Cover Letter Writing
Cover letters that make the resume impossible to skip.
A cover letter is not a summary of your resume — it is the argument for why you, for this role, right now. We write executive cover letters that hiring committees, boards, and retained recruiters actually read.
Written for one role, not one hundred
Every letter we write is built around a specific role, company, and audience. We research the organization, read the posting like a hiring committee would, and write to the problem they are trying to solve.
- Company and role research included
- Written to the decision-maker, not the portal
- No templates, no recycled paragraphs
Aligned with your resume and LinkedIn
Your documents should sound like one person telling one coherent story. We align voice, metrics, and positioning across your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile so nothing contradicts.
- Consistent executive voice
- Matching design and letterhead
- Reinforces your leadership brand
Built to clear ATS and human review
Cover letters are frequently parsed alongside your resume. We keep formatting clean and keyword-aware without turning the letter into a keyword dump.
- ATS-safe formatting
- Natural keyword integration
- Readable in under 60 seconds
A reusable framework you keep
Along with the finished letter, you get the framework behind it — so you can adapt it yourself for the next role without losing the strategy.
- Annotated master version
- Guidance on what to swap per role
- Optional coaching session add-on
Frequently asked questions
Cover letter writing — common questions.
Do executives still need cover letters?
Yes — more than mid-level candidates do. Retained recruiters and board committees use the letter to judge judgment, communication, and fit. At the executive level it is often the first writing sample they see.
How much does an executive cover letter cost?
A standalone cover letter falls in our à la carte range of $299–$1,295 depending on role and level. Most clients include it in a signature package ($1,795–$5,000), which also brings coaching, ChatGPT training and guides, ATS compliance training with a resume template, and live editing.
How long does it take?
A first draft is delivered within three business days of the strategy call, provided you have supplied everything we need to get started.
Can you write one letter I use everywhere?
We will give you a strong master framework, but we do not recommend sending an identical letter to every employer. The framework makes tailoring take minutes, not hours.
Next Step
Schedule a Discovery Call
Book a confidential 30-minute conversation with Heather Joy Hill. National engagements welcome.
Investment
Transparent ranges. Custom scope.
Every executive search is different, so every engagement is scoped after we talk. These ranges tell you what to expect before you ever pick up the phone.
Coaching Sessions
$179 – $500 / hour
Hourly 1:1 coaching — interview prep, resume strategy, LinkedIn strategy, ATS training, and AI coaching. Rate depends on the type of session and the level of the search.
Discount offered when you book 3 or more sessions at a time.
À La Carte Services
$299 – $1,295
Individual deliverables: executive resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, executive/board bio, or a LinkedIn in the Wild interview video. Pick exactly what you need.
Priced per deliverable by level and complexity.
Signature Packages
$1,795 – $5,000
Every package includes coaching, ChatGPT training and guides, ATS compliance training with a reusable resume template, and live editing sessions — combined with your documents and LinkedIn.
All packages start at $1,795.
White Glove Service
Custom quote
Our highest-touch engagement for C-suite and board candidates — done-for-you documents, priority turnaround, direct access, and end-to-end search support until you land.
Quoted after a confidential discovery call.