Why professional cover letter formatting matters

Posted by Taupo Resume on 30 May 2025

When you are applying for a job, well-written resumes and cover letter is crucial. However, simply having good content isn’t enough. The design that you write your letter in is just as important as your content. A poorly formatted cover letter could leave a bad impression on your hiring manager and a properly formatted one can help your application stand out from the other applicants. In this article, we’ll cover the important aspects of the formatting of your cover letter, and explain why it could be beneficial to have an expert such as Taupo Resume handle the formatting for you.

First, let’s talk about the essentials of cover letter formatting.

  1. Use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all options. Avoid using fancy fonts or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font size, and layout for the covering letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Utilize single, or 1.15 line spacing. Also, ensure that you leave ample white spaces between each paragraph to make the text easy to read.
  4. Include your contact information on the front of your letter. This should include your name, address along with your telephone number and email address.
  5. Make sure to personalize your letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager as much as you can, and customize your letter to match the job and company you’re applying to.

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

  1. Don’t make use of a template. Every cover letter should be unique and customized to the specific position and business you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t exceed one page. Keep the letter concise and straight to the essence.
  3. Avoid using fancy layouts. Stick to a simple, professional layout.
  4. Do not forget to proofread. Double-check spelling and grammar mistakes prior to sending the letter.
  5. Make sure to sign the note.

While it’s essential to pay attention to the structure of your cover letter, it’s tedious and stressful to complete it yourself. This is where professional resume writing services like Taupo Resume comes in. Our team of experts know how to structure a cover letter that will help you stand out from the competition. We’ll take care of the formatting, so you can focus on the contents of your letter.

Additionally, our team will help you to tailor your cover letter to fit the job or company you’re applying to. In addition, we’ll review for grammar and spelling mistakes and make sure that your letter is clear easily read.

In conclusion, a well-formatted cover letter will make all the difference in your job search. If you follow the do’s and nots of the format of your cover letter and perhaps hiring a professional like Taupo Resume to handle the formatting for you You’ll be on the way to writing a cover letter that will help to stand out in the competition. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 0800 024 129 or use the contact form to get in touch should you have any concerns.

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