What do hiring managers/CDs like to see on a cover letter when we apply for these creative internships? There's a lot I'm applying for after finishing ad school with a fresh new book of work. For context, they didn't prep us well enough for small things like cover letters and messages to recruiters for things like these lol. Any advice is appreciated!!! Thank you!

likehelpful
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

no one cares about a cover letter. just your book

likehelpful

Cover letters are not part of our industry. Breaking through email clutter with a creative subject line, bullseye.

likesmart

I find building relationships adds more valuable to a job search than a cold outreach asking for a job.

When messaging CDs, try a bit of an ego boost method to get attention. I’d look for recent industry articles and see what work they’re talking about and proud of, if you like that work as well then mention you saw it and love the way they think. And how you would love to grab a coffee and pick their brain. Then go into your looking for internship pitch at coffee if they agree.
If they don’t have time for coffee, pass along your portfolio anyways and see if they’d be willing to book a review of your work a few weeks out. Never hurts to ask.

And try going to networking events, and industry talks to meet people and get your name out there. A lot of CDs don’t have time to build networks at schools anymore, so meeting them at these events will put you top of mind for the new classes of juniors.

likesmarthelpful

Are they asking you for a cover letter?

like

then forget about it unless you write the most spectacular piece of writing you have ever written. And even then it doesn’t really matter….

likesmart

Your book and if you gel well with the team, that’s it.

helpful

brevity

Informational interviews

Literally never seen a cover letter. Hiring managers just send me portfolios.

Related Posts

I am looking to make a career change to HR. I currently make 75K as a sales and development coach. I had a recent offer for a state government position in a talent acquisition role but I’d be taking a $25K pay cut. I am extremely over qualified for the position but it could possibly be a stepping stone and gives me the time to acquire SHRM certifications and possibly start taking classes to get my MBA. My question is those currently in an HR role, would this move make sense to you?

like

If anyone wants a referral to PwC assurance, let me know! I can refer you and respond quickly to messages. The US is offering in-person or fully virtual options!!

like

Looking to leave my current job I need recommendations in UK remote if possible, either ways I am ok to go into the office. Looking for HR/Admin position, have transferable skills. Got Masters CIPD from Westminster, London

like

I did my time and got out and was thrilled but now I am insanely bored and don’t have much motivation. Am considering getting back in or applying to become a police officer / fed...cont

like

Hello guys, Can anyone refers me for the role of manual testing or automation testing? I am an experienced candidate.

like

Hi Fishes,

Required referral at
HSBC HSBC India Pune. Job ID: 0000HDCH

Thank you

like

Been offered a contracting role in reg reporting at Wells Fargo in London. Please can someone tell me how it’s like contracting at Wells Fargo?

like

Starting a new position tomorrow at BA Continuum India Pvt. Ltd. Bank of America, all the documentation & verification is done but I have not received any onboarding info, not even the reporting time. What should I do? Just walk into their office in the morning? HR isn't responding (maybe coz it's weekend) Pls suggest

like

Two months ago applied for a "dream role" at a "dream company" (not an agency). I am qualified for the role & they are looking for ppl with agency experience. a few days after applying a recruiter

like

Hello,
I am looking for job change in L2 Support role
Skills:Pl sql,sql,Linux,Arisg,SAP commissions
Yoe:5.10 years

Kindly help me.

like
like

Hi all, I am an Aws data engineer with 4 years of experience, Aws developer certified. I have only 20 days of notice period left.

Can anyone please refer me to a data engineer role at amazon

like

Trying to break into pharmaceutical or biotech companies. I have 6 plus years of clinical research experience in trial management. I am looking for a remote position preferably! Any referrals would be appreciated it.

like

I think hospitals would benefit tremendously from hiring designers to help facilitate better space utilization, communication, etc.

like

Any openings for APM tool dynatrace

Sr Business Support Admin needed for our firm in Denver. Good WLB / hybrid work offered. DM me for a possible referral 👍

helpful

what is the best way to move in-house from an agency SEO role? are there specific recruiters or strategies to find the roles that anyone has used?

like

I am considering coming into an Analyst role at A&C GPS. I have 1+ years relevant consulting experience and was promoted to Senior Analyst at Accenture. Will this be considered for promotion to consultant at Deloitte a year after start?
If I need to wait two years to make consultant at D I would just stay at Accenture and apply to a consultant role once I qualify.

I am interviewing for nCino as a entry level Support Engineer. They ask for 2 years experience in the financial services industry and knowledge of Salesforce. I have over 1 year experience in the financial industry and 2 years working with Salesforce. I live in Louisiana and it's Remote. What salary should I be aiming for? Total compensation also if you can! What do other Support Engineer get paid

like
like

More Posts

like

Looking for a job,
I have around 3 years of javascript development exp,
jquery html css and django
I want to work on Reactjs looking for oppurtinity since long time.
Referal would help. Thank you

like

Hi Fishes, Just wanted to know what is the salary band of associate 2 in Tax profile? Location is either Kolkata or Bangalore or Hyderabad.

How much is it okay to ask for Senior Customer Success Manager base pay + bonus etc?

Coming from the 80k range now and been with my company forever so out of the job search loop… so anything over would be great but have no idea what to ask for and don’t want to sell myself short.

like

Does an Indian living in the US for 2 years need the do the medical exam for Canada immigration?

My company is in the process of filing my GC. DOL sent back my prevailing wage determination and the lawyers said that they need to re-do some additional parts of the recruitment. What does this mean? How much more time does this add to my process for applying for an i-140?

likehelpful

Anybody up in chicago area 34 M here

like

Shout out to @nonequitypartner. We see you. Keep up the good work, and pls fix, thx.

likefunnysmart

If you or anyone you know needs an award-winning, strategic, conceptual, creative copywriter, my schedule is opening up. From TV to websites to social content, if a brand or business needs ideas and words, I’ve got a few.

like

Any trust and estate attorney openings in Texas?

like

Typical analyst salary in London for a Tier 3-4 firm? Like big 4/ACN?

Any perspectives on Strategy& Deals Strategy team in the UK? How do they compare with the likes of other T2 shops (EY-Parthenon / LEK / Oliver Wyman) in terms of comp, sectors and clients?

like

Help!
Planning on moving to London from New York for with 9mo baby in January. Would love some advice on the following topics:
1) Areas to look for affordable housing in a good area - potentially 2bed within the 1500 range?
2) would you recommend owning a car or would public transport be sufficient?
3) How does child care work (nanny/daycare)?
4) Is there an option to hire help for regular cooking, household chores, etc? If yes, what are the prices charged?
5) how does pay work with a transfer?

like

To the post below- it is quiet, so I’ll bite!
Does anyone know about associate compensation at the regional Atlantic Canada firms? The the big ones have all been posting job ads for associates in the 3-5 year range. Any insight on salary and billable targets?

Hi Fishes what is notice period in kyndryl in probation period.
How many months is probation period

like

Women in PA - talk to me about times you’ve felt marginalized in the workplace

like

Not as good as Moskowitz, but my low FODMAP meal prep since my stomach hates me!

Post Photo
likesmart

Tomorrow is my lwd in LTI and suddenly my laptop stopped charging.
Will I get relieving ?😱

like

Any single girls in Bangalore?

like

Additional Posts in Advertising

like

Upvote if you're from Belgium and need to create stuff that work in 3 f*cking languages for less than 12.000.000 people 🇧🇪

like

What, exactly, are these Archive global creative "rankings" based on? I see people posting/humbled-and-honored'ing on LinkedIn and feel like posting that I'm the #17 CD/AD/Freelancer as ranked by both Better Homes & Gardens AND Cat Fancy Magazines.

likeupliftingfunny

Anybody have success requesting to go from 100% on one account to 50/50 or at least floating around a bit more? Any tips welcome 🙏

like

Thanks to the robots, there’s just not a lot left to do.

So why do we still have to spend all our waking time playing office?

likefunny

Hypothetically, what might happen, if Strat said to fishbowl they needed a virtual hug? Other than CD potentially saying something snarky and mean ...hypothetically only.

like

Hey. An observation. Every post and comment on here for the past month has been negative as fuck. Yes, life is rough right now. But advertising as a paying job is hilarious and we should all take a beat to remember that.

like

Favorite free item in your office ?

like

Anything specifically to ask when receiving an offer?

like

Any fishies in new york have official snow days?

likehelpful

What’s the worst advice you’ve ever gotten in this business?

Mine, as an account person: “You should take more credit for the creative that’s presented.”

funny

Anyone else feel like your junior creatives don't want to be creative?? Ex: "I'd love to see some new options. Anything you'd like, no restrictions" response "Do we have to? They'll never buy it"😳

like

I had to reject an offer from a company last year due to COVID concerns and not being able to relocate. Would it be a bad idea to reach out and inquire about it again?

like

I know, I know I shouldn’t complain but it HATE my job. My mental health has never been worse. And I’m so so beyond unhappy. Any advice to get through this seeing as the job market might be difficult to navigate at this time?

like

I’m considering making a jump from planner to analyst. Thoughts? Anything I should know?

like

What are the rules for OT?? Can you get OT on a salary or is there a cut off or does it vary by company? Curious because two friends make the same amount at different places but only one can get OT.

like

Which do you prefer?

“Give me a deadline and I’ll get the work done”
or

“when I get this done I’ll let you know and we can figure out when the client will see it.”

like

It’s hard to be motivated when rounds of layoffs happen and you see all your friends leave. But one thing that’s gotten me through all of this is working out. And when I say workout I mean the most pathetic, sad, barely completed beginner-level cardio dance routines. I’ve somehow forced myself to move while on lockdown and it’s somehow forced me to feel better. Whatever you’re doing, wherever you are: get up and move even if you don’t finish or end up going on a walk. Pls take care of yourself❤️

like

What do you put in your timesheet after a day of staring at your computer? We all have days that are less than productive, right? Speaking as a creative, anyway.

like

Community Manager: Outdated term for social. What would you rebrand it as for a more real-time & accurate description of life in social? 🤔

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal