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Illustrator Cover Letter


Illustrators produce still drawings for use in advertisements, books, magazines, packaging, greetings cards and newspapers. While applying for an Illustrator job position, a cover letter can make the difference between being called for a job interview and having your application ignored by a recruiter. A cover letter provides detailed information on why you are qualified for the Illustrator position you are applying for. Therefore it makes good sense to devote the necessary time and effort to writing an effective cover letter. The following Illustrator cover letter template will help you to write a cover letter that best highlights your experience, skills and qualifications. NB: This is just a sample template. You are advised not to simply copy and use it word for word, but to instead use it to gain ideas and inspiration.  

Sample Illustrator Cover Letter Template

[Your Name],

[Your Address],

[Your City, Your State].

[Current Date]

The Hiring Manager, [Company Name], [Company Address].   Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to apply for the Illustrator position at [Company Name]. I am a prolific artist with seven years of professional experience as an Artist and Illustrator. In my current role as a Freelance Illustrator, I work with clients to determine their needs develop a mock sketch for review and then create a finished product; these illustrations are used for various purposes including advertising books and personal artwork. Not only am I a skilled Illustrator but my communication skills and intuitive nature allow me to give customers what they want in their drawings. I hold a degree in Fine Art from [School Name] and have worked under some of the finest teachers. I have been praised often by teachers and clients for my fine work and for the emotion and movement my drawings evoke. I would love to bring my talents to [Company Name] as an Illustrator to bring the stories of your authors to life. I know you will find my work to be a good fit for your needs and welcome you to contact me soon for an interview and to view my portfolio. I look forward to meeting with you. Thank you so much for your time and consideration.   Yours faithfully, [Your Signature] [Your Name]

Instructions for using this Illustrator Cover Letter Template:

  1. Copy and paste the text into a Microsoft Word document.
  2. Personalize your cover letter. Fill up the blank spaces with your personal details.
  3. Customize the content to match the specific skills and expertise that the job requires. To do this, you'll need to know what the employer wants from you as an Illustrator.
    • The biggest clues are found within the job advertisement, so spend some time reading through it and understanding its specific requirements.
    • Make a list of your relevant experience and skills.
    • Next, match your skills and qualifications with the employer's wants and needs. For instance, if the job advert calls for a strong leader, think of examples of when you've successfully led a team.
  4. Apply proper styling and formatting to the document where necessary for a more professional look.
  5. Fix any spelling and grammatical errors.
For more information on the basics of cover letter writing, check out a comprehensive guide on how to write a cover letter. You may also need a sample resume / cv for Illustrator.


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