Cover Letter Formatting Do's and Don'ts
When the process of applying for a job an impressive resume and cover letter is essential. But, having good content isn’t enough. The design for your resume is just as important as your content. A badly formatted cover letter could leave a bad impression on your hiring manager, while a well-formatted one can make you stand out among the crowd. In this article, we’ll discuss the best practices and pitfalls of the formatting of your cover letter, and then discuss why it could be beneficial to let a professional like Griffith Resume handle the formatting for you.
The first thing to discuss is the basics of formatting a cover letter.
- Do use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial as well as Calibri are all options. Avoid using overly fancy or hard-to-read fonts.
- Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font, font size, and formatting across the entire cover letter.
- Do include proper spacing. Make use of single lines or 1.15 lines, and allow plenty of white space to make your letter easier to understand.
- Do include your contact information in the upper right-hand corner of the email. It should include your address, name along with your telephone number and email address.
- Do personalize the letter. Use the hiring manager’s name If you can, and tailor your letter to the job and company which you’re applying.
Let’s get to the rules of cover letter layout.
- Do not use a template. Every cover letter needs to be unique and customized to the specific job and business you’re applying to.
- Do not exceed one page. Keep the letter brief and to the point.
- Avoid using fancy layouts. Stick to a simple, professional layout.
- Do not forget to proofread. Double-check grammar and spelling mistakes prior to sending the letter.
- Don’t forget to acknowledge the note.
While it’s essential to pay attention to the format in your resume cover letter it’s difficult and time-consuming to write it yourself. This is where a professional resume writing service such as Griffith Resume comes in. Our team of professionals knows how to write your cover letter to allow you to stand out the crowd. We’ll handle the formatting, so you can concentrate on the contents the letter.
In addition, our team will assist you in adjusting your letter of cover to the particular job or company the job you’re applying to. Additionally, we’ll look for grammar and spelling errors and ensure that your cover letter is succinct in its writing and simple to understand.
A well-written cover letter can make all it’s worth in your career search. If you follow the do’s and nots of the format of your cover letter or perhaps hiring a professional like Griffith Resume to handle the formatting on your behalf then you’ll be on your way to creating a cover letter that will help you stand out from the competition. Do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to get in touch for any queries.
