The reason professional cover letter formatting Matters

Posted by Nowra Resume on 15 Jan 2025

When you are applying for jobs, well-written resumes and cover letter are essential. But, having good content doesn’t suffice. The layout that you write your letter in is as important as the content itself. A badly formatted cover letter can make a bad impression on your hiring manager and a properly formatted one can help you stand out among the competitors. In this article, we’ll discuss the do’s and don’ts of cover letter formatting, and discuss why it may be beneficial to let professionals such as Nowra Resume handle the formatting for you.

In the beginning, let’s discuss the do’s of formatting your cover letters.

  1. Do use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial and Calibri are all options. Avoid using fancy fonts or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font font size, and formatting throughout the cover letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Make use of single lines or 1.15 line spacing and ensure that you leave enough white space between paragraphs to make the text simple to comprehend.
  4. Include your contact information at the top of the letter. This includes your address, name telephone number, address, and email.
  5. Make sure to personalize your letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager as much as you can, and customize the letter to the particular job the job you’re interested in.

Let’s discuss the essentials of cover letter layout.

  1. Use a sample. Every cover letter must be unique and tailored to the job you’re applying for and the company you’re applying for.
  2. Limit the letter to one page. Make sure the letter is concise and to the essential.
  3. Don’t use overly fancy formatting. Choose a simple, professional layout.
  4. Don’t neglect to proofread. Double-check spelling and grammar errors prior to sending your letter.
  5. Don’t forget to acknowledge the note.

While it’s crucial to be aware of the format the cover letter you write, it’s tedious and stressful to complete it yourself. That’s where a professional resume writing service such as Nowra Resume comes in. Our team of experts knows how to design a cover letter that will make you stand out among the other applicants. We’ll handle the formatting so that you can focus on the content in your cover letter.

Our team will help you to tailor your cover letter to match the job or company the job you’re applying to. In addition, we’ll review for spelling and grammar mistakes and ensure that your cover letter is succinct as well as easy for readers to comprehend.

In the end, a properly formatted cover letter can be an impact on your search for a job. By adhering to the do’s and do’s of formatting your cover letter and possibly hiring a professional service like Nowra Resume to handle the formatting on your behalf, you’ll be on your way to writing a professional cover letter that can help to stand out in the crowd. Don’t hesitate to call us at 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to get in touch for any queries.

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