Cover letter for the publishing industry (3 samples)

This article will list samples of “cover letters for a publishing industry.”

Examples of cover letters for the publishing industry

When applying for a position in the publishing industry, your cover letter is an opportunity for you to tell your story, without being stuck in the formatting constraints of the resume. The best format for writing a cover letter is as follows:

• Address the employer with a formal salutation. For example, “Dear/Hello (name of the recipient).” If you do not know the recipient’s name, you can refer to them as the hiring manager.

• The next step is to state the position you are applying for and how you found the opening. 

• Make a brief statement about why you’re interested in the position. Write a paragraph about why you are the perfect candidate for the job.

• State your skills and work experience. Ensure your skills and experiences are similar to the job position. When highlighting skills, provide the accomplishment you have achieved. 

• Conclude your letter with a forward-looking statement. For example, “I look forward to discussing the position further.”

Sample 1: “Cover letter for the publishing industry”

“Dear [hiring manager name],

I am a proactive, recent BA (Hons) English Language and Literature graduate with [x] years of entry-level experience in the publishing industry. Alongside my degree, I have completed internships at [names of companies]. I have always worked hard to make my goal of working in publishing a reality; I was awarded a place on the [publishing scheme] in [year] and had my place on [publishing short course] sponsored by [name of publishing association]. I have also undertaken a retail marketing internship and worked part-time as the [job role] at [company name]. My work experience has provided me with excellent written and verbal communication skills, good time management, and the ability to produce a high standard of work amidst tight, ongoing deadlines.

Since finishing my dissertation a fortnight ago, I have enrolled on the Essential Proofreading and Grammar course run by The Publishing Training Centre and have begun providing freelance editorial services for private clients via my website, [insert link]. I have strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign, and Photoshop. During my summer internship at [company name], I proofread [brand name] books using InDesign, and during my time as the Marketing Intern at [company name], I used Photoshop to create marketing content for social media and e-newsletters.

I really want to work for [your company] because I am tremendously interested in the books that you publish. Throughout my degree, I have taken a few modules in [subject], including having to [do a niche subject-related translation task]. I am also enthusiastic about many of the [publications] you print to supplement authors that I love, such as [author] and [author]. As a [location]-based [location reference] myself, I enjoy visiting [location]— so should I be successful in my application, I would be delighted to relocate a little further [direction].

Sincerely,

[signature],

[name]”

Sample 2: “Cover letter for the publishing industry”

“Dear Mariam Smith,

Do you know how I recognize a potential best-seller? If the first ten pages leave me thoroughly hooked, it’s a strong contender.  My cover letter for an open position of Romance Novel Editor with Clarks and Spencer Publishing isn’t a real pageturner, but it hopefully will provide an interesting narrative into my professional experience and abilities that can be of use to your company.

My journey towards the publishing industry began when I was 6. That’s when I wrote a short love story about a princess and an ice cream delivery man (non-trivial theme, I know). Then I tried to persuade my parents to let me print several copies to give away to my friends. But my mom said that book publishing isn’t free, so I do need to finish several chores first if I want my novel to see the light of day. Since then, I’ve learned a lot more about the publishing industry during my 5 years as an Associate Essay Editor with Angies’ Publishing House and as Romance Features Editor at Wedding Magazine. 

Additionally, I provide manuscript editing services as a freelancer to self-published romance authors, specializing in period dramas — a genre where Clarks and Spencer Publishing certainly excels. Joanne Monroe and Andy McKinzey are two of my long-term favorite authors, whose your house published. 

Apart from having strong copyediting skills, I’m also experienced with the operational side of the business. I can provide creative direction and vision for book illustrations, liaise with authors and agents, and otherwise facilitate the titles acquisition process. 

For previous samples of my work and references, please check my personal website kaylaeditorialservices.com. If you have further questions, don’t hesitate to contact me. 

Best,

Kayla Devis”

Sample 3: “Cover letter for the publishing industry”

“POSITION: Executive Assistant

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to apply for the position of Executive Assistant at Ebury Publishing as advertised recently by your social media pages. 

I am interested in Ebury Publishing because, as part of the Penguin Random House Group, it enjoys an unparalleled reputation in the field of publishing. I, like many others, found that Penguin Random House books, in their many imprints, have accompanied me throughout my life and I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to contribute in maintaining and reinforcing this legacy. The culture of the company has also been a contributing factor in my decision to apply. My research has shown me that your company values creativity, innovation and respect for the individual. In addition to having a great work environment, your company has a number of community projects which make Penguin Random House stand out above other publishing houses.

My enthusiasm to pursue a career in Rights arises from my interest in the revolutionary impact that technology has had on traditional mediums of communication. In particular, I have a great interest in the new forms of communication that have been created and the legal rights that go with them. Publishing had remained largely unchanged until the arrival of the Internet which has, not only created new opportunities for distribution through alternative outlets, but also novel products in themselves. However, the Internet has also created new challenges for the publishing world and I am greatly interested in seeing how those challenges are addressed, especially when these challenges are turned into opportunities for innovation and further development of brands.

Thank you for taking the time to read my application and I look forward to hearing from you soon.”

Frequently Asked Questions: Examples of cover letters for the publishing industry

Can a cover letter hurt your chances?

Yes, a bad cover letter can hurt your chances just as much as a good one can help. That’s why three words can stop you cold while you’re searching for jobs: “Cover letter optional.”

What are the elements of a cover letter?

The Four Parts of a Cover Letter

• Address the Recruiter by Name.
• Address the Company’s Needs.
• Tell the Recruiter Why You Want to Work Here.
• Tell Them How to Reach You.

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Citations

Convincing Cover Letter for Publishing Industry: Sample + Tips

https://medium.com/@groovyness/the-cover-letter-that-got-me-a-job-in-publishing-985bfa42b94e

https://www.mindsumo.com/cover-letters/Ebury-Publishing/Internship/7321