How to Write a Cover Letter

Not sure how to write a cover letter? In this video, we walk through each part of a cover letter sample, explain how a cover letter boosts your application and review the best cover letter format. Since cover letters are a chance to say why you're a great fit for a role and how a job links to your professional goals or background, they're worth the extra effort. Remember, the smallest moves are sometimes the smartest!

Follow this easy format for a great cover letter:

1. Header: Include the date, your name, address, and other contact information

2. Greeting: Try to address the hiring manager by name. If you can’t, use “Dear Hiring Manager”.

4. Middle Paragraph: This is where you get to dig into your most relevant experience. Don’t simply repeat the bullet points on your resume; highlight your specific qualifications and skills that make you a perfect fit for the job.

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[GarnetStarz]

This is actually a lot better to understand than most videos I've seen. I love using indeed so much.

[starhill]

I still have NO idea what to write, but at least I understand the format. Wish these things were taught in schooling.

[xornedge]

This is insanely helpful and well explained for such a short video. As Einstein said: "If you can't explain something simply, you just don't know it well enough." and this video nails the simplicity!

[KindCurls]

This is real quality stop motion animation, good for you for thinking outside of the box! It's so much more interesting.

[gabrielakrist]

as a job seeker who is actively looking a job, watching this video helps me a lot on writing my own cover letters 💗 thank you so much for this cover letter writing tips, Indeed! 💗

[TakaMitsukai]

As someone who just needed something quick before submitting an application, this is spot on and fun to watch! It absolutely hits the mark!

[REV_O]

This was alot more helpful, than any other video I've seen on YouTube about cover letters. Short & easy to understand.

[iAmBeautifulAlways]

Cover letters are so important !! Never had a problem finding a job because I do cover letters where I explain why I’m fit for the job. 🎉

[Tiger_the_Gunner]

Why should I write a paragraph about is mentioned in the resume with headline points and that's easy to understand...…we need a job in the workplace, not a creative story-telling position in any media/podcast...…..hihihi 😄

[michaelsherron]

These types of formats for teaching are needed now more than ever before in this day and age.
Thanks!

[Sol]

Things appear to be more beautiful when it gets simplified. Thank you, Indeed !

[Izzy-lcdg]

Thank you!! I'm using this for a project that I have to do in English (I have to write a resume and cover letter for a fictional character from a book)!! This helps me quite a lot!!

[caneloANDRETTi]

Excellent video, straight to the point with great examples and extremely easy to follow!

[sexytrumpetboi]

I'm writing an english test tomorrow with a cover letter so this video really helps me understanding this

[_quixote]

I’ve been putting off a cover letter for a while. It’s time to finally lock in. I didn’t expect indeed’s guide to be that good though

[tdyhyol]

Thanks you so much for not putting a background music during the main conversation!

[Pablo_Martin_aa]

Straight to the point, just how i like my cup of tea

[emmyjay]

This is so beautiful and efficient at the same time, thank you

[dirceualejandrogutierrezca]

Indeed just taught me more in less than two minutes than the obligatory 6 hours of videos that my college gave me.

[dr.khyriabasheir]

Wow, this is the best cover I have ever seen!🎉🎉🎉🎉