Simple process,

Superior results.

Our professional resume writers reimagined the resume writing process so it’s faster, easier, and tailored to you. Standard first-draft turnaround is only 5-7 days, or within 48 hours with our optional rush fee. We partner with exceptional resume writers across the US to meet your needs no matter your industry or location. You're in good hands — a dedicated resume writer is with you every step of the way.

Our Simple 4-Step Process

how the resume writing process works, step 1

Step 1 » Schedule a Free Consultation (Optional)

A resume/cover letter writer with experience in your industry will share their approach for best marketing your unique background and skill set, based entirely on your job targets. Set up your FREE consultation today.

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Step 2 » Submit Payment & Job Search Goals

Process your invoice through our secure payment system, and provide basic information about the job you're pursuing, along with your resume design preferences — it should fit like a glove! Find pricing here.

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Step 3 » Share Your Career Story

Your dedicated professional resume writer will reach out within 24 hours to schedule a call, where we’ll discuss your career story and uncover the impact you've made on past employers. Sounds challenging? Don’t stress: We know the right questions to ask. This takes as few as 30 minutes, and can be completed by email if you prefer. Then sit back and relax — we do all of the heavy lifting and never rely on lengthy questionnaires. Your resume's first draft will then be ready in just 5-7 days.

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Step 4 » Critique Draft & Approve Final Resume

We'll review the resume together so that it's just right – our clients even receive unlimited edits within the next two weeks. After approval, your new StandOut resume will be sent in Word and PDF format. If you’re interested in cover letter writing services, LinkedIn profile content optimization services, and/or other add-on services, we'll deliver those just a few days later.

FAQs

  • The first draft of your resume is ready within 5-7 days from the Discovery call (i.e., client interview). Need the resume more quickly? Our rush services deliver the first draft in as few as 24 hours. The rush fee is $59 and please contact our resume/cover letter writers for more information.

  • Our rush services deliver the first draft in as few as 24 hours. This option is available based on our current capacity, so please speak with a resume writer to learn more. The rush fee is $99 and please contact our resume/cover letter writers for additional information.

  • Our resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile writing services are clear and straightforward. Please review all current pricing and packages for more information.

  • Our team of resume writers has experience serving clients of nearly every industry. As a professional resume company based in Philadelphia, we partner with experts across the US, who have unique skills sets. We’ll match you to the resume expert that is the best fit. It is rare that we do not have experience in your line of work, and if that occurs we will be upfront before getting started.

  • No - at this time, we are only serving clients remotely, as our writing team works across the US. The address listed on our website is for mailing purposes only. Thank you and look forward to working with you soon.

  • YES! - our experienced resume writers are located across the US and serve clients from coast to coast. Our resume writing service is based in Philadelphia and have recently developed dedicated local sites in New Jersey and Baltimore. Regardless of where you are, we look forward to serving you!

  • Yes - although it is uncommon, clients may receive a 100% refund prior to accepting their final product, should they not be satisfied through the revision process. Please review our client service agreement for more details.

  • It's often more effective to create a new, more compelling resume than edit or add to an existing resume. We understand, however, that each client has their own unique situation and needs. So, we are happy to work from your existing resume, if that is your preference. Please contact us for more information.

  • Yes! If you know of a specific resume writer on our team, please indicate their name when contacting us! Many of our clients are referrals and prefer to work with the writer that served their colleague, friend, family member, etc. Otherwise, we will aim to pair you with a senior resume writer that has experience in your industry or line of work.

  • Yes! Please contact us for more information about our discounts for military service members/veterans and students.

  • Yes! We frequently design custom packages and off-menu options for our clients based on their unique needs. Please speak with us for more information and a custom quote.

  • Yes, most of our resume/cover letter writers are certified by a resume writing association. More importantly, our resume experts are accomplished and highly rated by their clients — and it’s not uncommon for a writer to have already developed more than 1,000 resumes across their career. We partner with only those who maintain our high quality, integrity, and client service standards.

  • After your no-cost consultation, we'll send you the invoice with a click-through service agreement and a web form to submit information about the jobs that you are targeting. Once these items are completed, your professional resume writer will schedule the Discovery call to collect all of the information they'll need to author the first draft of your resume.

  • Yes! Many of our clients choose the Essentials package and then upgrade to Premium down the line. We'll simply invoice you for the difference between the two packages at that point.

  • Absolutely not! Although some services require lengthy questionnaires, our resume/cover letter writers do the heavy lifting for you. Your writer will need only about 30-60 minutes of time over the phone, and may ask for additional information after the first draft is delivered. The more collaborative the writer-client relationship, the better the final product.