Greg Marano

Resume writer · Liverpool, NY · virtual

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"The Syracuse Pen will write, revise, or update your résumé and cover letter to get you the most out of those 6 seconds or less." (in their words, on their website)

Services

ServiceWhat is includedPrice
Résumé Writing
students, professionals, and small businesses		 modern, eye-catching résumés · strong presentation of accomplishments and career highlights · ATS-optimized formatting · emphasize marketable skills · clear unnecessary information on request
Cover Letter Writing
students, professionals, and small businesses		 professional introduction · complements résumé · shows ambitions and personality on request
Proofreading grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, consistency, clarity check · fact-checking · ensure all links work on request
Editing effective word usage · stronger pacing · more powerful voice · more engaging experience on request
Ghostwriting content for website, promotional materials, blog, or other projects · without publicly identifying original author on request
Web Content Writing blogging on various topics · blend of humor, poignancy, sagacity, straightforward narrative · matches tone and style of site on request

As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.

Where they fit

StudentsEarlyMidManagerDirectorVP / C-suite
Resume and LinkedInyesyesyesyesyesyes
Interviews and offersnononononono
Job search strategyyesyesyesyesyesyes
Career direction and changenononononono
Leadershipnononononono
Personal brandyesyesyesyesyesyes

How they work

Process
Have an updated résumé describing current job, responsibilities, and accomplishments · Keep skills up-to-date · Maintain contact with your network
Before coaching
journalist, domestic and international journalism; writer, writing and English literature

Do it yourself, or hire a coach?

Doing it yourselfUsually enough whenA coach earns the fee when
Resume4 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.
Job searchA target list, a weekly plan and steady outreach. Callings builds the weekly plan and tracks every application, free.Interviews are coming in.Three months without traction, or a senior search that runs on your network.
Personal brandA consistent story across your resume, LinkedIn and a personal page. Callings builds the page, free.The role you want does not depend on visibility.Visibility or thought leadership is part of the role.

Times are our estimates. Try Callings.

Questions to ask before hiring

  1. What does it cost in total, and what is included? (no published price)
  2. Do you write it yourself, how many revision rounds are included, and do I keep editable files? (done-for-you writing)
  3. What are your cancellation and refund terms? (no refund terms on their site)
  4. Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)

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