PurpleCV

PurpleCV provides tailored CV writing, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles and one-to-one coaching.

Quick overview

Its CV options cover different career stages and niche professions, with an optional job alerts service available when a CV is ordered.

CVs are written from scratch without templates, and an existing CV can be uploaded during the order process.
Cover letters can be tailored to a specific job or written as speculative letters.
Coaching topics include interviews, job searches, career changes, leadership and executive roles.
Coaching sessions are offered in lengths of 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
The website has a searchable blog covering CV writing, interviews, cover letters and career topics.

Introduction

PurpleCV provides tailored CV writing, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles and one-to-one coaching. It also offers an optional job alerts service with a CV order.

The CV writing options cover different career stages and niche professions. Coaching covers topics including interviews, career changes, leadership and job searches.

What PurpleCV offers

CVs are written from scratch without templates. A CV can be ordered on its own or in a combination with a cover letter and LinkedIn profile. Printed CV copies are also available as an add-on.

A dedicated writer is assigned to each CV order. The writer may get in touch to discuss the information needed for the CV.

Product and service categories

CV writing

CV options include early career, next step and advanced career levels, alongside an option for niche professions. The career-stage choices are described by years of experience: up to three, three to ten, and over ten respectively. An existing CV can be uploaded during the order process for the writer to review before rewriting it.

Cover letters and LinkedIn profiles

Cover letters can be tailored to a specific job or written as speculative letters. PurpleCV also offers LinkedIn profile writing. These can be ordered with a CV, including in a combination that contains all three.

Interview and job search coaching

One-to-one interview coaching covers strategy tips and mock interview questions. Job search coaching covers finding and targeting opportunities. General advice and coaching is also available for a specific challenge.

Career coaching

Career discovery coaching covers strengths, interests and career paths. Career development coaching covers goals and continuing development, while career change coaching addresses career transitions. Coaching is offered in sessions of 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.

Leadership and executive coaching

Team leadership coaching covers leadership skills and collaboration. Executive coaching covers management skills and strategic thinking. Both are part of the one-to-one coaching service.

Browse the full range on the PurpleCV website.

More Info

Using the website

The website has a blog with a search feature and articles on CV writing, cover letters, interviews and job searches. Other topics include graduates, internships, career changes, CV structure and interview questions.

During a CV order, an existing CV can be uploaded. PurpleCV also offers live chat with a CV consultant.

Notable features

PurpleCV writes CVs to reflect the information and requirements provided. Its cover letter service offers a choice between a letter tailored to a specific job and a speculative letter.

The optional job alerts service is available with a CV order. Alerts are tailored to the recipient’s industry and desired role, and the recipient can choose their email frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What information is needed if I do not have a CV?

PurpleCV will get in touch to ask about work experience, education and other relevant information. It also asks for basic personal information as part of the order.

Are CVs written from a template?

No. PurpleCV writes CVs from scratch and tailors them to the individual.

Which language can PurpleCV use for a CV?

PurpleCV writes CVs in English. It does not offer CV writing in other languages.

Can I speak to someone about the services?

CV consultants are available by live chat. PurpleCV also offers contact by telephone.

How are job alerts set up?

After ordering a CV, an email invites the recipient to set up the optional alerts. They can choose how often to receive them and can unsubscribe at any time.

What can interview coaching cover?

Interview coaching can include strategy tips. It can also cover mock interview questions.

Key takeaways

CV writing options cover several career stages and niche professions.
Cover letters can be tailored to a job or written as speculative letters.
LinkedIn profiles and printed CV copies are available alongside CV writing.
One-to-one coaching includes interview, career, leadership and executive topics.
Optional job alerts are available with a CV order.

Summary

PurpleCV combines CV writing with cover letters, LinkedIn profiles and coaching. Its services include choices for different career stages, plus job alerts and a blog covering CV and career topics.