CV/Résumé Editing

❝ The future depends on what you do today ❞

Mahatma Gandhi

A curriculum vitae (CV) has one purpose: to get you a job interview.

According to a 2018 study by TheLadders Inc., a recruiter will decide in less than eight seconds whether to go forward with your application.

So, how do you pass the eight second test?

Firstly, your CV must have good content, tailored for the job you’re applying for. So, each job application requires its own CV.

But good content alone isn’t enough to secure that interview. When you’ve only got eight seconds to impress, it is vital that the recruiter is hit with the key information immediately. Your qualifications, relevant work experience, skills and expertise need to stand out. To ensure that the recruiter can’t miss this information, your CV needs to be structured in a very specific way.

The 2018 study found that the CVs that passed the eight second test had the following attributes:

– Simple layout
– Clear section and heading titles
– Bold titles supported by bulleted lists of accomplishments
– An overview or mission statement at the top of the first page
– Clear fonts

In addition to these attributes, white space and sentence length are also key to drawing the recruiter’s attention to the important content of the document.

How will we help you?

Our CV editors will make sure the content and structure of your CV give you the best possible chance of landing that interview. We’re up to date with the most recent research about what recruiters are looking for and how to pass the eight second test.

We will study the job description and ensure that your CV is tailored to the job you’re applying for. Our CV Editing Service makes sure your relevant skills, qualifications and work experience won’t be missed by the recruiter.

Importantly, we will also remove spelling, grammatical and punctuation errors.

You will receive a professional and polished document that is error-free and structured to make an impact.

CV/Résumé Editing Service

You can use our CV Editing Service for CVs, résumés, cover letters and job application documents.

What we check:

CV Editing	Example
General	✓ Is the document tailored to the job description? ✓ Is the document organised logically? ✓ Is the document complete? ✓ Is there any unnecessary repetition? ✓ Is there an overview or mission statement at the top of the first page (if appropriate)?
Grammar, punctuation, spelling, word choice, typos	✓ Is the text grammatically correct? ✓ Are spelling and punctuation correct? ✓ Is word choice appropriate? ✓ Are there any typos?
Writing style	✓ Is the writing clear and concise? ✓ Is the language formal and professional? ✓ Is the text clear, consistent and coherent? ✓ Does the text flow?
Consistency	✓ Are there any conflicting statements, inaccuracies and/or inconsistencies in the text? ✓ Are numbers, spelling, capitalization etc consistent?
Formatting	✓ Do the relevant skills, qualifications, work experience etc stand out? ✓ Is the layout appropriate? ✓ Are there clear section and heading titles? ✓ Are there bold titles supported by lists of accomplishments? ✓ Are the fonts clear?

Our CV Editing Service does not include:

⨉ Fact checking
- We are not responsible for the accuracy of the content of the document.
⨉ Plagiarism checking
- We do not check or edit for plagiarism. The responsibly lies with the author

CV Editing Prices

What will you receive?

We will track all the edits and comments using the ‘Track Changes’ feature in Microsoft Word. This lets you quickly review them. We will also provide a summary of the edits and highlight any concerns and/or suggestions to improve the writing and content, if necessary.

Why choose Champion Editing to edit your CV?

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HIGHLY QUALIFIED

Our editors are postgraduate qualified. We’ve written and edited many CVs, résumés and cover letters.

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CONFIDENTIALITY ASSURED

Your CV will remain strictly confidential.

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PERSONAL SERVICE

You deal directly with the editor who has worked on your CV. This saves time and money and ensures that you get the best possible feedback and service.

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NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS

English is the first language of all our editors.

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ESL SPECIALISTS

Our editors have experience with foreign students and living and working in non-English speaking countries. This provides us with a unique appreciation and insight into the challenges faced by ESL writers.

We will support you

Questions? Comments? Great, let’s talk. It is important to us that you can contact the editor before, during and after the CV editing process. If you’re happy, we’re happy.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Your CV will be reviewed to the highest quality. If you have any concerns following the return of your edited CV, we will happily provide free revisions to the area of concern for as long as it takes for you to be 100% happy.

FAQ

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO EDIT MY CV?

We will edit your CV as quickly as possible. We understand that you have a deadline and we will do our best to work with you to meet it. Ultimately, the turnaround time depends on the length of your CV. Contact us for a no-obligation chat about your deadline requirements.

WILL YOU KEEP MY CV CONFIDENTIAL?

Yes. Confidentiality is very important to us and your CV will be kept confidential. Unless otherwise requested, we will destroy our copy of your CV seven days after completion.

WHAT FORMAT DOES MY CV NEED TO BE IN?

Your CV needs to be in Microsoft Word. We will use the ‘Track Changes’ feature in Microsoft Word when editing your document. If you don’t know how to use Track Changes, don’t worry. It’s simple and we’ll talk you through it.

CAN I CONTACT THE EDITOR BEFORE/DURING/AFTER THE EDITING PROCESS?

Yes, absolutely. This is one aspect that sets Champion Editing apart from many other online editing providers. You will have unlimited direct contact with the editor who is working on your CV. However, it is important that you give us as much information as possible before we start editing. Once you receive the edited copy, we welcome any questions or comments you may have about the suggested edits.

WHAT COUNTRIES DO YOU EDIT CVS FROM?

Anywhere! Our service is available to anyone anywhere in the world. We are based in New Zealand and can work on your document while you sleep, depending on your time zone.

HOW DO I PAY?

We accept credit card and PayPal. Our New Zealand clients can also deposit payment directly into our bank account. Please see our payment page for more details.

WHEN DO I PAY?

You pay once the job is complete. Unlike many other online editing providers, we do not require an upfront payment.

We will edit your document within the agreed timeframe and then email you a preview of the edited version. At this point, you will pay us, and once payment is received, we will release the entire edited document to you. Champion Editing believes this is the fairest way to operate as it protects both you as the client, and us as the editing provider.

For large documents, such as theses, we may require a deposit before we begin editing. We will discuss this with you when your document is submitted.

DO YOU FACT CHECK?

No, we are not responsible for the accuracy of the content of the document.

CAN YOU WRITE OR REWRITE MY DOCUMENT?

No. We do not write or rewrite portions of text; however, new approaches and/or ideas that we consider may enhance your CV may be suggested.

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