Hello, I'm Dr. Rico!
I help oil, gas, and energy professionals turn complex careers into clear, targeted resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and cover letters that lead to interviews and job offers.
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From coaching TEDx speakers and marketing execs to rebuilding resumes for drilling engineers and field leaders, I bring 15+ years of experience helping oil, gas, and energy professionals translate technical careers into clear, strategic narratives that get results.
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I'm passionate about helping you bounce back. Whether you’re aiming for a promotion, changing industries, or re-entering the workforce, you are in qualified hands.
MY RESUME & LINKEDIN GUARANTEE
➤ I tailor your materials specifically for your industry and job search timeline.
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➤ I optimize your profile to give you the competitive edge to lock in interviews faster.
➤ I customize your content based on my knowledge of scanning software & hiring managers' preferences.
Custom Tailoring
Your career goals are unique. That's why I tailor my services to suit each individual client's needs. From resume and cover letter building to LinkedIn optimization, I position you as the ideal candidate.
Expert Technique
You need a skilled professional to help you both beat scanning software and attract recruiters. My insider techniques optimize your materials so you advance in the hiring process.
HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER
Editing Services
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Resume Rebuilds – Strategic, ATS-optimized resumes tailored to your career goals
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LinkedIn Profile Optimization – Keyword-rich branding to boost recruiter visibility
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Cover Letters – Customized letters aligned with each job or industry pivot
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Executive Bios & Board CVs – Clean, professional storytelling for high-level roles
Session-Based Services
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Career Strategy Sessions – Targeting and strategic planning with a customized roadmap provided after the session
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Interview Preparation & Messaging Strategy – Role-specific coaching to align your delivery with your resume and target job
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O&G Career Positioning – Clarify your value across upstream, midstream, downstream, or services — including how to frame cross-functional roles, pivots, and nontraditional paths within the industry
WHY CHOOSE RICO EDITORIAL SERVICES?
Noticeable Improvements
For those seeking my editing expertise, reaching a final product is a team effort. My job is to smooth out your writing, not make it conform to my own style. Your writing will read like the best version of your work. If you're on the job hunt, I provide customized documents that are proven to jumpstart your next career move.
YOU CAN GET BACK TO WORK FASTER.
You're the Boss
I don’t just edit — I rebuild your resume, LinkedIn profile, and cover letter from the ground up to reflect your experience, target your next role, and stand out in a competitive market. Every document is custom-written and delivered polished, optimized, and ready to use — no templates, no AI shortcuts, and no commentary to wade through. Just clean, strategic content built to land interviews.
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YOU HAVE AN EXPERT ON YOUR SIDE.
Experienced & Qualified
Anyone can say they’re an editor, but I have a Ph.D. in English with a strong publication record and extensive resume-building experience, editing, and career consulting experience. I'm also a speaker on oil and gas industry resumes, career changing, and job search strategies for international professionals. See my About page for details.
YOU ARE IN QUALIFIED HANDS.
Transparent Expectations
Before we work together, I ask to see a sample of your writing. If I am confident that my expertise is right for your needs, we move forward with a consultation to address a detailed timeline and tailored packages custom-made for you. From there, we determine if my services are an ideal fit for your professional goals.
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YOU CAN BOOK MY SERVICES WITH CONFIDENCE.
TESTIMONIALS
I love exceeding clients' expectations and have 80+ glowing testimonials on my LinkedIn profile!
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Scroll below for a sampling of reviews from my most recent clients and what they say about my work.
ABOUT YOUR SPECIALIST
With 15+ years of experience ranging from generating materials for TEDx speakers and healthcare executives to optimizing profiles for energy and petroleum managers, I'm passionate about helping forward-thinking leaders level up.
- Experience -
I started my career editing book manuscripts for professors on their path to tenure and helping colleagues shift their C.V.s to resumes while also publishing scholarly articles of my own.
I have helped hundreds of clients across the world land new jobs and promotions through high-quality documents that make them stand out in tough job markets.
I’ve been featured as a career columnist for Houston Business Journal and Oilwoman Magazine, served as an official mentor with SunCast Clean Energy, and led career-focused workshops for organizations like NASA, SPE and SAGA Wisdom.
➤ Named one of the Top 100 Women in the Energy Transition (2021)
➤ Ranked among Houston’s Top 15 LinkedIn Experts (2023)
I’ve collaborated with and spoken alongside leaders such as:
➤ Jeff Immelt – Former CEO, GE
➤ Sylvester Turner – Mayor of Houston
➤ Jeff Miller – President & CEO, Halliburton
➤ Jeff Shellebarger – Former President, Chevron E&P
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- Education -
Ph.D. in English from Texas A&M University
M.A. in English from The University of Oklahoma
B.A. in English from The University of Oklahoma
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- Career Highlights -
Higher Education
Director of Global & Social Awareness
University English Instructor
Graduate Research Assistant
Nonprofit
Director of Education
Senior Manager of Education
Senior Grants Manager
Grant Researcher, Editor & Writer
Proposal Writer
Copy Editor
Entrepreneurial
Owner, Rico Editorial Services
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- Quirks -
I can chat about almost any topic - from philosophy to oil and gas operations.
My favorite book and movie genres are horror, sci-fi, and speculative fiction!
My top 3 favorite films include Alien, Aliens, and Under the Skin - in that order.
I am passionate about global affairs and am proficient in both French and Spanish.
Get in Touch
I am committed to exceeding your needs. Questions, comments or special requests? I'd love to hear from you, so don’t hesitate to reach out via email, form submission, or LinkedIn.
