Keith Said:

When writing a cover letter for a resume, how do you address it to a female?Mrs./Ms. is unknown.?

We Answered:

If I am uncertain I use Ms.

Andre Said:

can anyone give me an outline on how to write an acting cover letter?

We Answered:

What makes that letter so special? Simple... prove that you understand how valuable their time is:

So many people try cramming in their whole "hopes and dreams autobiography" into the cover letter, it resembles a chapter from a novel. The agent hasn't the time, nor the interest, to be a publisher. Any submission that takes more than 15 seconds to scan through and read will likely be filed in the trash.

Here's a sample of how to keep it short:


WANNABE TALENT
1234 Hopeful Avenue
Dreamland, BC

Attn: Ms. A. Gent


Please accept my photos and resume for possible consideration of future representation. I will contact your offices next week to verify your receipt of this package.

Thank you very much for your time,


Johnny Smartguy



That's it... nothing else... just plain and simple. The agent even has 10 seconds left to take a quick glance at your photo(s) and stats now.

All of that information about experience, training, special skills should be on your resume, NOT the cover letter!

PS also include what type of representation you are seeking (Theatrical, Commercial, etc.)

Bob Said:

Resume cover letter for english class?

We Answered:

Yes, somewhat like that.
or, "Dear Ms. ---------: Your able and apt guidance in our 10 grade was outstanding. It made the subject easily comprehensible. It would be our privilege to be guided by you in our next class ...........

Hope it will do.

Josephine Said:

I need help on an English assignment: writing a cover letter for a resume.?

We Answered:

For general tips on resume and cover letter writing (and please always send a cover letter along with the resume since the cover letter briefly expands on the resume): http://www.careerbuilder.com and can click 'career advice' or such.

The letter is very descriptive, but in my humble opinion, it seems quite long for a cover letter, but I understand that it's for a school assignment :)

[I'll add more later.]