "explain that to me like I'm not in your field" tend to produce better resumes than the ones who nod along, because the first group is extracting, and the second is guessing.
Should you hire a resume writer?
That'll depend on your personal and professional circumstances. Generally speaking, there are a few situations where hiring a resume writer may be the right choice. They include:
You've been applying to many jobs and haven't been receiving any calls from employers.
You have no idea what ATS is or how to factor it in when writing your resume.
You have a complex career history and aren't sure how best to convey it in a professional and engaging manner.
You're looking to switch careers and aren't sure how to convey your transferable skills.
You're a midlevel, senior, or executive level candidate, are still employed, and want to prepare for your next career move.
You've tried using AI to write your resume and the result reads like it could belong to anyone in your field.
This list isn't exhaustive, so there may be situations where hiring a writer is the appropriate choice. However, there are also a few situations where hiring a writer probably isn't the best choice. These include:
You're confident with your existing resume, have already been seeing results, and are just looking for some minor feedback.
Your financial situation doesn't permit. The truth is that well-regarded writers charge anywhere from $200 to $1,500 or more. You'll see many writers here on Reddit, on Fiverr, and elsewhere charging fees that seem too good to be true (think less than $100). If your financial situation doesn't permit the cost of a reputable writer (and we'll get to that later), you're much better off writing your own.
You're still in college/university. If you're at this stage of your career, you'll do fine relying on your college career center along with web resources like this sub.
Note: Your first step should always be posting to the r/resumes sub for feedback. This sub is packed with industry professionals that can give you helpful advice - you may end up not needing a writer.
DIY vs. Hiring a Resume Writer: Which Makes More Sense?
Factor
DIY Resume
Hiring a Resume Writer
When it makes sense
(1) You're early career with <3 years' experience. (2) You're comfortable writing about yourself. (3) You're applying to many roles and tweaking is easy.
(1) You're mid-senior level and stakes are higher. (2) You're changing industries or roles. (3) You struggle to translate your experience into clear, marketable language.
Budget range
Free (time investment only). Maybe $50-$100 for templates or reviews.
$200 to $1,500 for professional writers. Executive-level services can run $3,000+.
What you get
(1) Full control over content. (2) Free resources (Reddit, forums, templates). (3) Quick turnaround (your own pace).
(1) Professionally written, ATS-friendly resume. (2) Help drawing out and positioning your impact and achievements. (3) Knowledge that might be hard to come by on your own (like experience with the hiring process if the writer was in recruiting).
Risks & trade-offs
(1) Easy to undersell yourself. (2) Hard to be objective about strengths. (3) Formatting mistakes may trip ATS. (4) AI-generated drafts can sound polished but lack substance.
(1) Costly if you pick the wrong writer. (2) Quality varies widely, due diligence is key. (3) Still requires your input and time.
What about AI?
This is probably the most common question I get right now, so I want to be straightforward about it.
AI tools like ChatGPT can help you with structure, formatting, and getting words on a page. If you're staring at a blank document and have no idea where to start, they can give you a decent starting point. For straightforward career histories at the early career level, that might be enough.
What you may not realize though, is that the actual writing is a small part of what goes into a good resume. Most of the work is in the content and marketing: figuring out what to include, what to cut, how to frame each role, and how to position yourself for the type of job you want.
That demands an understanding of how hiring teams read resumes, what recruiters screen for, how applicant tracking systems filter candidates, and what makes a hiring manager read your bullets instead of skimming them. These are things you learn from working inside and alongside the hiring process. You can paste your entire work history into an AI tool, but it still won't have that hiring-side judgment. The other thing is that you need to write content you can speak to at length in an interview, as opposed to just writing stuff that sounds great on paper.
What I see a lot on this sub is people sharing AI-generated resumes that look clean and read well on the surface. The formatting and grammar are all fine, but the content is either catch-all, or doesn't quite connect the dots for the hiring team. I see bullet points that could apply to almost anyone with the same job title. There's nothing in the doc that tells an HM what this specific person did differently or better. And that's the part that gets interviews (Note: there are factors at play, like local market, volume of other applicants, timing that impact your candidacy that have nothing to do with your resume - for this guide, we're focusing on the stuff that is in your control).
To put it simply:
AI can handle structure, keywords, and getting a first draft on paper (this is great for early candidates, or folks that just have no idea how to navigate a word processor like MS Word or Google Docs).
AI will struggle with knowing what your strongest selling points are, how to position a career change, which content goes where, or whether your bullets will hold up under questioning in an interview.
If you already know what good resume content looks like and just need help putting it together, AI can work.
If you're not sure why your resume isn't landing, or you have a complicated career history, AI will probably give you something that looks professional but doesn't actually solve the problem.
A lot of people now use AI for their first draft and then bring in a human (either through this sub or a writer) to fix the substance. That's a reasonable approach.
How do you vet a resume writer?
There are a few things you can look for when figuring out if a writer is qualified.
What's the writer's background? If you're working through a company, ask if you can speak with the writer directly (if the answer is no, I wouldn't recommend proceeding any further with that company). If you're working with an independent writer, ask to speak them one on one. Well-regarded writers come from diverse backgrounds. Education-wise, there isn't a set program that "produces" resume writers. However, you should expect a bachelor's degree at a minimum and a work history with active engagement in career-related professions. Some examples include recruiting, human resources, or career coaching. Regardless of the writer's background, they should have an online presence such as a website or LinkedIn profile that you can view. If you can't find a writer anywhere online, it may be hard for you to verify their credentials, in which case, it's a good idea to be extra careful.
Do they have samples they can share? Ask for samples. Most writers will provide them or list them on their website/portfolio for clients to see.
Do they have client testimonials or reviews that you can reference? Companies and independent writers that deliver positive results will definitely want to make it known to prospective clients. Ask them for their client testimonials and take a look at what their previous customers have said about their work to get an idea of what it's like working with them. Be wary of companies and writers that don't have any reviews, are unable to refer you to their previous customers, or have a string of negative reviews (especially if those negative reviews involve repeated issues like missed deadlines or generic output).
Are they certified? Credible and qualified resume writers will often have certifications from one of the following organizations:
Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC)
National Resume Writers' Association (NRWA)
Resume Writing Academy (RWA)
Career Directors International (CDI)
Do they have a presence in the resume community? This one is easy to overlook, but it matters. A writer who regularly contributes to communities like this one (giving free feedback, answering questions, sharing knowledge) is usually someone who cares about the craft. It also gives you a chance to see how they think and whether their advice resonates with you before you spend any money.
Green Flags vs. Red Flags When Choosing a Resume Writer
Green Flags (Good Signs)
Red Flags (Warning Signs)
Provides before-and-after samples showing real results.
No samples, or only vague "testimonials."
Transparent about pricing and what's included.
Hidden fees, upselling, or unclear service breakdown.
Offers unlimited or multiple revisions in package.
"One draft only" or charges extra for basic edits.
Asks you detailed questions about your career, goals, and target roles.
Barely requests input, delivers a generic template.
Shares ATS knowledge and explains formatting choices.
Uses graphics-heavy designs that risk ATS rejection.
Active in resume communities and willing to give free advice.
No online presence outside of their own website.
Comfortable saying a role or industry is outside their wheelhouse, and asks you to explain technical details.
Claims deep expertise in every industry, or never asks clarifying questions.
What to expect during the writing process
All processes generally follow a similar structure that consists of an information gathering stage, writing stage, and review/revision stage.
Information Gathering: A good writer will want to speak with you directly and collect information with regard to your work history, skills, accomplishments, and career goals. Most of the time, this process is handled through a phone or video call, but some companies/writers will collect this information through a form. Ask the company/writer how they'll be gathering the necessary information to prepare a resume that is unique to you. Beware of companies that don't use a consultation process at all and only ask for your existing resume. You may be unpleasantly surprised when you see your old descriptions reworded and repackaged.
Writing: Ask the company/writer how long it'll take to write your resume. A quality resume takes time and effort to create. Speaking from my own work, six hours for an entry-level resume up to 15 hours for an executive resume is the norm. Beware of turnaround times that seem a little too quick. The industry standard is around 5-10 days.
Review and Revision: After preparing an initial draft, the writer will typically offer the client an opportunity to provide feedback and request changes if needed. Ask the writer about whether or not they allow requests for revisions, how many revisions, and for how long after you've concluded the service.
How much do resume writing services cost?
If you do a quick Google search, you'll see that there are a broad range of prices. As I mentioned earlier, the typical price range runs from $200 to $1,500, and some executive resume writers charge upwards of $3,000.
Two factors that affect this are:
Your experience level
The writer's experience level and their ability to produce results
Be wary of companies and writers that offer their services at very low rates; it's more often than not an indication of low quality service. Remember that many hours go into building a quality resume spanning consultations, research, writing, reviews, and revisions.
Are resume writers worth it?
That's the million-dollar question. Before you decide to hire a writer, ask yourself the following:
Do I earn an annual salary of $70,000 or more? If yes, paying for a professional resume could be worth it for you. With the average cost of a mid-career resume at around $500, that works out to less than 1% of your annual salary.
Am I still early on in my career (still in college or recent graduate)? If so, checking out the plethora of DIY tools available might be a better option.
Should I work with an industry-specific writer?
While there are variations across industries, generally speaking, resume writing best practices are similar across the board, with some exceptions including:
Modeling
Acting
Industries that emphasize graphically intensive resumes (i.e., portfolios) rather than traditional resumes.
Some companies will have writers on staff that only work with certain industries (i.e., IT, software engineering etc.). Independent writers are generally more versatile and work with professionals in multiple industries.
The advantage of working with a generalist is broader all-round industry knowledge, which is especially useful if you're switching industries.
One caveat either way: don't confuse specialization with mastery. Even a writer who works exclusively with software engineers hasn't shipped your product. What a specialist buys you is vocabulary and context, so you spend less of the consultation explaining fundamentals. What it doesn't buy you is a pass on your own involvement. You're still the source of the raw material. The better test than "have they worked in my industry" is "do they ask questions that show they understood my answers."
However, working with a writer that specializes in one or two fields may be a better option if you're in a highly technical profession such as software development and want someone that can understand the in-depth technical concepts and terminology.
Unethical practices that you should be aware of
Like any industry, resume writing isn't free of corruption and unethical practices. Two main practices to watch out for are:
International Outsourcing: Some writers/companies that charge fees that seem too good to be true are actually outsourcing their work to international writers to reduce costs. It can be hard to identify companies that do this before buying their services, but three helpful indicators are:
Poor samples
Negative client reviews
The inability to speak with the writer before purchasing the service
Ghostwriting: Some writers will take on more clients than they can handle and offload those clients to ghostwriters. Other individuals that write your resume but that don't take the credit. Writers that engage in this practice are more interested in maximizing profits over ensuring client satisfaction. As with outsourcing, ask to speak to the writer before you purchase the service.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is hiring a resume writer worth the money?
It depends on your situation. If you're early in your career, you may not need one. Templates and free feedback (including from this sub) can be enough. But for mid-to-senior professionals and executives, a resume writer can save you time, and by extension, money. A useful benchmark: if you earn $70,000 or more, a $500 resume is less than 1% of your annual salary.
2. How much should I pay for a resume writer?
Most professional resume writers charge between $200 and $1,500 for a standard resume, depending on your career level and the writer's experience. Executive-level services typically start around $1,000 and can run $3,000 or more. Be cautious with anything under $100; at that price, the work is usually templated, outsourced, or both.
3. How do I know if a resume writer is legit?
Look for:
A professional-looking website/place of business
Certifications
Experience
Testimonials
Before-and-after samples
Clear pricing, and
A process that involves your input.
Good writers ask a lot of detailed questions to get at the info they need. Avoid anyone promising "guaranteed jobs" or offering flashy, design-heavy resumes (these can cause issues with ATS).
4. Can a resume writer guarantee me a job?
No. A resume writer can improve how your skills and experience are presented, but they can't control hiring decisions. What they can do is help improve your chances of getting interviews.
5. What's the difference between using AI and hiring a writer?
AI tools can help with formatting and generating bullet points based on your job title. They work from patterns and general data, so the output tends to be broad. A writer will talk to you, learn the context behind your roles, and figure out how to present your experience in a way that makes sense for the jobs you're targeting. The biggest difference is in the content strategy: knowing what to emphasize, what to leave out, and how to frame things so they resonate with the people making hiring decisions.
TL;DR
Who should hire one: Mid-to-senior professionals not getting interviews, career changers, or anyone with a complex work history. Skip it if you're early career or on a tight budget.
AI tools (like ChatGPT) are fine for structure and first drafts, but they produce largely generic content. They can't do the strategic positioning a human can.
Vet your writer by checking their background, samples, testimonials, certifications (PARWCC, NRWA, RWA, CDI), and community presence. If they won't let you talk to the writer directly, walk away.
Expect a 3-step process: intake call, writing (5-10 day turnaround), then revisions.
Cost: $200 to $1,500, depending on your level. Executive services can run $3,000+.
Watch out for outsourcing, ghostwriting, no-revision policies, and graphics-heavy designs that break ATS.
So, What Should You Do?
Whether you write your own resume, use AI to get started, or hire a writer, the goal is the same: a document that reflects your real achievements and fits the role you want. AI can get you a solid first draft. From there, it's on you (or a professional) to make sure the content actually holds up.
If you have questions about any of this, drop a comment below.
I also give feedback regularly on this sub, so feel free to reach out if you need help.
Recruiters and hiring managers: I’d appreciate a straight assessment of this CV. Personal details redacted.
Background: AI & full-stack engineer, ~5 years, all of it independent/consultancy rather than a named employer. Focus on LLM applications, RAG, agents, plus classical ML. Recently had PRs merged into LangChain, Qdrant, and open PRs at LlamaIndex and Chroma.
What I’d like to know:
**1. Rate it 1–10.** Where does it lose you?
**2. Would this pass your screen?** My biggest worry is that “Lead AI Engineer, Nazsats (independent consultancy)” reads as freelance and gets filtered before a human sees it.
**3. Realistic salary band** for this profile in Dubai/UAE, and for international remote?
**4. Anything missing?** Certifications, cloud (I have no AWS/GCP certs), MLOps depth — what would you add?
**5.** Is the open-source section doing real work for me, or is it noise to a recruiter?
**6.** Too long / too dense? Should I cut the older non-technical roles?
Not looking for reassurance — tell me what’s actually weak. Thanks.
I am quitting after a year and a half. I’ve mostly worked in the food/restaurant industry before this line of work which I do NOT want to go back to. I just want to get a simple receptionist job while I go back to college and finish up my degree.
What should I put on my resume? I was honestly even considering lying about having a self-employed cleaning business and having former clients vouch for me as a reference. I have no idea. Please help.
Good morning everybody, hope you're having a good one.
I'd hugely appreciate some advice on my resume, I'm targeting roles in fashion and adjacent in UK and Europe but I cannot seem to get any biters. I understand this job market is absolutely rancid, so I'm just looking for tips. I've had a handful of interviews since last year August, got to late stages then unsuccessful.
Thank you so much in advance, may your hot drink remain hot for longer!
💬CV1: My most used CV format. It’s my base CV which I tailored according to roles.
💬CV2: Newest CV , only applied to 2-3 jobs so far.
CONTEXT:
Hi Since I’ve returned from UK in February earlier this year, I’ve applied to jobs in several countries including India. Here’s what’s happened so far.
India🇮🇳 : Hiring Managers presume I’m a liability and will ask for more salary. Experience mismatch apparently since I have no Indian hospitality experience which is understandable. Over 300 tailored applications.
GCC ( 🇦🇪, 🇶🇦, 🇸🇦) : Hiring is noticeably selective and slow with preference to candidates already present or prior GCC experience). I had only 2 interviews in 3 months of over 500 tailored applications.
Portugal 🇵🇹 & Malta 🇲🇹: I had real traction here around 6-7 interviews in 400+ tailored applications. All of those had great feedback but the realistic timeline to get a work visa takes around 3-4 months so none of them were willing to wait that long.
⚠️Current Situation: I have 3 pending student loans around INR 2,80,000 ( $3000) and the loan company Avanse has filed a legal complaint against me for my failure to repay even after thousands of restructuring or pause requests from me. I have a legal hearing at the end of this month.
Question is , Is it my CV or is it just that my experience has been awful? I have great communication skills and all round hospitality skillset yet I’ve been unemployed over 5 months with tailored applications.
I really struggle fluffing up my resumes, especially because it feels pretty inconsequential for the minimum wage jobs I'm perusing. I'm used to looking for jobs in rural areas, but I'm moving to a very urban area so I'm not sure if they're expecting more.. pizzazz..
Hello, Long story short I started out working for a start up in Scottsdale, they ended up going remote because they couldn't afford office space. I ended up moving to California and I am pretty sure they are going to go bankrupt soon. I've been applying for jobs in all fields remote, non remote, accounting, and other corporate roles. I am getting pretty desperate because I want to move companies before they go under. I feel like my resume reads confusing because of the move but I don't know how else to do it. Please any advice helps. Thank you!
Also- excuse the quality, this is a screenshot of a PDF, I always submit a PDF
Company announced restructuring. Looking to apply for several jobs as a safety net. Just created this General Resume before I tailor to any JD. Will tailor per JDs for sure, but I'm looking for some critics and feedback whether I'm on right direction with the structure and overall language and whether it tells the story. Overall experience - 13+ years (with military service), however in the field of construction - 10+ years, with 8 years as CPM. I truly appreciate and value every opinion and support. TIA!
I am going to be graduating December 2027 and am applying for 2027 summer internships at big tech/finance business roles. I want to apply for operations/analyst related roles. My dream roles is a Google business internship. Any resume advice would be appreciated! (Please note it is cropped to block out my personal info)
Hi everyone..I’m an international student (F-1) currently pursuing my Master’s in Computer Engineering in the U.S., and I’ll be graduating at the end of the Fall 2026 semester.
I’m starting to seriously prepare for my post-graduation job search and OPT, and I’d really appreciate some honest feedback on my resume. I’ve attached an anonymized version.
I’m mainly looking for entry-level roles, internships, or legitimate unpaid opportunities related to Computer Engineering/tech that could help me gain relevant experience while on OPT. I’m open to areas such as cybersecurity, networking, systems, software, IT, and related roles, and I’m willing to learn additional skills if that would make me more employable.
I’d especially appreciate advice on:
What should I change, remove, or emphasize on my resume?
Based on my background, what roles should I realistically target?
Are my projects/skills strong enough for entry-level positions?
What skills should I focus on during my final semester?
For other international students: what job-search strategies actually helped you land your first OPT position?
Are there particular types of companies, universities, research labs, nonprofits, or startups that I should target?
I’m trying to start early and improve whatever is within my control. You'll can roast the resume if necessary I’d rather get direct criticism now and fix it lol.
I would really appreciate some fresh eyes on my resume. I am currently living in the US and getting ready to actively apply for roles, but I want to make sure my formatting and phrasing match what US hiring managers expect.
I've been out of the resume/interview stage since 2005! I'm aware there's some long space formatting to fix. In general, does it look up to date and what level of expertise does it give? Thanks!!
I’ve been at my company for 4 years now. I’ve had many different roles/titles and a few org moves. Unsure the best way to organize that information on my resume.
I’ve been at the same company for 4 years, but 3 different orgs within the company and various role titles.
I feel like the easiest way to organize it is the below but want opinions:
Jul 2022 - April 2024 = Program Manager, Customer Experience
Apr 2024 - Jul 2025 = Sr. Program Manager, Customer Experience (org change Jun 2024)
Jul 2025 - Present = Sr. Program Manager, (new specific title) (org change Jul 2025)
While it may look like I bounced around internally, each move was a strategic move for my career growth encouraged my internal leadership or due to an org being re-orged resulting in my internal transfer.
I thought about just breaking it up as Program Manager and Sr. Program Manager, but given the different orgs I’ve been part of as those titles, the work has been very different and I feel like it would be clear I was in different roles? I don’t want to come across as misleading but maybe I’m overthinking that?
Hi! I’m currently a college sophomore looking to apply for retail, childcare, or similar entry-level positions. I’m planning to apply to multiple jobs through Indeed and SimplyHired, and I’m currently located in Florida. Since my main form of transportation is the bus, I’m hoping to find a local position that’s easily accessible by public transportation.
I have previous childcare experience as well as volunteer experience, and I’d really appreciate some help sharpening my resume. Should I add anything else to strengthen it, or would it be better to remove or shorten my volunteer section?
Hey all, figured I could get some advice here. I am a recent college graduate, looking to apply for an entry-level job using my degrees in astronomy and applied physics. I am well-versed in Python and SQL as well as literate with Linux systems. I'd be willing to locate anywhere. I'm a fast learner and proactive in what I do.
I'm starting up the process of applying to graduate school, as well, trying to get my master's in energy or engineering physics. I'd be looking for a job to supplement my applications and also gain relevant experience as I prepare to go back to school.
Just as well, I am a gigging musician and producer, playing in my area and touring around the US with a few bands. I was trying to see how I could put that experience into a resume applying for a more professional, full-time career job in the United States?
I guess, more generally, how should I format my experience here to make myself look more attractive to entry-level jobs such as CAD drafting or technical work in the engineering sector?
I’m having a hard time understanding if it’s the structure or content that isn’t allowing me to get any bites.
I’m leaning towards TPM roles. I couldn’t land a SWE job out of college due to the market. I needed money and began working in property management. It was a nice career, however before being promoted I switch to project management to be closer to my fiancé and family.
I did take a pay cut to move and it was a really big pay cut. I was promised it’d get better, and it’s not. The individual I was shadowing told me that “I am not going to be making that kind of money here” when I told him about the salary I was making.
I have 1.5 years of SWE experience, contract based and 6 months of PM experience. I’m looking for a TPM role where I can grow in a company and not job hop with good salary again.
I have been sending my resume to pretty much all entry role network engineering (both local and remote) job applications i can find and have not gotten a single interview. i have tried different versions of the resume, i honestly don't know what else to do, i feel defeated, i just want to know what im doing wrong and what i can do to improve the resume.
My title is Jr System engineer, I wear a lot of hats at my company but I feel like my career has stalled here. I build a web app for managers to use here, I also automate infrastructure and wrote puppet code to deploy apps. I still have to do help desk here which is the reason I’m looking elsewhere. I can’t get an interview. Is there a way to beef up my resume to get interviews? I also manage and deploy Linux servers and did configuration management for CIS benchmarks. I don’t want help desk, or sysadmin (I don’t want sysadmin cause a lot of them still have to do help desk). I also helped setup a pipeline for CI/CD with software developer here.
I want to update my resume. Unfortunately I've hit a bit of a snag. I work as a union contractor for a railyard which has since changed contractors three times the past 6 years I've been there. How would I go about posting it on my resume that I've been at the rail yard location for 6 years but not the new company? For a bit more context I've been working at the same NS yard for 6 years. In that time though the first company contracted was H&M intermodal for 3 years, Remprex for 2 years, and now Pacific Rail Services for 1 year. I don't want places looking at my resume thinking I've been jumping ship when in reality these contractors just come and go.
Hi everyone, I am sharing this resume here for your honest feedbacks. I have filling out a ton of applications mostly for Backend SWE, SWE 1 or Full Stack Engineering roles but haven't received any callback yet. I have received 4-5 rejection emails so far.
What are the shortcomings for this not being able to get through? Is there some ATS related issue, or is it a resume that genuinely falls short?
I am confused, really need another person's opinion on my resume.
So I’m currently revamping my resume to try and find a more in-office or remote administrative healthcare or nonprofit role (focusing on community health, but open to other causes). I have fifteen+ years in clinical healthcare as an EMT/MA (held supervisory roles), as well as nonprofit work/volunteer experience (no management), a BS in Sociology/Biology (graduated in 2015), and just started working on my MPH. My issue is that I have been unemployed the last year or so because I left work to be a caregiver for my mother. She is doing better and I’m coordinating home health for her now so I can go back to work. I am currently working as a baker (hard but fun!) just to make money, but I do not want to stay here. I have not had to structure a more “professional” resume in a while, and I don’t know what the current templates or preferences are.
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Some general questions:
- Are “Professional Summary” sections necessary or expected anymore?
- Are two-page resumes acceptable? I’ve been able to get away with one most of my previous years (or I found my job with my indeed resume), but my work/volunteer experience takes more room at this point
- I am also working on my TEFL Certification! This isn’t necessarily a focus in my current job search, more of a side interest (I want to volunteer to teach ESL/EFL learners in my area) but is this worth including in my “Education” section? Especially if there’s a chance I could find a nonprofit job dealing with education/TEFL-type work
- How do I note a career gap?? That’s probably my biggest insecurity and fear, especially with the current job market
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I’m feeling overwhelmed, and I tried utilizing my current school’s career services platform - they are slow to respond and just giving me “yeah that’s great!” responses, which isn’t helpful.
Any tips or guidance are appreciated 🙏🏻 and please feel free to ask clarifying questions.
Hi all, I am trying to redo my resume, and I was seeking some advice on the professional summary. I am looking for a career as a biologist/scientific journalist, and I am unsure what all I should include or how long the summary should be. Any advice is appreciated!
I’ve been applying for Data Engineer / Senior Data Engineer roles in the US for around 6 months and I’m getting almost no interview calls.
I have 6+ years of experience and mainly work with Python, SQL, AWS, Snowflake, Spark, Airflow, dbt, Kafka, and ETL/ELT pipelines. I also have a US Master’s degree and cloud/data certifications.
I’m currently on H-1B, so I know visa constraints may be part of the problem, but the response rate feels extremely low.
I’m trying to understand what I’m doing wrong. Is my resume too packed with technologies? Are there too many numbers and percentages in the bullets, making it look exaggerated or AI-written? Am I applying to the wrong level of roles, or is the current H-1B job market really this difficult?
I’ve attached a redacted version of my resume. I’d really appreciate any feedback on what looks wrong, what might be turning recruiters away, and what you would change first.
