Amy Marshall
Accounting Operations | Cost Accountant | Procure-to-Pay
My resume turned out excellent and Mark was very easy to work with and very timely!
// What VANTAGE-7 Actually Scores
Most resume tools score the wrong things. We score what actually gets interviews.
VANTAGE-7 measures seven signals recruiters and hiring managers use when deciding who gets a screen.
Narrative
Does the resume tell a coherent seniority story?
Impact quantificationAre outcomes specific enough to prove value?
Leadership architectureCan a reader see scope, ownership, and decisions?
Career trajectoryDoes the target role feel like the next logical step?
Executive presenceDoes the language sound like the level you want?
ATS vs human balanceDoes it parse cleanly without sounding robotic?
Interview predictorDoes it create the right follow-up questions?
// Clients Hired At
Google
Amazon
Microsoft
Apple
Meta
Salesforce
Netflix
Stripe
Deloitte
JPMorgan
McKinsey
LinkedInGoogleAmazonMicrosoftAppleMetaSalesforceNetflixStripeDeloitteJPMorganMcKinseyLinkedIn// Specific ATS Systems
Optimize for your specific ATS platform.
// The Problem
ATS doesn't care how qualified you are.
Applicant Tracking Systems filter resumes by rules, not merit. If your formatting, keywords, or structure don't match exactly what the ATS expects — you're invisible. It doesn't matter how good you are.
Rejected by software
Most companies auto-filter resumes before a human ever sees them. 75% get rejected before anyone reads them — even if you're qualified.
75% of qualified candidates are eliminated before a recruiter sees their resume.
Keyword invisibility
ATS hunts for keywords. No match? Score tanks — even perfect fits get ignored. Average unoptimized score: under 35/100.
The average ATS score for unoptimized resumes is below 35 out of 100.
Format failures
Tables, fancy fonts, headers — they break ATS parsers. 1 in 3 resumes fail just from bad formatting.
1 in 3 resumes contain format issues that cause ATS parsing failures.
Mark McGrail, CPRW · CERW · CDCS · CIC
Founder & Lead Resume Strategist at KINETK. Mark is a Certified Professional Resume Writer, Certified Executive Resume Writer, Certified Digital Career Strategist, and Certified Interview Coach.
Get your rewrite from $249
// How It Works
Stop guessing why your resume is being rejected.
The path is simple: diagnose the weak vectors, understand what is blocking interviews, then let KINETK rebuild the resume around the target role.
01
Run the Free VANTAGE-7 Scan
Upload your resume and get a seven-vector read on ATS parsing, keywords, proof density, structure, role fit, platform risk, and interview routing.
30 seconds02
Get Your Exact Diagnosis
See which specific weaknesses are blocking ATS systems and hiring managers. No generic advice, no vague resume tips.
Specific weak vectors03
KINETK Fixes It
KINETK turns that diagnosis into strategy, proof, and wording that wins interviews. Delivered in 24 hours or less.
24-hour human rewrite// Real Transformations
From 22 → 90 ATS Score.
Real client documents. Personal info blurred. See exactly what our writers change — and why it works.
Before KINETK
ATS: 22/100
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+68
ATS pts
✓ 24-hr
turnaround
turnaround
After KINETK
ATS: 90/100
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// Verified LinkedIn Reviews
Real reviews. Real faces. Real LinkedIn identities.
This is the proof competitors do not have: actual people, actual headshots, actual review language, and a direct path back to each person—s LinkedIn profile. We rebuilt the presentation so it feels native to KINETK, not like a screenshot wall.
Verified Social Proof
Every review links back to a real LinkedIn profile.
These are real people, real roles, and real public recommendations from clients who used KINETK.
These are real people, real roles, and real public recommendations from clients who used KINETK.
Julia Fox
Accounting Graduate | Financial Analysis | Data Analytics
Mark was very detailed, responsive, and helpful. I highly recommend sending him a message to help with your resume!
Brian Chaps
Enterprise Account Executive | CPG, Retail, Foodservice Data
Mark is always available to chat and delivers great interview preparation knowledge and tips prior to your next meeting with hiring managers.
Corina Totman
MS Biotechnology Candidate | Cell Culture | Environmental Monitoring
He distilled a large amount of information into clear impact points, communicated consistently, and delivered everything incredibly quickly.
Use the same proof stack before you decide what to do next.
Run your free VANTAGE-7 ATS score first, schedule a free KINETK diagnostic if you want a human read, or chat with KINETK directly if you do not want to wait.
The 60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
Not satisfied with your results within 60 days? We’ll rewrite your resume at no extra cost. No tracking required, no hoops to jump through, just reach out and we’ll make it right.
✓ Full Rewrite Guarantee
✓ 24-Hour Delivery
✓ Bank-Level Encryption
✓ Never Sold or Shared
// Packages
One price. No subscriptions.
No recurring fees. Ever.
All packages include 24-hour delivery. Unlike SaaS resume tools that charge monthly forever, you pay once and own your results.
Specialist
$
249
AI-optimized and human-written. A certified resume writer personally rewrites your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn headline — all aligned to your target role.
24-Hour Delivery
- ✓ Full ATS Resume Rewrite
- ✓ LinkedIn Headline + Summary Rewrite
- ✓ Keyword Optimization (3 Target Roles)
- ✓ ATS Format Compliance Check
- ✓ Custom Cover Letter
- ✓ Editable Word + PDF Delivered
- ✓ Unlimited Revisions (30 days)
- ✓ 30-Day Support Window
- — Interview Prep
- — Salary Negotiation Scripts
Get Started →
60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Most Popular
Executive
$
299
Our most complete human-led package. A dedicated writer handles your full profile — resume, LinkedIn, cover letter, interview prep, and salary scripts.
24-Hour Delivery
- ✓ Full ATS Resume Rewrite
- ✓ Full LinkedIn Profile Optimization
- ✓ Keyword Optimization (Unlimited Roles)
- ✓ ATS Format Compliance Check
- ✓ Custom Cover Letter
- ✓ Editable Word + PDF Delivered
- ✓ Unlimited Revisions (60 days)
- ✓ 30-Day Support Window
- ✓ 20+ Interview Prep Q&A (STAR Format)
- ✓ Salary Negotiation Scripts
Get Started →
60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Partner
$
349
A dedicated human writer on call for life. Every new role, every career move, your writer is there to rebuild, refine, and prep you for the room.
24-Hour Delivery
- ✓ Full ATS Resume Rewrite
- ✓ Full LinkedIn Profile Optimization
- ✓ Keyword Optimization (Unlimited Roles)
- ✓ ATS Format Compliance Check
- ✓ Custom Cover Letter
- ✓ Editable Word + PDF Delivered
- ✓ Unlimited Revisions — For Life
- ✓ Lifetime Support Window
- ✓ Full Interview Prep — Every Role, For Life
- ✓ Salary Negotiation Scripts
Get Started →
60-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
// add-ons //
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8-Hour Rush Delivery
8-hour guaranteed turnaround — added to any package
2-Hour Rush Delivery
2-hour guaranteed turnaround — for when you need it today
In-Person Interview Prep
We fly to you next-day and prep until you're ready — 24hr session limit
// For Founders & Executives
Positioning for VCs, board rooms, and frontier AI labs.
Not a job seeker package. Built for founders, operators, and C-suite leaders who need a positioning thesis, VC bio doc, and dual-audience narrative.
VC Bio Doc
Board Narrative
Founder Positioning
// KINETK vs. The Competition
Chicago ATS Resume Writing that actually works.
| Feature | KINETK | TopResume | ZipJob | ResumeSpice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $249 one-time | $179 | $139 | $439 |
| Turnaround Time | 24 hours | 3-5 days | 3-5 days | 5-7 days |
| AI + Human Review | ✓ Both | AI only | AI only | Human only |
| Custom Cover Letter | ✓ Included | + Extra cost | + Extra cost | — |
| Interview Guarantee | ✓ 60-day | ✓ 60-day | ✓ 60-day | — |
| LinkedIn Optimization | ✓ Included | + Extra cost | Basic only | — |
| Revisions | Unlimited (30 days) | Limited | Limited | Limited |
| ATS Systems Covered | 15+ major systems | Limited | Limited | Manual review |
Want interview prep + salary scripts? Executive ($299) has you covered — or go all-in with Partner ($349) for lifetime support.
// FAQ
Everything you need to know.
How long does resume optimization take?
Standard delivery is 24 hours from submission. Need it faster? 8-hour rush is available for +$99, or 2-hour rush for +$199 — just mention it when you reach out.
What ATS systems does VANTAGE-7 optimize for?
VANTAGE-7 is trained on 15+ major ATS platforms including Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, Taleo, and BrassRing — covering the systems used by over 90% of Fortune 500 companies.
What's the 60-day satisfaction guarantee?
If you're not satisfied with your resume within 60 days of delivery, we'll rewrite it at no extra cost. Just reach out — no tracking, no proof required, no forms to fill. We stand behind every resume we deliver.
Is my resume and personal data kept confidential?
Absolutely. We use bank-level encryption for all file transfers. Your resume and personal information are never shared, sold, or used beyond your project — ever.
Do you offer support after delivery?
Yes. Specialist and Executive packages include a 30-day support window for adjustments. The Partner package includes lifetime support — come back any time you're making a career move.
What's different about KINETK vs. other services?
Speed (24hrs vs. 5-7 days), AI + human review (not just one or the other), and coverage across 15+ ATS systems. Most competitors don't tell you what systems they target — VANTAGE-7 is built on real ATS scoring data, not templates.
Can you optimize a resume for a career change?
Yes — career transitions are one of our most common use cases. VANTAGE-7 identifies transferable skills, reframes your experience for the target industry, and ensures your keyword profile matches your new direction.
What do I get delivered?
You receive an editable Word file and a formatted PDF, optimized for both ATS parsing and human readability. Executive and Partner packages also include your LinkedIn optimization copy delivered as a separate document.
// Not Ready to Commit?
Get an honest look
at your resume — free.
Send us your resume and we'll give you specific, actionable feedback within 24 hours. No sales pitch. No pressure. Just a real assessment of where you stand and what needs to change.
✓ Specific feedback, not generic advice
✓ Real reply from a real person within 24 hours
✓ 100% private — never shared or sold
✓ No obligation to purchase anything
Prefer instant results? Try our free ATS resume checker — get your VANTAGE-7 score in 30 seconds, no email required. Or go straight to our resume rewrite service from $249. See the full 2026 ATS job search toolkit for guides, checklists, and tools.
// Next Step
Already beat ATS?
Let's prep for the interview.
Upload your resume and the job description. Get a personalized interview battle plan with company intel, Q&A scripts, gap handlers, and talking points — same format we use for $249+ clients.
Start Free Interview Prep →// Career Resources
Resume & job market intel.
ATS
Guide
Guide
Featured · ATS Guide
How to Beat Workday ATS in 2026 (Exact Keywords + Formatting Rules)
Workday powers ATS for 60%+ of Fortune 500 companies — and most resumes fail it for reasons that have nothing to do with qualifications. Here's exactly what VANTAGE-7 catches every time.
Read the full guideVS
VANTAGE-7 vs Jobscan 2026: Which Free ATS Checker Actually Gets You Interviews?
Head-to-head on the same resume. VANTAGE-7's 15-platform ATS simulation vs Jobscan's keyword matching — which one actually moves the needle on callbacks?
Read MoreFIX
How to Fix a Low ATS Score in 2026 (Even If You've Tried Everything)
Keyword stuffing, template switches, and PDF tricks don't work. Here are the 5 structural fixes that actually move a resume from the 30s to 85+.
Read MoreREWRITE
ATS Resume Optimization Guide: Turn a 31% Score into 89% in 48 Hours
Real before/after examples across product management, engineering, and finance. The exact 7-step process KINETK uses to fix any resume scoring below 65%.
Read MoreSCORE
Free ATS Resume Checker 2026: How VANTAGE-7 Beats Workday, Greenhouse & Lever
What separates a real ATS checker from a keyword counter. VANTAGE-7 scores against 15+ platforms — here's what a 75+ score actually means for your callback rate.
Read MoreCOMPARE
Resume Rewrite Service vs Free Tools: Why 94% Interview Rate Beats Jobscan or Teal
Honest breakdown: when free tools are enough vs. when you need a professional rewrite. Includes full feature comparison and breakeven cost analysis.
Read MoreGREENHOUSE
Greenhouse ATS Resume Tips That Actually Work (Tested on 1,200+ Resumes)
Greenhouse uses a different scoring model than Workday. Most "ATS tips" online miss this entirely. We ran 1,200+ resumes through it — here's what moved the needle.
Read MoreBREAKDOWN
Free ATS Score Checker: Why 75% of Resumes Still Fail in 2026
We analyzed 3,000 resumes submitted through our free checker. Here's the exact breakdown of why the majority still score under 50 — and the fastest fixes.
Read MoreBEFORE
AFTER
AFTER
Career Change Resume Examples That Passed ATS (Before & After)
Switching industries is hard. Getting your resume past ATS when you're changing careers is harder. These real before/after examples show exactly how we do it.
Read MoreLEVER
Lever ATS Resume Guide — The 7 Fixes Recruiters Wish You Knew
Lever is the ATS behind hundreds of fast-growing startups. It parses resumes differently than enterprise systems — these 7 fixes cover 90% of the rejections we see.
Read MoreMISTAKES
iCIMS & Taleo Resume Mistakes That Get You Auto-Rejected
iCIMS and Taleo together power over 30% of enterprise ATS. They're also the most unforgiving for formatting. These are the specific mistakes that trigger instant rejection.
Read MoreKEYWORDS
Best Resume Keywords for 2026 Job Titles — Marketing, Sales, Tech, Finance
ATS ranks resumes by keyword match against job descriptions. These are the highest-weight keywords by industry for 2026, pulled from 10,000+ active job postings.
Read MoreGAPS
How to Write a Resume When You Have Employment Gaps (ATS-Friendly)
Employment gaps don't disqualify you — but how you format them can. Here's the ATS-safe approach to presenting gaps so the algorithm doesn't drop you before a human ever reads your name.
Read MoreMARKET
Job Market Trends 2026: What AI, Layoffs, and Remote Work Mean for Your Resume
The 2026 job market is unlike any before it. AI screening is faster, human review windows are shorter, and competition is global. Here's what that means for how you present yourself on paper.
Read More
// Your Move
Your resume is either
Your resume is either
working for you — or against you.
Find out in 30 seconds. No email. No commitment. Just the truth about where your resume stands.
94% interview rate — 24-hour delivery — 60-day guarantee