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Below, we cover places to find resume writing work, how much it pays and more.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s start with the qualifications.<\/p>\n
Now, here\u2019s the good news.<\/p>\n
You don\u2019t actually need to become certified to be a resume writer.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s still possible to get lots of work and private clients as a freelance resume writer, without being certified.<\/p>\n
However, some places do require certification.<\/p>\n
So if you can make room for it in your schedule and budget, then you might want to consider it.<\/p>\n
While being certified doesn\u2019t hurt, it\u2019s not a requirement with every company.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll find that many companies state that they prefer certified candidates, so it\u2019s definitely something to consider as it could increase your chances of getting hired.<\/p>\n
Some places require you to have a degree instead or as well as that certification.<\/p>\n
Other places don\u2019t really require you to have any qualifications \u2013 instead, they\u2019re just looking for a good portfolio of samples or experience.<\/p>\n
Just check the requirements for the company that you plan to work with.<\/p>\n
General freelancing sites<\/a> aren\u2019t the only places where you can find freelance resume writing opportunities. Below, we\u2019ve listed places where you can find work as a resume writer.<\/p>\n Find freelance resume writing work at WriterBay.<\/p>\n To join the site, you\u2019ll need to have at least a Bachelor\u2019s degree, which can be in any subject, and excellent writing skills and knowledge of the English language.<\/p>\n Join Smart Panel Now<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Of course, since it\u2019s an online freelance gig, you\u2019ll also need internet access and an email address.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking for a resume writing side hustle, give this company a try.<\/p>\n Offering, career transition services, RiseSmart is often on the lookout for resume writers.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll need to have at least 5 years\u2019 worth of experience as a professional resume writer for this one. So if you\u2019re just starting, this company might not be ideal.<\/p>\n Aside from that, you\u2019ll also need to have excellent written and verbal English communication skills.<\/p>\n RiseSmart also says that it prefers candidates who have a certification from one of the major career organizations, like the NRWA, CDI, or CPRW.<\/p>\n RiseSmart posts openings for resume writers on its careers page.<\/p>\n At the time of writing, there were lots of positions available for resume writers, including remote positions.<\/p>\n At the time of writing, Talent Inc. has openings for a remote resume writer.<\/p>\n So if you want to make money from home writing resumes, this could be the gig for you.<\/p>\n Just visit the careers page that we linked to below, and scroll down to where it says, \u201cOpen Positions\u201d and you\u2019ll see the resume writer gig.<\/p>\n For this one, you\u2019ll need to have exceptional writing skills, and have at least three years\u2019 worth of experience.<\/p>\n WriteZillas has work available for resume writers. According to the site, more than 100 new assignments come in daily, so there\u2019s plenty of work on offer.<\/p>\n There\u2019s not much on the site about required qualifications, so apply and see if you\u2019d be suited to work with the company.<\/p>\n Boardroom Resumes is another one to check out.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a company that provides resume writing services.<\/p>\n On its careers page, Boardroom Resumes doesn\u2019t list any details about its resume writing jobs.<\/p>\n Instead, there\u2019s a form that you can complete to apply for work.<\/p>\n ResumeYard is another resume writing service.<\/p>\n It often has positions open for resume writers.<\/p>\n At the time of writing, ResumeYard had an opening for a resume writer.<\/p>\n To be eligible for this position, you\u2019ll need to have two years\u2019 worth of professional resume writing experience. You\u2019ll also need to have excellent written and verbal English communication skills.<\/p>\n Experience in HR and a certification from one of the major career organizations, like CPRW, is also preferred.<\/p>\n On UpWork, clients posts jobs and freelancers can apply for them.<\/p>\n On there, you can find resume writing jobs. The client will outline a budget and then you can bid on it.<\/p>\n The only issue with UpWork is that if you get a job when you get paid you will have to pay a service fee on your income, which is 20% when you first start working with a client.<\/p>\n Clients and companies post job openings for writers on Indeed. So it\u2019s definitely worth taking a look on there for work.<\/p>\n You can find a lot of remote positions on there as well.<\/p>\n Freelancer.com is another platform, where you can find freelance resume writing work.<\/p>\n Clients post job listings on there, and you can apply for them.<\/p>\n It\u2019s worth checking on there for paying gigs.<\/p>\n Another place to check out for work is SimplyHired. It\u2019s another one where clients and companies post jobs for freelancers. It\u2019s worth a look because it has a pretty good selection of resume writing jobs.<\/p>\n Fiverr started as a platform where people could offer small gigs and services for just 5 bucks a pop but it slowly morphed into a hugely popular freelancing platform where freelancers offer any kind of service you can imagine.<\/p>\n You can offer anything from graphic and website design to making videos, holding a sign in a public space and prank calling to voice over, data entry<\/a> and of course writing cover letters and resumes.<\/p>\n All you need to do to get started is create a free Fiverr account and create a gig. Thor forms make it easy to quickly enter the details of your service, how much you charge, samples of your past works and whatever else you want to add.<\/p>\n You can promote your Fiverr gig anywhere you like -Craigslist, friends and family, on social media sites, your own website or blog and so on. That said because Fiverr is so popular, sometimes you don\u2019t even need to promote your gigs that much since it will naturally be seen by hundreds of thousands of Fiverr\u2019s daily visitors.<\/p>\n The pay really varies on this one.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s take a look at some examples of what you could earn as a resume writer:<\/p>\n Working for companies, like RiseSmart or Talent, Inc. is great, but you might want to consider starting your own resume writing business.<\/p>\n This is because it can be more profitable in the long-run.<\/p>\n When you have your own business, you can set your own rates.<\/p>\n Plus, you can increase your income as you build up your business<\/a>.<\/p>\n When you work with one of the companies like ResumeYard or WriterBay, your income is set, without much room for growth.<\/p>\n So starting up your own resume writing business can be a good idea.<\/p>\n Of course, at the start, making money from your own business will be tougher than making money with the sites above.<\/p>\n Stick with it though, and you could really increase your income<\/a>.<\/p>\n Here are some tips for starting your own resume writing business.<\/p>\n Writing and communication skills are key in resume writing. So make sure you can write well.<\/p>\n If you are a little rusty, brush up online. There are plenty of grammar courses online, this this one from Northern Illinois University<\/a>.<\/p>\n The internet is an excellent place to find clients, but consider working with clients in your area as well. Chances are that there are people in your area who need your services. You could hand out business cards and even put an ad in the local paper.<\/p>\n When you define a niche within the resume market, like finance, for example, then it can differentiate your business from other resume writing services.<\/p>\n You can specialize in writing resumes for recent graduates, stay-at-home moms<\/a> and dads\u00a0who are returning to work, or healthcare, for example.<\/p>\n Consider a niche if it suits you of course.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need tons of equipment to get started with this.<\/p>\n That said, this is a computer based home business<\/a> so you do need some equipment. A PC with a word processor is enough if you are working solely online.<\/p>\n Depending on whether you plan to work with clients in-person, you might also need a printer, fax machine, and copier.<\/p>\n Also, if you do plan to meet with clients face-to-face, then you will need to set up a small office space. You\u2019ll just need a desk and several chairs to create a comfortable and professional atmosphere.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t get too caught up in what your competition is doing.<\/p>\n But, do research their rates, experience, and services they offer as it can help you to alter your business to match the current market expectations if needed.<\/p>\n It can also help you to find more ways to differentiate your resume writing business.<\/p>\n While it\u2019s fine to just offer resume writing services<\/a>, many businesses also offer additional services.<\/p>\n For example, many also write cover letters or help their clients to organize a career portfolio.<\/p>\n So consider offering a few services in the career area if you want to.<\/p>\n You can then set prices for each one.<\/p>\n Providing a few different services can attract those customers who are looking for a one-stop-shop type of deal.<\/p>\n But don\u2019t think that you have to offer more than just resume writing.<\/p>\n Some people just want someone to write their resume and that\u2019s it.<\/p>\n So if you want your business to solely offer resume writing services, then that\u2019s great too.<\/p>\n You might live in a state that requires special licenses for the business you plan to start. So do check to see if your state has any such rules.<\/p>\n The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has a useful article on licenses and permits that you can check out here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Joining and getting certified by a professional organization, like the National Resume Writers\u2019 Association<\/a> is definitely something to consider.<\/p>\n Being part of one of these organizations makes you look more professional to clients. While being certified isn\u2019t a requirement for resume writers, it really will set you apart from the competition.<\/p>\n So consider getting certified with one of the organizations that we mentioned above.<\/p>\n While not a \u201cprofessional\u201d organization like those we mentioned above, LinkedIn is still an excellent platform for resume writers. It\u2019s designed for professionals.<\/p>\n Plus there are lots of groups you can join, making it a great platform for networking, and therefore potentially building up your client base.<\/p>\n You will need a logo, a website design, and potentially business cards. So it may be worth working with a graphic designer.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll need a website for your business, and also a profile on social media sites, like LinkedIn, which we already mentioned above, and Facebook.<\/p>\n Ask your friends, family and colleagues if they need to have a resume written for them. You could offer your services at a reduced rate or even for free in the case of family.<\/p>\n Then you can use their resumes as samples for your portfolio.<\/p>\n You could even ask them for testimonials to put on your website.<\/p>\n Building up your own business and client base takes time. But it will pay off in the long-term if you are consistent and you can often make more money than you would working for a company like WriterBay.<\/p>\n
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3. Talent Inc.<\/h3>\n
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4. WriteZillas<\/h3>\n
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5. Boardroom Resumes<\/h3>\n
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6. ResumeYard<\/h3>\n
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7. UpWork<\/h3>\n
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8. Indeed<\/h3>\n
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9. Freelancer.com<\/h3>\n
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How Much Can You Make as a Resume Writer?<\/h2>\n
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How to Start a Resume Writing Business<\/h2>\n
Brush up your writing skills<\/h4>\n
Think about working with local clients too<\/h4>\n
Consider working in a niche<\/h4>\n
Get the right equipment<\/h4>\n
Research your competition<\/h4>\n
Think about what services you want to offer<\/h4>\n
Check your state\u2019s laws<\/h4>\n
Consider joining professional organizations<\/h4>\n
Don\u2019t forget about LinkedIn!<\/h4>\n
Get your branding together<\/h4>\n
Create an online presence<\/h4>\n
Offer your services to friends and family<\/h4>\n
Closing Thoughts<\/h2>\n