Your resume isn’t the problem. It’s how you’re telling your story.

Resume writing for creatives, leaders, career changers, and multi-hyphenates who need to tell a sharper career story.

GENERIC. BLOATED. TOO LONG. TOO VAGUE

If your resume isn’t getting responses, it’s time to try something different.

Because when you say what you actually do clearly, confidently, and with the right words... things finally start to move.

13

YEARS IN BUSINESS

1,450

HAPPY CLIENTS

100%

INTERVIEW RATE

DESIGN-FRIENDLY BUT NOT OVER THE TOP,

The Modern Resume artfully pairs impactful ATS-optimized content with simple design, elevated to stand out.

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Career Branding Services

Whether you need a resume that opens doors, a LinkedIn profile that gets you found, or both, I create strategic, modern career branding that makes you impossible to overlook. Explore the options below — and if you need both, bundle them for the best value.

Resume Writing
& Design

Clean, modern, ATS-friendly resume tailored to your goals

  • Custom-written, ATS-optimized resume

  • Clean, elegant, easy-to-read layout

  • Clear career story that makes instant sense

  • Aligned with your target roles and industry

  • ATS-friendly formatting to get past the bots

LinkedIn Profile
Optimization

Keyword-rich LinkedIn profile tailored to attract the right roles

  • Stronger visibility with recruiters

  • Rewrite of headline, About, and experience

  • Keyword-optimized skills + education

  • Messaging aligned with your next career

  • Custom-designed LinkedIn banner image

MOST POPULAR ✸ BEST VALUE

Full Career Rebrand

SAVE $300 → BUNDLE RESUME + LINKEDIN

Align your entire professional presence so you tell a consistent, powerful story everywhere you show up. This bundle includes everything in the Resume Writing & Design and LinkedIn Profile Optimization packages.

This is the most popular choice for high-achieving Creatives — combining strategy, writing, design, and online presence to position you as the go-to in your field.

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More of a DIYer? Start here.

The Resume Audit & Action Plan is designed for DIYers who want expert eyes on their resume but prefer to take the reins themselves. You’ll get clarity on what’s working, what’s holding you back, and a step-by-step action plan to reposition your resume so it starts pulling its weight. It’s a strategy-first option for those who don’t need the full done-for-you overhaul.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • A detailed review of your current resume

  • Personalized feedback on what’s strong, what’s missing, and what’s holding you back

  • Actionable recommendations to align your career story with your target roles

  • A 60-minute strategy session to talk through your goals and questions

  • A written step-by-step plan to implement (or upgrade to full service)

Hi, I’m Nico

RESUME WRITER, CAREER BRANDING SPECIALIST & LAYOUT DESIGNER

I don’t do cookie-cutter. I don’t do “responsible for” bullets. I do resumes that read like branding campaigns – sharp writing, clean design, and strategy that makes recruiters stop scrolling.

Since 2012, I’ve helped 1,400+ professionals claim their edge, show up with confidence, and land the jobs (and salaries) they thought were out of reach. If you’re looking for different, you’ve found it.

YOU ARE A UNIQUE BRAND WE NEED TO MARKET.

This resume writing strategy is different.
And it WORKS.

Like most resume services, my approach leverages impact-heavy content, ATS-optimization, and storytelling. But that alone will only get you so far. The job market in 2025 is volatile, competitive, and full of noise. To stand out and get ahead, you have to show up differently. Cookie-cutter won’t cut it because no one else has your exact skills, experience, or story.

That’s why my strategy uses four elements most resume writers overlook ↓

BRAND STRATEGY

What makes you stand out from everyone else?

MARKETING

Is your resume positioned to win in today’s market?

COPYWRITING

Do your words sell your impact, not just list duties?

UX & DESIGN

Does the formatting guide the eye and increase readability?

YES! THIS IS WHAT I NEED ↗

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Testimonials

"I wanted to let you know I’ve accepted a position at Microsoft. Couldn’t have done it without you!

Choosing you to help me was the best thing I could have ever done. I just had NO confidence in so many areas. Once I started trusting myself, things fell into place."

– MICHELLE P, MARKETING EXECUTIVE

“I got the job!!! I got so much positive feedback on my resume.

Several senior leader executives said it was the best resume they have ever seen! The layout, the content, everything. You are the best!!

– BIANCA L, ATTORNEY

“I had my third in-person interview with 5 senior leaders yesterday.

The very first conversation I had with the VP was kudos on the overall format of my resume! PS I got a call from HR today saying the offer is on its way!!!!!! A++++++++”


– KATIE C, PRODUCT MANAGER

“I can highly recommend – and frequently do! – Nico's resume writing magic!

She works WITH her clients, asking deep questions and often uncovering skills, talents, and dreams they didn't even know they had. Combine that with her understanding of the ever-changing job search landscape, and you're guaranteed to upgrade your prospects.”

– MOLLY S, CREATIVE DIRECTOR

“Just a quick note to say THANK YOU!!!! I applied to 8 positions and got interviews at every one of them.

I was offered jobs at 4. I accepted my dream job with a pay increase over my previous job. Everyone loved my resume and cover letter. You ROCK.”

– KELLY D, INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

“I really can’t tell you how happy I am with the way the resume turned out.

I used to look at my resume and think ‘nobody would hire me’ and now I’m super confident applying to jobs with this updated version!”

– HEIDI A, NONPROFIT LEADER

“I have fantastic skills and experience, but I was not getting a single interview. Then I found Nicole.

She talked me down from the ledge, refined and finessed my resume, and suddenly I was being asked to interview for every job I applied for. I received 3 wonderful job offers.”

– ALISON T, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

“My resume felt outdated, cumbersome, and in need of serious revision.

Nicole really listened to me and did a superb job balancing the many requests I threw at her while keeping the nuances of my career succinct and crisp. I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to her. 6/5 stars, she was a pleasure to work with.”

– JON F, FINANCIAL ANALYST

“I was hired for the position that was number one on my list.

I was feeling so overwhelmed with the whole job search but once I had my new resume, everything fell into place. Thank you so much for presenting my professional life in such a clear, concise and targeted outline.”

– REGINA M, NURSE

“When we spoke, it actually felt like I was talking to a friend for help and I didn’t feel ashamed of my resume.

It’s only been a short while but I feel confident now when I’m applying to places. I’m very happy I found her. She makes you feel comfortable.”

– APRIL P, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

“I had been sending out applications for a year with no bites, and since I started using the new resume I’ve had interviews with 3 different places.

Also, the whole process with Nicole helped me feel generally more confident in the jobs I was looking for & my skillset. Seriously, her work is amazing!”

– CORINNE D, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR

“Thank you for helping me to stand out from the sea of resumes!

I’m so pleased with the results and feel more confident than when I started my job search. You are wonderful!”

– JENNIFER W, RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

“One day after publicly posting my resume online and submitting several to open roles, I had 15 interviews lined up.

None of that would have happened without Nico’s skills at capturing what I’d accomplished and what I wanted to do next.”

– SUSAN M, NURSE

Frequently Asked Questions

They’re the questions clients actually ask me — and the truths that make the difference between sending reumes into a void and landing interviews.

  • Yes. Every resume I create is built to pass Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) while still being compelling for human readers. I use clean formatting, the right keywords, and modern structure. This balance ensures recruiters and hiring managers see your value quickly.

  • Most professionals need a one- or two-page resume depending on career stage. Entry-level and mid-career candidates usually fit on one page, while executives, senior leaders, and career changers benefit from two. What matters most isn’t length, but clarity, keywords, and tailoring your story to the jobs you’re targeting.

  • Very. In 2025, nearly every recruiter and hiring manager checks LinkedIn before reaching out. An outdated or empty profile can cost you opportunities, even with a strong resume. I optimize your headline, About section, experience, and skills so your profile is keyword-rich, aligned with your resume, and ready to attract the right roles.

  • My process works for every field and career level, but I specialize in creatives, UX and product designers, marketers, communication leaders, and career-pivoters. These groups are often overlooked by traditional resume writers who try to force them into a box. I focus on capturing the range of your skills and story in a way that makes sense to both ATS systems and human readers, no matter how non-linear your background may look on paper.

  • Once you submit the intake form — with your current resume, target roles, career impacts, branding questionnaire, and payment — I deliver your first draft in just 2 business days. If you schedule the optional kickoff call, your 2-day turnaround begins right after our call. This applies to both resumes and LinkedIn profiles, so you can refresh your career brand quickly without waiting weeks.

  • No ethical resume writer can promise a specific job offer—but I can share this: I have a 100% track record of clients landing interviews after working with me. My clients consistently report faster interview requests, fewer ghosted applications, more recruiter outreach on LinkedIn, and better offers. A strategic, well-positioned career brand changes the entire job search experience.

  • Today’s resumes aren’t just summaries of every job you’ve ever held — they’re strategic marketing documents. ATS) AI screeners, and human recruiters all scan them differently, which means outdated formats or generic phrasing won’t cut it. I specialize in translating your experience into a clear, compelling career story that’s aligned with your goals, packed with the right keywords, and optimized to get past applicant tracking systems. The result: a resume and LinkedIn profile that stand out to both humans and AI, get noticed faster, and land interviews.

Stop getting passed over.
Start getting noticed.

Resumes done in 2 days. ATS-optimized. Human-approved.

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