Create for free • Upgrade only when you use premium AI
Build your resume & cover letter free.
Pay only for premium AI tools.
CareerMust is free for creating resumes, cover letters, and using most templates. When you want extra help—like AI Resume Review, AI Enhancements, or advanced AI actions—you use CareerMust Credits. Career Coaching is optional and purchased separately.
No subscription • No lock-in • Upgrade only when you need it
Quick overview
Always Free
Create resumes & cover letters and use most templates at no cost.
Credits
Used only when you run premium AI actions (review, enhancements, advanced tools).
Coaching
Optional expert sessions/packages purchased separately (not with credits).
Pay as you go
You stay in control—use free tools anytime, upgrade only when needed.
Start in under 2 minutes
Pick a template, add your experience, and download your first version for free.
Start Resume BuilderWhat you can do for free on CareerMust
You can create and edit your resume and cover letters without paying anything. Most templates are available for free so you can start applying immediately.
Free
Resume Builder
Create, edit, and format an ATS-friendly resume using most templates.
Free
Cover Letters
Write and customize cover letters with a clean structure and professional layout.
Free
Most Templates
Start with a strong design—no subscription required.
CareerMust Credits: used only for premium AI actions
Credits are for premium AI features that help you move faster and apply with more confidence. You spend credits only when you run a premium AI action—like an AI review, enhancement, or targeted rewrite. If you’re not using premium AI, you can keep using CareerMust free.
Step 1
Start free
Build your resume and cover letter with free tools and most templates.
Step 2
Use premium AI when you want
Spend credits only when you run AI Review, Enhancements, or other premium AI actions.
Step 3
Stay in control
No monthly fees. No lock-in. Upgrade only when you need extra help.
When credits are used
Credits apply to premium AI actions inside the platform. Coaching is separate and purchased as a service.
AI Resume Review
Get actionable feedback, ATS checks, keyword gaps, and improvements.
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AI Resume Enhancements
Upgrade bullets, impact statements, and clarity with premium AI actions.
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AI Cover Letter (Job-Targeted)
Generate or rewrite a cover letter tailored to a specific job description.
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AI Career Guidance
Get a structured plan and recommendations for your next career move.
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Optional Premium Templates
Want more designs? Unlock additional templates when available.
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Only premium actions spend credits
Creating resumes and cover letters stays free—credits are used only when you run premium AI tools.
No subscription needed
Optional Career Coaching: paid separately (not with credits)
Career Coaching on CareerMust is delivered by real industry experts. Coaching is ideal when you want direct human guidance—interview prep, career switch planning, salary negotiation, or role strategy. Coaching is purchased as a service (session/package pricing), separate from CareerMust Credits.
How coaching is charged
Each coach lists clear session or package pricing. You choose a service based on your goal, pay for that coaching service at checkout, and work directly with the coach.
Best combo (optional)
Start with free tools, add premium AI to move faster, and choose coaching only when you want expert direction or accountability.
Choose coaching by outcome
Find the right coach for your next move
Explore coaches by industry, goal, and results—then start free with the builder anytime.
Pricing FAQs
Do I need a subscription?
No. CareerMust is free to use for resumes, cover letters, and most templates. You pay only when you choose premium AI tools using credits.
What exactly is free?
You can create and edit your resume and cover letter for free and use most templates without paying. Premium AI actions are optional upgrades.
When do credits get used?
Only when you run a premium AI action (like AI Resume Review, AI Enhancements, or job-targeted rewriting).
Can I use credits for coaching?
No. Coaching is purchased separately as a session or package with clear pricing on each coach’s service page.
Start free—upgrade only when you want extra help
Create your resume and cover letter for free using most templates. Use credits only for premium AI tools like review and enhancements. Choose coaching separately if you want expert 1:1 guidance.