Expert resume writing & career strategy
Land the job you actually want, not the one you settle for
I am Ryan MacArthur, one of the leading resume writers, career coaches, and job search strategists anywhere. I know exactly why your application gets skipped in eight seconds, and I fix it. Free 30-minute consult, honest advice, clear pricing.
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99% of my clients secure interviews within 6 months · 3,000+ professionals supported · USA, UK, EU, KSA, and worldwide
Six-month interview guarantee
If you are applying and hearing nothing, something specific is broken
Sometimes it is your positioning. Sometimes it is your approach, your targeting, a lack of clear direction, or the motivation that drains away after months of silence. I diagnose which one it actually is, then fix it. Every one of those is solvable, and they are the problems I solve every day.
- • Hundreds of applications, almost no replies
- • Interviews that never convert into offers
- • A resume that reads like a job description, not evidence
- • A LinkedIn profile recruiters cannot find
- • No clear direction, and the motivation to keep going has gone
- • No idea which roles you are genuinely competitive for
The Canary method
Three steps, in this order
01
Clarity
I start with you, not the paperwork: what you can do, what you actually want next, and what the market will pay for it.
02
Positioning
Your resume, LinkedIn and story rebuilt around that answer, so applications land with recruiters and hiring managers.
03
Momentum
Structured weekly action, coaching, interview practice and accountability, until the offer is on the table.
Choose your package
Every service is available on its own or bundled into a package. Buy online and I start today, or book a 30-minute intro call first, whichever you prefer.
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Job Hunter
Get your application materials interview-ready.
$380
One-off payment
- Full resume rewrite
- Tailored cover letter
- LinkedIn profile optimization
- ATS keyword alignment
- Unlimited revisions
Job Hunter Pro
Materials plus the interview coaching to convert them.
$480
Or 3 × $175
- Everything in Job Hunter
- 60-minute interview preparation session
- Hiring-side feedback on your answers
- Salary negotiation briefing
- Unlimited revisions
Career Transformation
End-to-end support for a career change or step up.
$1,100
Or 3 × $380
- Baseline resume plus three targeted versions
- Baseline cover letter plus three targeted versions
- LinkedIn profile content
- Five 1-to-1 coaching sessions
- In-depth market research, network mapping and a job search roadmap
- Interview guarantee
- Unlimited revisions
Graduate Launch Pad
Six months of support for a graduate's first job search.
$1,500
Or 3 × $515
- Baseline resume plus three targeted versions
- Baseline cover letter plus three targeted versions
- LinkedIn profile content
- Eight 1-to-1 coaching sessions
- Check-ins every two weeks for six months
- Monthly parent update with consent
- Interview guarantee
- Unlimited revisions
Canary Application Engine
Be one of the first applicants, every time.
Many employers start reviewing applications the day a role goes live, and some shortlist before the posting closes. The Canary Application Engine applies for jobs on your behalf, usually within moments of them going live, so you're in front of the hiring team before the pile builds up.
$675 for the first three months, then $250 a month
Available as an add-on to any Canary package.
How it works
- 1. Tell us what you want. Roles, locations, salary and the companies you'd rather avoid.
- 2. We apply for you. Every application goes out with the documents we wrote together.
- 3. Track it yourself. Your own login shows every application sent and every interview request as it arrives.
Why it works: You focus on networking, preparation and interviews. The volume takes care of itself.
The Application Engine speeds up your search but can't guarantee results on its own. Interview guarantees apply to Career Transformation and Graduate Launch Pad only.
What clients say
Recommendations from professionals I have worked with, as written on LinkedIn.
I was impressed with Ryan from our very first meeting. It is refreshing to speak with someone who genuinely listens, is passionate about what he does, and consistently responds with professionalism and urgency. He takes the time to understand your background, what motivates you, and where you want to go in your career. From the beginning, he was fully invested in my success. The first draft of my resume was outstanding. It not only highlighted my accomplishments in a way I had never seen before, but it also helped me recognize the value and experience I bring to the table. His advice is direct, honest, and practical. He helped me better understand the job market and provided valuable guidance on how to position myself for future opportunities. I highly recommend Ryan to anyone looking for a dedicated professional who genuinely cares about helping others achieve their career goals.
Brad
Customer Success Manager
LinkedIn recommendation
I had the pleasure of working with Ryan over the past six months. He has helped me craft my resume to seek opportunities that more closely match my skills. Not to mention, he is an excellent coach who has encouraged me to find my voice, which has helped me to make a real difference in my current role and helped me to recognize other roles where my skills would be a perfect match. Ryan's approach has made my new job search less daunting because he has the secret sauce to success. Ryan, thank you for everything!
Latasha
Customer Experience Manager
LinkedIn recommendation
I could not recommend Ryan more to anyone for career coaching. His service to revamp my resume, prepare for interview, and in general navigate the job market is outstanding. He made a genuine commitment to understand my experience and achievements, and transformed them into a resume that truly reflected my strengths, in a format that fits ATS. His advice on interviews and my LinkedIn profile has made a great impact on me too. Last but not least, he checks in with me and genuinely cheers for me after I landed one, with the help of his service.
Peach
Head of Business Intelligence
LinkedIn recommendation
A professional colleague referred me to Ryan and I've utilized his resume writing services twice over the past two years. Both times Ryan has delivered top-notch resumes and LinkedIn content which highlight my skills and experience. Ryan takes the angst out of doing resume updates because of his eloquence, ability to use appropriate vocabulary to attract potential employers, and his willingness to dialogue with clients throughout the process. I've recommended Ryan to friends and family members and we are unanimous in endorsing Ryan.
Paulette
Health Policy Consultant
LinkedIn recommendation
After 20 years, navigating a major career transformation, including a country move, would have been incredibly difficult without Ryan's support. He was always available, always present. He didn't just guide me through tasks, he truly invested in my learning. Career transitions can feel lonely. With the right person beside you, they become empowering. Grateful for this journey, Ryan. Thank you.
Selen
Director of Strategic Partnerships & Global Impact
LinkedIn recommendation
Ryan is a fantastic career coach and mentor. He has a real talent for helping people see their strengths more clearly and position themselves for the next step in their journey. His guidance is practical, supportive, and always on point. I've seen firsthand how much value he brings, not only for myself but also for friends and colleagues I've referred to him. Ryan genuinely cares about the people he works with and is dedicated to helping them succeed. I'm grateful for his support and highly recommend him to anyone looking for career guidance.
Michael
Senior Manager of Infrastructure
LinkedIn recommendation
Ryan was a huge help and support to me when I was preparing an updated resume as part of my new job search. He was a pleasure to work with and super professional and personable. I would highly recommend investing in someone like Ryan if you are navigating the job market and to get started with your resume and some coaching. Thanks so much Ryan!
Linda
Lead Account Director
LinkedIn recommendation
For employers
Going through a restructure? Canary Career Bridge supports your leavers
Outplacement for one to fifty people: coaching, resume and LinkedIn rewrites, market intelligence and job search automation, delivered virtually or on site.
Outplacement and career partners
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Questions, answered
- How does the 30-minute intro call work?
- It is a 30-minute one-to-one call. I look at where your search is stalling, tell you what to fix first, and recommend a service or package only if it genuinely helps. There is no obligation.
- Who writes my resume?
- I do, personally. Ryan MacArthur, one of the leading resume writers, career coaches, and job search strategists anywhere, with over a decade spent on the hiring side, not a generalist copywriter. Everything is written to pass applicant tracking systems and hold a human recruiter's attention.
- Do you use AI to write my documents?
- No. I use AI to structure the resume, through a custom built tool proprietary to Canary Careers, and for research and back office efficiency. The words come from me. Every line of your resume, LinkedIn profile and cover letters is written by me, in human, authentic language that sounds like you.
- Do you work with clients outside the UK?
- Yes. I work with professionals across the UK, US and internationally, and prices are shown in GBP or USD.
- Can I buy a single service instead of a package?
- Yes. Every service is available on its own or bundled into a package: resume writing, cover letters, LinkedIn optimization, coaching and interview preparation.
- Do you help companies going through a restructure?
- Yes. Through Canary Career Bridge I deliver outplacement for one to fifty leavers, including coaching, materials and market intelligence.
- What is your interview guarantee?
- I guarantee we will get you interviews within six months, or I will start the project from scratch. The guarantee is built into the work: clear positioning, a resume that passes systems and people, and a structured search plan you actually follow.
- What if I have been out of work for a while and cannot afford this?
- Tell me. I regularly build bespoke, reduced-scope packages for people who have been unemployed for a long stretch, so cost is not the thing that keeps you there.
One conversation could change your search
Thirty minutes, free, no pitch you did not ask for. Bring your resume and your frustration.
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