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I am writing this application in response to the advertisement that was posted on xxx in the Daily Bugle newspaper. I have enclosed / attached a copy of my CV and academic certificates. •
On spec
I am enquiring about the possible opportunity of gaining illustrating work with your company. I have enclosed / attached a copy of CV and academic certificates. I am an extremely talented illustrator who has will graduate with a projected first/ high 2:1 from Leeds College of Art and Design in June 2016. Why they appeal to you - what’s unique or strong about the company / different from others? •
Areas of interest
I see that you have a strong focus on documenting wildlife. I have recently worked with Natural England on a project focusing on habitat loss. The brief required me to illustrate a range of species within habitats located in the Yorkshire Dales. I drew plants, amphibians and birds (portfolio page). My work takes on a variety of styles, free flowing and loose, realistic and detailed, using hand and digital techniques….. •
Areas of innovation
I am interested in drawing attention to environmental issues and sustainability, which appears to be a strong element of your ethos. As part of my degree final year I produced an educational pack for use as a family activity kit to engage people with learning more about wildlife in their garden and how to support it (portfolio page). I am really keen to develop my creative skills with wildlife as a focus, documenting birds has bene an element of my work which I feel I have artistic strengths in, and which is also a passion of mine and inspiration in terms of subject matter.
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I see from your blog that you are… (show you’ve enough interest in them to bother to investigate them)
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Given below is a summary that will provide evidence about my skill sets and knowledge that I have acquired over the past xxx years. • •
IT I am efficient with the use of various computer applications and possess good presentation and communication skills. I have learnt how to effectively use digital technology such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (Adobe suite) and use these in conjunction with my hand crafted design work.
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communication I possess excellent communication and presentation skills.
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Meet deadlines/ pressure I have the ability to perform under pressure to meet deadlines, working independently or collaboratively as a part of a creative team.
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Commissions/ current work I am currently undertaking a brief with the University of Leeds…
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Milk X editorial
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Dedicated/motivated/hard working I believe in hard work and dedication and have high resistance to stress and pressured situations.
Please get back in touch! I would be more than happy to discuss the possibilities of working for your company, which I view to be an organisation which would enable me to develop my creative skills and make a strong and positive contribution to your workforce/design team. I believe the above credentials make me a strong candidate to join your creative design team. I thank you for your consideration and look forward to receiving a reply. Yours sincerely Xxxx Enclosed documentation: Please find attached/ enclosed my: • • •
CV Appreciation letter Copies of educational certificates