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Video and motion cover letter example: results first
A cover letter for video and motion jobs that leads with what you achieved, not with what you were responsible for. Copy it, replace the parts in [brackets] and use the words of the posting you answer.
- Open video and motion jobs today
- 119
- Can be done from home
- 22%
- Median advertised pay
- $150K
Dear Hiring Manager, I am applying for the Motion Designer position at [Company]. I have [number] years of experience as a video and motion, most recently at [Current company], where my focus is animation, video editing, storyboarding, sound. Two results from that work: - Made 45 product videos in a year; the launch film was watched 1.2 million times - Animated 80 interface moments for the mobile app [One or two sentences on why this company: a product you use, a goal from the posting, a problem you can help with.] I would bring the same focus on measurable results to your team. I would welcome the chance to talk about how I can help. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, [Your name]
Questions about a video and motion cover letter
- What should a video and motion cover letter include?
- Three things: the role you are applying for, one or two results from your video and motion work with numbers, and one specific reason you want this company. Name the skills the posting names; for this work the most frequent today are Figma.
- Do video and motion jobs ask for a cover letter?
- Many postings make it optional. A short letter still helps when the application form has a place for it.
- How long should a video and motion cover letter be?
- Three short paragraphs, under 250 words: a screen without scrolling. Recruiters read the first lines and the results; everything else is skipped.