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Put the community service on your application. Being a big corporation like Best Buy, they're probably going to do a background check anyway. Honesty is ALWAYS the best policy. Besides, having to do community service isn't the end of the world. In an interview, you can always explain how you've learned your lesson, etc. At this point, you have nothing to lose by telling the truth. But if you lie, you'll have everything to lose when the shit hits the fan, and it will.
 
I have phone interview any minute now. It's with a group home teaching mentally handicapped/challenged students. It's only $10 an hour. I'm hoping to get hired as a sub... that's what I applied for. Subs get $15 an hour and I can still have Thursdays for pharm tech training. I'm just waiting for the phone to ring.
 
I didn't get hired on the spot.

But they could still hire me.

I am thinking positively.
 
Check my cover letter?

This is my CV, which I was hoping to email as is to some radio stations and recording studios with my resume attached
I just wanted some input



Dear Sir/Madam,

I wish to apply for a position of employment (or work experience) in your company and have included my resume for consideration.

I would like to introduce myself to you. My name is censored and I have a keen interest in sound engineering.

I have applied to study a certificate III in Technical Production at TAFE and I'm expecting to be accepted.

I have used computers all my life and I am a very quick learner when it comes to technology, I am also quite intuitive when it comes to operating programs.

I have breif experience with sound programs such as FL Studio and Audacity, and I know a little bit about frequencies.

I enjoy listening to music and I have a flexible demeanour.

If given the opportunity, I would make effective use of my time with your company in an effort to learn as much as I can.

I have good people skills, and am able to work with a wide range of people. I work well individually as well as part of a team. I am punctual and good at communicating, both conveying my thoughts as well as understanding others'.

I'm known to be reliable and trustworthy and I pride myself with my honesty. I bring with me a “can do” approach to work.

Please be assured that you will not regret taking the time to interview me, looking forward to hearing from you in the near future.

Thank you for taking the time to go through my application.

Yours sincerely,

censored
 
shit sounds like my cover letters lol. I always say i work well individually and as part of a team, well glad i'm not the only one.

Other than that, i wouldn't say 'I have good people skills' or 'good at communicating', maybe say that you are very personable or effective at working with a large variety of people. The word 'good' is the problem there, so just change that to something else. Same with, "I bring with me a 'can do' attitude", instead say you bring a positive attitude everywhere you go or to work or something, just avoid using the word 'me'.


Don't say things like, 'i know a little bit', it's great to be humble but it may look like you don't have confidence. So instead say you have experience with programs such as FL Studio and Audacity. You should try to get some experience with different audio programs as well, if it would help.

At the end say, thank you for taking the time to consider my application or thank you for considering my application, 'going through' sounds a bit informal to me.

I would also look out for using the word 'and' too many times, it's redundant and perhaps not make it into a bunch of paragraphs, although it is easy to read, i'm not sure on that one, maybe someone else can help. Don't take anything i said personally, hopefully i helped a little bit. I wish you well in your job search.
 
don't capitalize "sir" or "madam." i wouldn't even use 'em. "Dear reader(s)," works great for cover letter. make sure to include your personal information and company information above your letter in the appropriate format. google for details on that. instead of just saying you want to apply for a position in their company, specify what position or type of position you are interested in. if you are interested in just about any job you can get with the company, something like "I am interested in any entry level, full-time position at your blank location." but if that is the case, be sure to include why you are interested in their company.

you gotta block those lines into full paragraphs. in the first paragraph, how you heard about the company, what position(s) you are interested in, and why. information about yourself that shows why you are qualified in the second. not a repeat of your resume--some overlap is ok--but any slightly less formal attributes that you want to mention. looks like you got some good stuff, just doesn't need to be so divided. and i wouldn't include that you are known to be reliable and pride yourself in blah, blah. sounds like filler. or assuring them they won't regret giving you chance. not something you need to say.

then end similar to how you do. but in one paragraph. where you thank them for taking the time, "looking forward...," and whatnot. also, in this final paragraph, mention how you can be contacted--contact info should be supplied above and/or below the letter--and when you will be available for an interview and employment.

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maybe never mind what i said about how to address your reader. i was talkin' like an american.

and good luck!
 
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Don't apologize Robot, you should be saying 'you're welcome'!
Thanks for the help guys, I wanted some critique and advice/tips.
Here's my second edition CV:

---------------------------------------------------------------------------All that info

Dear reader(s)
I wish to apply for an entry level position of employment (or work experience) working in the audio sector of your company and have included my resume for consideration.
I would like to introduce myself to you. My name is censored and I have a keen interest in sound engineering. I would love to be in the same environment as the sound engineers who work at your company so that I'm able to learn as much as I can. I have already applied to study a certificate III in Technical Production at TAFE (Salisbury Campus) and I'm expecting to be accepted.

I've been using computers all my life and I'm a very quick learner when it comes to technology, I am also quite intuitive when it comes to operating programs. I enjoy listening to a wide range of music and I have a flexible demeanour. I am very personable and am able to work with a wide range of people. I work well individually as well as part of a team. I am punctual and good at communicating, both conveying my thoughts as well as understanding others'.

Please be assured that you will not regret taking the time to interview me, looking forward to hearing from you in the near future. Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. I can be contacted via email at censored or by phone at censored
Yours sincerely,
censored
 
This second one is much better bro. I haven't studied how to write cover letters or resume's in like a decade or so, if you have the time I'd suggest looking at some examples (or some more) on the net and/or checking out a book or 2 at the library. One of the best steps I took back in the day was doing this and learning to revise my resume from a chronological format to a functional/skills based resume where I highlighted my accomplishments in the resume rather than simply listing my job responsibilities.

I think a couple of the most important thing I learned were to match what I love doing to the job I was seeking and also RAISING the companies expectations of what they could expect from meeting/interviewing/hiring me.

Not sure if I'll be able to offer any specific advise on how to improve upon your current cover letter, my learning is dated and always focused more on the cv/resume but I'll take a stab at it in a minute (p.s my spelling sucks ass so get a 12 year old to proof read anything I write if you don't have access to spell check lol)
 
I'm going to put a few suggestions for your consideration in (( )) below throughout the letter, maybe something will give you an idea that may be useful:

DeathDomokun said:
Don't apologize Robot, you should be saying 'you're welcome'!
Thanks for the help guys, I wanted some critique and advice/tips.
Here's my second edition CV:

---------------------------------------------------------------------------All that info

Dear reader(s)
I am excited to apply for ((if you can reasearch the company to come up with specific job titles it might help in demonstrating you went the extra mile to learn about the company, helping you stand out from those with more rote/boilerplate cover letters)) working in the audio sector of your company. Enclosed is a copy of my resume highlighting my skills and accomplishments in the field.
My name is censored and I have a strong passion for sound engineering. Not only would I love to be in the same environment as the sound engineers who work at your company, I look forward to the opportunity to share my passion for X while applying myself- not crazy about that phrasing- and continuing learn as much as possible about the field. I have recently applied, and expect to be accepted, to study a certificate III in Technical Production at TAFE (Salisbury Campus).

Computers and technology have been life-long passions of mine, I'm a very quick learner, and I am also quite intuitive when it comes to operating programs. I enjoy listening to a wide range of music, am a team player, flexible, and devoted to my goal of excelling in this field. I am confident that when you check with my references you will learn that not only am I very personable and and easy to kwork with, I also go the extra mile to accomplish everything I set my mind to. I also work well individually, have the ability to multi-task, and have solid communicating skills. My love for x- sound engenerring, whatever-, combined with my eagerness to learn and excell in this field make me the ideal candidate to be a stong asset to your company.

I guarentee that you will by making the right choice to schedule an interview with me, and look forward to hearing from you in the near future. Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. I can be contacted via email at censored or by phone at censored
Yours sincerely,
censored
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I might have duplicated some phrases that need adjusting, or more comprehensive reorganization, but hope some of it helps.
Peace and good luck bro!
 
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where did you get your free resume template?

Hey, I'm in the process of getting a job, and I need to make a resume for my possible employers.
I cant find one on my windows xp pc.

Where can I get a free downloadable template or format? And not have to pay for it eventually like alot of what is advertised on the internet.

Where did you get yours? Office Max, Staples etc? What did you pay?
thanks alot.
 
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There are tutorials on youtube. Plus if you google it, you'll get tons of drafts.
 
I'd scrap the cover letter entirely, and walk into the studio with your resume and see if there is anyone you can speak to about the possibility of work expierience.

If somebody will speak with you, then tell them all those things in your own words. Once done, mention again your passion for the industry and ask if they will take a copy of your CV for consideration should anything arise. Much greater impact, will put you front of mind. A generic cover letter puts you in the pile with the other hundred just like it.
 
^ I bought a pc from a guy, and it didnt come with word, it has "open office". I literally have spent like 5 hours looking for a resume builder.
I cant download anything from the web that is Word, because something on my pc prevents me from converting it sometimes.
 
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