Cover Letter PowerPoint

Cover letters

Dec. 13

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What’s the point of a cover letter?

Get the employer to read your resume

Make the case for why they should hire you

Help them see your writing skills – can they trust you to communicate with clients on your own, or will you send word salad?

General outline

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Introduction

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About you

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About them

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Conclusion

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 This is what I'm applying for

Please consider the enclosed resume and references my application for the position of Associate Director for Media Relations (vacancy #060234).  

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 Here is a brief introduction as to why you should hire me.

As my resume demonstrates, I have seven years of experience in athletic media relations and event management. A variety of experiences throughout my career have honed my public relations, marketing and media relations skills, all of which translate into the skill set needed to help the Iowa State Athletic Media Relations Office succeed.

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I get what you do. This is what I have done so you know I know what you do.

This will often match what is in the job posting.

YOU MUST TAILOR THIS

My responsibilities in athletic media relations at various institutions provide me with the practical knowledge and skills necessary to build and maintain relationships that are forged with the specific intent of marketing a program while articulating a cohesive message to various publics.

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This is a continuation of “I get what you do, and here is what I have done.”

Again, tailor to match the requirements/information listed in the ad.

In addition to written promotion pieces including press releases and game notes, my duties in athletic media relations include the coordination of media interviews, press conference management and presentations to classroom and community groups as needed. 

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Here are other things I’ve done that are related, but not exactly what you’re looking for, according to your ad.

Beyond public relations activities, my responsibilities have included event management and coordination, including the First and Second Rounds of the 2003 NCAA Volleyball Tournament, as well as a 70-team softball tournament and a 600-person fundraising auction and dinner at the ROY Foundation of the Colorado Rockies.

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Also, I’m a great person. You will like me!

Additionally, I take pride in working as a member of a successful team and working with various, diverse publics. I enjoy traveling and forging good working relationships, whether with coworkers or outside publics.

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Here's how you can reach me.

If you don't call me, I'll call you.

THANK YOU.

I can be reached at (319) 230-1203 or by email at [email protected]. I look forward to speaking with you and will be in contact within the next two weeks. Thanks for your time and consideration.