Executive Resume Writer & Copy Editor | Executive Career Upgrades
RÉSUMÉ WRITER
Independent Contractor
Executive Career Upgrades (ECU) is seeking an experienced Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW) to partner with our Branding Team as an independent contractor. This is not an entry-level opportunity. We need a polished executive résumé writer who can confidently work with VP through C-suite clients, quickly uncover measurable accomplishments and leadership impact, and transform complex careers into powerful, achievement-driven executive brands.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Conduct live Zoom branding and résumé strategy sessions with executive clients.
Develop aggressive, ATS-optimized résumés for VP through C-suite candidates.
Uncover and position accomplishments involving revenue, cost savings, P&L, transformation, operations, and team leadership.
Create high-impact LinkedIn profiles and executive banner content aligned with each client’s target direction.
Manage revisions through final approval while maintaining exceptional standards for grammar and formatting.
Manage multiple client projects while meeting established turnaround times.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW) credential required.
Proven professional résumé writing experience.
Experience working directly with VP through C-suite executives.
Strong knowledge of executive branding, ATS optimization, and résumé strategy.
Exceptional interviewing, writing, editing, and client communication skills.
Ability to convert complex career information into concise, results-driven executive content.
Ability to independently manage deadlines, client projects, and established branding standards.
PREFERRED
Experience conducting live client sessions via Zoom.
Experience writing across multiple industries and functional areas.
Experience with an executive career coaching, outplacement, or résumé writing organization.
CONTRACT STRUCTURE
This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity. Contractors are expected to maintain reliable availability for scheduled client sessions, independently manage assigned projects and deadlines, meet ECU quality and turnaround standards, and provide their own computer, reliable internet, and professional Zoom environment. This contract opportunity does not include employee benefits.
ABOUT ECU
Executive Career Upgrades helps senior professionals and executives accelerate their careers through executive branding, résumé development, LinkedIn optimization, coaching, interview preparation, and job-search strategy. If you are a CPRW with proven executive résumé writing experience and know how to turn complex careers into compelling, results-driven executive brands, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: $600.00 - $1,800.00 per week
Application Question(s):
• How many years of experience do you have editing or writing resumes for Director, VP, or C-suite level professionals?
• Explain your knowledge and skillset with ATS resume formatting requirements?
• Have you written LinkedIn profiles for senior professionals, including a headline and About section?
Experience:
• Copy editing: 2 years (Required)
• Technical writing: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote