Shedrack Samson
Resume Writer and Career Consultant
Charlotte,North Carolina
Summary
High-impact Resume & LinkedIn profile writing for senior leaders and executives who need their experience positioned with clarity, authority, and market relevance. At this level, it’s not about listing responsibilities it’s about communicating leadership, scope, and measurable impact in a way that resonates with decision-makers.
Many accomplished professionals reach a point where their experience is strong, but the narrative doesn’t fully reflect it. Career paths can appear fragmented despite clear progression, and translating years of leadership into a concise, compelling story becomes difficult especially when time is limited and the stakes are high.
I specialize in repositioning senior professionals into clear, cohesive, and investment-grade profiles that align with executive-level mandates. Through a focused, high-touch process, I extract the depth of your experience and translate it into a narrative that reflects your true level without worksheets, delays, or unnecessary friction.
The outcome is a profile built for traction. My work is designed to generate interview momentum quickly, while ensuring you are positioned with confidence in competitive, senior-level processes. This is about ensuring the market sees you as you operate and responds accordingly.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Resume & Career Storyteller
United Apex Careers
Remote
02.2025 - Current
- At this point I believe I've written a resume (and a LinkedIn!) for every field except perhaps Rocket Science and have acquired the tools to tell your story in a persuasive way that is strategically branded and keyword-rich.
- I'll also share with you critical strategies for networking to get your documents in front of the right people in the right way.
- Most importantly, 99.4% of my clients have landed interviews in 60 days.
- I also hold other career coaching and resume writing certifications.
- MY CLIENTS: CEOs, CIOs, CXOs, CFOs, COOs, Technology Executives, Operations Executives, Sales Executives, Marketing Executives, Engineering Executives, Product Management Executives, Non Profit Executives, HR Executives, Finance Executives, Educational Leaders, Retail Executives, CPG Executive Resumes.
- I've shared my writing and job search insights with readers of: Job-Hunt.org, Forbes, Ivy Exec, The Ladders, Business2Community, Career Sidekick, Career Metis, Career Igniter, LinkedIn Pulse and MedReps.
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Job-Hunt.org
06.2018 - 01.2021
- I wrote monthly articles dealing with career change for readers of JobHunt.org.
- Link to author page: https://www.job-hunt.org/career-change/careerchange-expert.shtml
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Career Sidekick
08.2016 - 06.2018
- I contributed monthly articles on a variety of topics, including job search strategies, resume writing and LinkedIn best practices.
Official Member - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Forbes Coaches Council
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Contributed articles and insight around career change and job search strategies.
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
MedReps
06.2015 - 01.2021
- I contributed monthly articles on a variety of topics, including job search strategies, resume writing and LinkedIn best practices.
Host
Resume Storyteller Podcast with Virginia Franco
01.2017 - 01.2023
- My award-winning Resume Storyteller Podcast brings you interviews with industry experts & regular folks who tested the job search waters and succeeded, and strategies to tell your story and land you job interviews.
- The Resume Storyteller podcast earned recognition as a Career Directors International 2018 Career Innovator Winner.
- I was honored to be recognized as a Top Career Podcast by JobScan and Mac's List in 2021 and 2022.
- Virginiafrancoresumes.com/resume-storyteller/
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Thrive Global
01.2019 - 12.2019
- I contributed career advice content from resume writing best practices to personal branding on LinkedIn.
- Link to author page: https://thriveglobal.com/authors/virginia-franco/
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Ivy Exec
01.2014 - 06.2019
- Authored monthly articles providing career advice and insight related to job search, resume and career marketing collateral best practices.
- Link to Author Page: https://www.ivyexec.com/career-advice/author/virginiafranco/
Senior Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer
Resume Writing Contractor
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Crafted hundreds of executive resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and supportive career documents.
- Generated repeat referrals and client accolades for clients from entry level to senior executives of RiseSmart, The Ladders, Career Builder, The Resume Sage, Springboard Careers and Great Resumes Fast.
- Worked under '60-Day Interview Guarantee' time frame with 100% success.
- Regarded as go-to resume writer for C-level and Senior Executive clients and pilot projects.
SEO Web and Print Freelance Writer
SEO Websites and Print Publications
03.2011 - 01.2014
- Travel, Healthcare, Medical, DIY, Parenting, & Education SEO and research-based writing published weekly.
- - Travel articles for USA Today, Hotels.com, Trails.com & Travel.com.
- - Video travel scripts for several major metropolitan Convention and Visitor Bureaus; Medical, Healthcare and Parenting articles for Livestrong.com.
- - Education articles for Walden University and Charlotte-based print publication My School Rocks.
- - Research-based features articles, informational summaries and news stories for The Union County Weekly, Overstock.com, eHow.com and Wisegeek.com.
- - B2B Website Copywriting: Assist enterprises expand and enhance their Internet footprint with strategic SEO and keyword-laden copy.
Career Management Content Writer
Freelance
06.2010 - 09.2012
- In-depth articles related to career management for shipping, SCM & logistics audiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Journalism and Sociology
University of Richmond
Master of Social Work - MSW - Social Work; Health Care and Maternal Child Health
University of Maryland
Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW) - undefined
National Association of Resume Writers
Master Resume Writer (MRW) - undefined
Career Thought Leaders
Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) - undefined
Professional Association of Resume Writers
Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP) - undefined
Professional Association of Resume Writers
Skills
- Resume Writing
- Certified Professional Resume Writer
- Linked In Profiles
Certification
- Master Resume Writing Class
- CLevel Resume Writing
- Technology Resume Writing
- Career Change Resume Writing
- Cover Letters & Thank You Notes
- LinkedIn Profile Writing
- Certified Employment Interview Coach (CEIP)
- Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)
- NCOPE - Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert
- Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW)
Languages
English
Spanish
Professional Associations
- National Association of Resume Writers, Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW)
- Career Thought Leaders, Master Resume Writer (MRW)
- Professional Association of Resume Writers, Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP)
Timeline
Executive Resume & Career Storyteller
United Apex Careers
02.2025 - Current
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Thrive Global
01.2019 - 12.2019
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Job-Hunt.org
06.2018 - 01.2021
Host
Resume Storyteller Podcast with Virginia Franco
01.2017 - 01.2023
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Career Sidekick
08.2016 - 06.2018
Official Member - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Forbes Coaches Council
06.2016 - 06.2018
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
MedReps
06.2015 - 01.2021
Contributing Writer - Resumes, LinkedIn and Job Search Guidance
Ivy Exec
01.2014 - 06.2019
SEO Web and Print Freelance Writer
SEO Websites and Print Publications
03.2011 - 01.2014
Senior Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer
Resume Writing Contractor
09.2010 - 06.2014
Career Management Content Writer
Freelance
06.2010 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Arts - BA - Journalism and Sociology
University of Richmond
Master of Social Work - MSW - Social Work; Health Care and Maternal Child Health
University of Maryland
Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW) - undefined
National Association of Resume Writers
Master Resume Writer (MRW) - undefined
Career Thought Leaders
Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) - undefined
Professional Association of Resume Writers
Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP) - undefined
Professional Association of Resume Writers