Why It's Worth It

If you're using the Internet as part of your job search, then having your resume in Word, alone, isn't enough. Potential employers frequently request ASCII and PDF resume submissions due to their smaller size (smaller download requirement, reduced risk of virus transmission) and because of their portability and ease of upload into company database systems (scannability).

If you want to upload your resume into an online resume database, you may be required to copy and paste your document into designated boxes, by sections, and Word won't always transfer well in these mediums. In this case, ASCII is your best bet.

And many employers and online resume databases are now requiring file uploads to be in PDF.

Having a resume Web page allows you to submit your resume in a convenient online format, with zero download requirement by your recipient (you simply send him or her the URL). Because the resume Web page is also linked to a PDF version of your resume, your recipient will have access to a printable version of your document in its original hardcopy format. AND SO WILL YOU. Having a resume Web page means that you can access a printable version of your resume anywhere you have an Internet connection, without having to carry your resume with you on a disk or in a hardcopy version.

Having your resume in all the necessary formats prepares you for an effective job search. See resume formats explained.

Not sure if your existing resume will do the trick? Try starting with a professional critique.

What You Receive

Conversion of your resume to PDF, ASCII and a Resume Web Page + up to 6 months of free hosting.

*Returning 1st-Writer.com Critique Clients: If you've already used 1st-Writer.com's professional critique service, you can order all the file formats (Resume Web Page, ASCII, and PDF) plus six months of free hosting for the lower fee of $50.00. E-mail me to get started.

While I'll correct any glaring spelling errors that I find (I can't help it, it's the writer in me), I won't change any of the written content of your resume in any way. You love your resume - I respect that. What I will do is convert your resume to ASCII and PDF formats, and I'll create an attractive, professional resume Web page for you. Then I'll link your resume Web page to your PDF resume (essentially giving you two resume Web pages) for easy printing capabilities by your recipient, or by you if you're on the road and don't have access to a fully formatted version. All you'll need is an Internet connection to access a printable version of your resume, anywhere you are.

You'll have the URL address: www.topjobcandidate.com/Your-Name.htm for up to 6 months. If at any time you want your resume Web page removed, all you'll need to do is e-mail me to have your resume Web page removed immediately.

With your resume in Word, PDF, two versions of ASCII, and a resume Web page, you'll have all the electronic formats you'll needed for an effective online job search. I'll also explain how to use  your new electronic formats.

This is a very personalized service, and I maintain strict client confidentiality.