Networking:
The art of the cover letter:
- Confidence.
- Be clear.
- Be concise.
Tips from around the web:
- "Don't repeat your CV" - Forbes.
- "Research the company" - The Guardian.
- CONTEXT - give the impression that you have an idea who and what they are about. - "Tell them what you have to offer" - The Balance Careers.
- "Use a professional tone, but don't lose all personality" - The Guardian.
- "Finish strong" - Forbes.
- Needs to have a good flow to keep people interested, reiterate purpose/desire.
APP: Grammarly/Hemmingway.
Helps with spelling and grammar/ Also get peers to proof read anything you write.
Other tips:
- Find out what they want from you when you apply, check social media for more info.
- Try to stand out from other emails through the subject line.
- Address directly if you know the person's name.
- "A proposal" - offering something, be specific with the ask.
- "I intend to join you on a (paid) placement".
- "You and your team" - gives the feeling of independence.
- Potentially talk about/attach a link to a piece of work of yours related to what they do/yours and their outlook as a designer - outline how you fit culturally.
- Mention what can you gain from the environment?
- "Tailored for you" - create a more personal portfolio.
- Include relevant socials (Instagram, website).
- PREPARE EVERYTHING IN CONTEXT.
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