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Chief Copy Editor Cover Letter

This short cover letter is applying for the position of chief copy editor at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The letter lists the applicant's qualifications, including 7+ years of experience as a sub-editor and deputy chief copy editor, expertise with the AP stylebook, ability to edit 7,000 words per day and work to deadlines including weekends, and responsibility for supervising a team of 5 copy editors 3 days a week in their current role. The letter closes by providing contact information and expressing interest in an interview.

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Chief Copy Editor Cover Letter

This short cover letter is applying for the position of chief copy editor at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The letter lists the applicant's qualifications, including 7+ years of experience as a sub-editor and deputy chief copy editor, expertise with the AP stylebook, ability to edit 7,000 words per day and work to deadlines including weekends, and responsibility for supervising a team of 5 copy editors 3 days a week in their current role. The letter closes by providing contact information and expressing interest in an interview.

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SHORT COVER LETTER EXAMPLE

(212) 204-5342 [Link]@[Link] 1938 W Augusta Blvd, Chicago, IL

60622

[Today’s Date]

[Hiring Manager’s Name]


123 Company Address
Company’s City, State, Zip Code
(xxx) xxx-xxxx
[Link]@[Link]

Dear [Mr./Ms./Mx.] [Hiring Manager’s Surname],

I’m writing to apply for the chief copy editor position at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution you advertised
on [Link].

Here are the reasons why I believe I’d be suitable for the role:

 I know the AP stylebook inside and out


 I have 7+ years’ experience as a sub-editor, including 2 as deputy chief copy editor
 In my current role, I edit 7,000 words per day
 I’m used to working to a (midnight) deadline
 I’ve adapted to working on rotation, often working weekends
 As deputy chief copy editor, I’m responsible for all copy editing on 3 days a week, supervising a
team of 5
 Since I was hired, I’ve reduced the incidence of typos by 17% through my attention to detail and
organizational skills

Thank you for reviewing my qualifications. You can contact me at your convenience to organize an
interview at (470) 000-1234 or [Link]@[Link]. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

David Pérez
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