Hampton Roads Resume Help, Built by People Who Speak Military
Veteran-owned and based at 780 Lynnhaven Pkwy in Virginia Beach. We turn Navy, military, federal, and contractor experience into resumes that get interviews. Meet us at the office or work with us fully online. Call 1-757-384-3016. Resumes start at $209.
92% interview rate
Within 45 days
110,000+ clients
Served since 2014
17 former federal hiring managers
On our team
SDVOSB Veteran-Owned
65% veteran staff
Built for Hampton Roads
Navy, military, federal, contractor, or corporate. Pick the path that fits where you are and where you're headed in Tidewater.
Serving Hampton Roads
Hampton Roads is the most military-dense region in the country. The world's largest naval base sits in Norfolk, and roughly 100,000 active-duty personnel are stationed across the region's bases. Every year thousands of service members separate or retire here, and thousands of military spouses and DoD civilians are looking for their next role. We get it because we are part of it. We are veteran-owned, based in Virginia Beach, and we speak military.
We speak Navy and military
We translate your experience for the civilian and corporate world, from Naval Station Norfolk to NAS Oceana to JEB Little Creek.
Federal resumes done right
Built to current OPM rules for the region's large federal and DoD civilian workforce.
Clearance and defense roles
We position clearance and defense experience for shipbuilding, contractor, and Newport News Shipbuilding roles.
Military spouse careers
We turn frequent PCS moves and career gaps into a story of adaptability, not instability.
Civilian-style interview prep
We coach the interview that trips up many transitioning service members.
All across Tidewater
Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Newport News, Hampton, Portsmouth, and Suffolk, in person or remotely.
Virginia Beach, VA
780 Lynnhaven Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
1-757-384-3016
In person at our Lynnhaven Parkway office, or remotely across Tidewater.
Book Your Free Career ReviewHow it works
From the moment you order to the day you get hired.
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Pick your service
Choose the package built for your situation, or take the quick finder quiz. Checkout in minutes.
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We research and write
Your subject-matter expert, certified writer, and former hiring manager build your package from scratch. 100% human-written.
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You review and retarget
First draft in 3 business days, with a 24-hour rush option (+30%). Your writer keeps retargeting your resume for new postings through your package's retargeting window.
- First draft in 2 to 5 business days
- 24-hour rush available (+30%)
- Retargeting window of 15 to 60 days by package
Why ResumeYourWay
What you get that you will not get anywhere else.
Real stories from real professionals
From screened out to interviews within 45 days. These are real clients, in their words.
I had no idea what a civilian resume should look like. From the moment we spoke, Maryam completely understood my concerns and showed me how to translate my leadership roles and project management skills into language that resonates with corporate employers. I now feel confident in my job search and excited for the future.
I am in the process of job hunting after being in the military for over 20 years. The process of resume writing can be daunting, but with the help of Maryam and her team, I have a much better understanding of the process and a high quality resume. The team are very responsive and will ensure that you have a resume that will have employers seeking you.
I have been consistently impressed by her organization's dedication, professionalism, and expertise in resume writing and career coaching. Her attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work are truly commendable. I highly recommend ResumeYourWay to anyone seeking expert resume writing services or career guidance.
Maryam and team did a great job building me a federal resume. I enjoyed working with them throughout the whole process. They were very responsive and knowledgeable on how to format my resume.
This resume service was amazing. They made my resume look professional and truly highlight my strengths. The process was easy with such great service. Really impressed and highly recommend.
Excellent work that far exceeded my expectations. Although I had already written a strong resume, Jessica and the Resumeway team were able to not only listen to what I had to say but improve upon it in ways I simply hadn't thought of.
Questions, answered
How do I know which service I need?
Take the 2-minute finder quiz on this page, or book a free 15-minute career review. We point you to the exact service built for your situation, whether that is a corporate resume, a federal package, a military transition, LinkedIn, or full job-search help.
What makes ResumeYourWay different?
Every resume is 100% human-written by a certified writer who knows your field, then reviewed by a subject-matter expert and a former hiring manager. No AI, no templates, no outsourcing. We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and we have researched over 110,000 careers since 2014.
Do you write for my industry and career level?
Yes. From early-career to the C-suite, across private sector, federal, military, and academia. Your writer is matched to your field, so the language reflects how hiring managers in your world actually read resumes.
What do you need from me to get started?
Your current resume if you have one, the kind of roles you are targeting, and any postings you are interested in. The more you send, the better. You can never send us too much.
Can you tell me if I am a fit for a specific job posting?
Yes. Send us the announcement and we read it against your background, then tell you straight whether you would be competitive before you invest in tailoring for it.
Is it really 100% human-written?
Yes. No AI, no templates, no outsourcing. A certified writer, a subject-matter expert in your field, and a former hiring manager build your package.
How fast will I get my first draft?
Three business days. A 24-hour rush is available if you are on a deadline.
Who actually writes my resume?
A certified writer matched to your field, backed by a subject-matter expert and a former hiring manager. You talk to the writer doing your work, not an account manager.
What if I want changes?
Your writer revises until you're happy with your final copy. That's always included. Retargeting is separate: through your package's retargeting window, we re-tailor your resume for each new posting, pulling from your Master Resume so every update is fast and accurate.
Will it get through ATS?
Yes. Every resume is built ATS-safe and keyword-targeted for the exact roles you are going after.
Are federal resumes really only 2 pages?
Yes. Federal submissions are capped at 2 pages under the OPM mandate enforced since September 27, 2025. Going over can get you disqualified, not just screened out. You also receive a full Master Resume as a separate lifetime document.
What is the difference between a federal and a civilian resume?
A federal resume follows strict USAJOBS and OPM rules and is capped at 2 pages. A private-sector resume is a tighter marketing document built around quantified impact. If you are moving between the two, we rebuild from the ground up, not just reformat.
Do you handle SES and ECQs?
Yes. SES changed in 2025. Your application is now a 2-page resume that shows the five current Executive Core Qualifications, plus a structured interview with the Qualifications Review Board. We build the resume and coach your ECQ stories, to current OPM standards.
I am leaving the military. Can you translate my experience?
Yes. We translate your Navy rating, MOS, and military roles into private-sector language that recruiters recognize, and frame your leadership scope the way civilian employers read it.
Do you keep up with current federal hiring rules?
Always. We check agency requirements, GS-level requirements, and OPM's most up-to-date guidelines so every resume we deliver is in 100% compliance at the time it is written.
How much does it cost?
Each service has its own flat price, listed on the service cards above. Corporate resumes start at $209. No hourly fees, no surprises.
How does your pricing compare to other services?
We are not the cheapest, and we are upfront about that. You are paying for a certified writer and a subject-matter expert in your field, not a template or an offshore rewrite. Most clients come to us after a cheaper service did not get them interviews.
What results can I expect?
92% of our clients land an interview within 45 days, 93% are hired within 8 weeks, and the average client sees a 22% salary increase. Your resume is built to get you in the room.
What is the Master Resume, and why do I get one?
It is your full career in one source-of-truth document. Your writer pulls from it every time you retarget for a new posting, so you never start from scratch, and you keep it for life.
What if I am not happy with my resume?
Tell your writer. Revisions are included until your resume reflects you, and your package's retargeting window covers re-tailoring for new postings after delivery. We measure success by you getting hired, not by us sending a file.
Your next move starts with a resume that speaks military.
Veteran-owned and based in Virginia Beach. We turn Navy, military, federal, and contractor experience into interviews.
No AI. No templates. Veteran-owned.