Cover Letter Formatting Do's and Don'ts

Posted by Brisbane Pro Resume Writing on 3 Jun 2025

When you are seeking a job, a well-written resume and cover letter are essential. But, having good content doesn’t suffice. The layout that you write your letter in is just as important as your content. A badly formatted cover letter can leave a bad impression on the manager who is hiring While a professionally formatted one can make your company stand out from the competition. In this article, we’ll go over the rules and guidelines for the formatting of your cover letter, and discuss why it may be beneficial to have an experienced professional such as Brisbane Pro Resume Writing handle the formatting for you.

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

  1. Do use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial and Calibri are all options. Beware of using too fancy or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font, size and format in the letter of cover.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Make use of single lines or 1.15 lines, and make sure you leave plenty of white space to make the letter easy to read.
  4. Include your contact information at the top of the letter. This includes your address, name along with your telephone number and email.
  5. Make sure to personalize your letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring as much as you can, and customize the letter to the specific job and company that you’re applying for.

Let’s get to the don’ts of cover letter format.

  1. Don’t make use of a template. Every cover letter needs to be unique and tailored to the particular job and organization you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t exceed one page. Keep the letter concise and to the main point.
  3. Don’t go overboard with your formatting. Choose a simple, professional layout.
  4. Do not forget to proofread. Double-check spelling and grammar mistakes prior to sending the letter.
  5. Don’t forget to acknowledge the letter.

While it’s important to pay attention to the format for your letter of cover, it’s difficult and time-consuming to write it yourself. That’s where a professional resume writing service like Brisbane Pro Resume Writing comes in. Our team of experts know how to structure a cover letter that will help you stand out from the competition. We’ll handle the formatting, so you can focus on the contents the letter.

In addition, our team will assist you in adjusting your cover letter to the specific job that you’re applying for. In addition, we’ll review for grammar and spelling errors, and make sure your letter is concise easily read.

A well-written cover letter can make all an impact on your search for a job. If you follow the do’s and don’ts of cover letter formatting and perhaps hiring a professional company like Brisbane Pro Resume Writing to handle the formatting for you then you’ll be on your way to writing a professional cover letter that will help you stand out from the other applicants. Contact us at 1300 456 098 or use the contact form to reach us with any questions you may have.

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