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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Sample Cover Letter

by Yahoo! HotJobs


The following sample cover letter is from "Your Next Move: Success Strategies for Midcareer Professionals," with educational tips in bold. Use this example as a starting point for your cover letters.

Ella Dowling, Human Resources Director
Awesome Ads, Inc.
100 Main Street
Anytown, USA 55555

July 30, 2005

Dear Ms. Dowling:

I was struck by the story in the July 22 Anytown Times that Awesome Ads, Inc., is expanding its business into the health care industry. [Opens with strong knowledge of the company and a reference to a recent news story.] I believe my experience both in pharmaceutical marketing and creative writing makes me a unique match for the Copywriter position, #XC77Y on Yahoo! HotJobs. [States job title, number, and exactly why he is qualified to apply.]

As a public relations manager for PharmCorp International, I:

    * Developed my creativity and writing skills in deadline-oriented environments.
    * Gained a strong understanding of medical terminology and concepts, particularly as they're applied to pharmaceuticals.
    * Contributed fresh ideas for consumer outreach in times of rising health care costs and public distrust of pharmaceutical companies.

[Mentions skills from the ad verbatim and demonstrates knowledge of the medical/pharmaceutical field.]

In addition, volunteering with the Anytown Heads-Up literacy program has equipped me with the ability to make words exciting and foreign concepts understandable to a broad audience. [Not mentioned in the ad but important for copywriting.] I also have a number of contacts in the pharmaceutical industry who often seek outside creative services for their advertising and marketing efforts. [Offers the possibility of new business.]

I would appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to discuss the Copywriter position. I will call you next Monday, August 8, to follow up. In the meantime, you can reach me using the contact information on my resume. [States follow-up information and date.]


Sincerely,
John Smith

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