Why Professional Cover Letter Formatting is important

Posted by Albany Resume on 14 Jan 2025

When applying for a job, well-written resumes and cover letter is essential. However, simply having good content doesn’t suffice. The layout of the cover letter you send out is just as important as the content itself. A poorly-formatted cover letter can make a bad impression on the manager who is hiring, while a well-formatted one can make you stand out from your crowd. In this article, we’ll discuss the do’s and don’ts of the format of your cover letters, and also discuss the reasons why it might be beneficial to let an expert such as Albany Resume handle the formatting for you.

Let’s start by discussing the rules of cover letter format.

  1. Make sure you use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all great choices. Avoid using overly fancy or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font font size, and formatting for the covering letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Choose single line or 1.15 line spacing and allow plenty of white space so that the letter is simple to comprehend.
  4. Include your contact information on the front of your letter. This should include your address, name along with your telephone number and email address.
  5. Personalize the letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring as much as you can, and customize the letter to the particular job that you’re applying for.

Let’s get to the rules of cover letter layout.

  1. Don’t use a template. Each cover letter should be unique and specific to the specific job and organization you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t exceed one page. Keep your letter short and to the point.
  3. Do not use fancy formatting. Keep it simple and professional layout.
  4. Do not forget to proofread. Double-check for spelling and grammar errors before sending the letter.
  5. Make sure to sign the note.

While it’s important to pay attention to the format the cover letter you write, it’s difficult and time-consuming to write it yourself. This is where a professional resume writing service such as Albany Resume comes in. Our team of experts knows how to structure an effective cover letter that will ensure that you stand out from the other applicants. We’ll take care of the formatting so that you can focus on the contents in your cover letter.

Our team can assist you in tailoring your cover letter to match the job and company the job you’re applying to. Furthermore, we’ll check for spelling and grammar errors as well as ensure your letter is concise and easy to read.

A well-written cover letter could make all you stand out in the job hunt. If you follow the do’s and do’s of formatting your cover letter and perhaps employing a professional such as Albany Resume to handle the formatting on your behalf, you’ll be on your way to creating a cover letter that can help you stand out from your crowd. Contact us on 1300 871 072 or use the contact form to get in touch should you have any concerns.

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