Professional Formatting for a Winning Cover Letter

Posted by Armidale Resume on 9 Jul 2025

If you’re the process of applying for a job an impressive resume and cover letter are essential. However, just having great content isn’t enough. The structure of your cover letter is just as important as the content. A poorly-formatted cover letter will leave a negative impression on the manager who is hiring While a professionally formatted one will help you stand out from your crowd. In this article, we’ll go over the rules and guidelines for the formatting of your cover letter, and explain why it could be beneficial to let an expert such as Armidale Resume handle the formatting for you.

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

  1. Do make sure to use a professional typeface. Times New Roman, Arial as well as Calibri are all good options. Avoid using fancy fonts or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font size and format across the entire cover letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Utilize single, or 1.15 line spacing, and leave sufficient white space in between the paragraphs to make your letter easily read.
  4. Include your contact details at the top of the letter. This should include your name, address as well as your phone number and email address.
  5. Do personalize the letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring If possible, and then tailor your letter to match the position and company you’re applying to.

Let’s get to the essentials of cover letter design.

  1. Do not use a template. Each cover letter should be unique and specific to the particular job and company you’re applying for.
  2. Don’t exceed one page. Keep the letter brief and to the essence.
  3. Don’t use overly fancy formatting. Keep it simple and professional layout.
  4. Make sure to proofread your letter. Double-check for spelling and grammar mistakes before you send the letter.
  5. Don’t forget to acknowledge the letter.

While it’s important to be aware of the structure in your resume cover letter it’s laborious and difficult to complete it yourself. This is where a professional resume writing service such as Armidale Resume comes in. Our team of experts know how to design your cover letter to allow you to stand out your competition. We’ll take care of the formatting, so you can focus on the contents the letter.

Our team will assist you in adjusting your cover letter to fit the job the job you’re applying to. Additionally, we’ll look for spelling and grammar errors 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 make all an impact on your search for a job. If you follow the do’s and guidelines for formatting your cover letters and maybe hiring a professional like Armidale Resume to handle the formatting for you and you’ll be well on your way to writing a cover letter that makes to stand out in the competitors. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to get in touch with any questions you may have.

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