San Diego Resume / Hillcrest Business Services
Resume writer · San Diego, CA · virtual
"San Diego Resume / Hillcrest Business Services is San Diego’s premiere resume and office support service with over 30 years at the same location." (in their words, on their website)
Services
| Service | What is included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-Level Resume Package recent college graduate or minimally experienced worker |
One-page Resume · Cover Letter · Professional References | $175 |
| Mid-Level Resume Package professionals with 5+ years work experience |
Two-page Resume · Cover Letter · Professional References | $255 |
| Senior Management Resume Package executive or technical professionals |
Two-page Resume · Cover Letter · Professional References | $295 |
| Civil Servant / Federal Resume Package civil servants and federal job applicants |
Federal Resume up to ten pages · Cover Letter · Professional References · Electronic file backup | $350 |
| Resume Writing Service entry to executive level in all fields of profession |
36-day turnaround · Consultation with experienced writer · Professional page layout · Resume draft delivery · Edits and revision · Final resume delivery | $175 to $350 |
As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.
How they compare
- Their packages start at $175. Of the 351 resume writers in our directory who publish a package price, 66% start at the same price or lower.
Computed by Callings from the prices and experience coaches publish. Not a rating.
Where they fit
| Students | Early | Mid | Manager | Director | VP / C-suite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resume and LinkedIn | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Interviews and offers | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Job search strategy | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Career direction and change | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Leadership | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Personal brand | no | no | no | no | no | no |
How they work
- Process
- Initial consultation to gather background information and discuss career objectives · Use old resume as starting point if available · Translate work experience into quantified accomplishments and core competencies · Present resume draft for amendments, changes or corrections · Deliver final resume with cover letters and reference pages · Provide electronic file backup
Do it yourself, or hire a coach?
| Doing it yourself | Usually enough when | A coach earns the fee when | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resume | 4 to 8 hours for a strong base, then about 30 minutes per posting. Callings can tailor it to each job. | You are staying in the same field and level and have recent results to cite. | You are changing field or level, coming back after a long break, or many applications brought no interviews. |
Times are our estimates. Try Callings.
Questions to ask before hiring
- Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
- What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
- Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)
Their website promises results: "We guarantee our best effort and your satisfaction with the final product.". No coach can guarantee a job, interviews or a placement rate. Be careful with anyone who does, and with promises of a "hidden job market" or exclusive recruiter access.
What they publish
- Prices: yes
- What each service includes: yes
- A free consultation: yes
- Refund or cancellation terms: not found on their website
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