Kara Varner
Resume writer · Colorado Springs, CO · in person and virtual
Credentials they list: CDI CEIC, PARWCC CPRW
"We are laser-focused on you! We would love to talk..." (in their words, on their website)
Services
| Service | What is included | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Executive Package | 2 revision rounds · Compelling 2-3 Page Executive Resume in Word & PDF · SEO and Keyword Optimized · Branded Cover Letter · Branded Thank You Letter · 2 Rounds of Revisions | $887 |
| Gold Career Change Package | 2 revision rounds · Professional 2-page Resume in PDF & Word · Branded Cover Letter · Branded Thank You Letter · LinkedIn Profile Development · Reference Sheet | $1,017 |
| DIY Resume Course | on request | |
| Interview Tip Sheet | Before - During - After the Interview EBook | on request |
As published on their website, read Sep 30, 2026.
How they compare
- Their packages start at $887. Of the 351 resume writers in our directory who publish a package price, 95% start at the same price or lower.
- 20 years coaching; the median for resume writers in our directory is 15.
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 | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Interviews and offers | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Job search strategy | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Career direction and change | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Leadership | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Personal brand | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
How they work
- Process
- Order your products online via secure website · Return Client Questionnaire and Client Contract and send existing resume or documents · Upon payment and documents, custom resume creation begins · Receive draft copy in approximately 8 to 10 business days · Proofread and return draft documents · Resume documents finalized
- Before coaching
- Account Executive and Employee Relations Representative, Microsoft Corporation via Volt Services Group; Program Manager, Major government contractor; Supervisory, training, employee relations, and social services positions, Department of the Army and Department of the Air Force (20 years)
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. |
| Interviews | 3 to 6 hours of practice out loud per interview process. Callings can prepare you for each job you track. | Early rounds in a format you know. | Final rounds, panels, a new kind of role, or you tend to freeze. |
| Job search | A 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. |
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)
- Which body issued your credential, and can I check it there? (credential listed)
- Who do you usually work with, and how long does a typical engagement last? (always worth asking)
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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