Writing an application: Tips & examples

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Writing an application: Tips, examples and inspiration

Do you want to write a job application, but you can't find the words in the first line? - Then get practical tips and numerous text examples for every paragraph of your cover letter with this e-book and the video tutorials. You'll also find out first-hand from an employer what you should consider and avoid in your application and interview. Your next job is waiting for you!

90-page e-book that discusses all the important aspects of your application point by point
Writing a job application: practical tips, numerous formulated text examples for various professions
With examples: Address, subject, salutation, introductory sentence, main body and closing phrases
Including 20 sample texts for application letters and 10 e-mail cover letters
Notes on formal criteria, the design of the cover sheet and the CV
In the video: over 45 minutes of best practice and no-gos in the application process from an employer's perspective - from the application to the interview

Write your application! - It's easier this way! Use all the tips and examples to open the door to your next job.

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Usable with:
content: 1 h Video training, 95 PDF pages
Licence: private and commercial Rights of use

Examples of use

Excerpt from the e-book: How to write your cover letter. Inspiration. Examples. Tips.

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On 90 pages you will receive recommendations, tips and examples for writing your application.

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Including videos on best practice and no-gos in the application process from an employer's perspective

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The illustrations show you examples of how you can design your application documents.

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Everything inside? The e-book tells you what you can and should include in your writing.

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You will receive sample wording for all the important components of an application letter.

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You will also receive additional tips on how to prepare your CV.

E-book for writing job applications with tips and examples.

Writing an application: Tips, examples and inspiration

Do you want to write a letter of application, but your keyboard remains untouched from the very first words? - This 90-page e-book can help. We have compiled numerous tips for you to make writing your application easier. Many text examples and sample letters are included.

No-gos and best practices in job application and job interview

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Applying in the creative industry - tips from the perspective of an agency owner: Part 1

The first part is about self-promotion, the Myers-Briggs type indicator, the personal pitch, you as a brand ambassador and the job search. Find out what's important so that you'll still be enjoying working in the creative industry in five years' time.

Applying for jobs in the creative industry - tips from an agency owner's perspective: Part 2

The second part deals exclusively with application documents, focusing on the typical no-gos, including best practice tips. Find out here how you can get away from the comparability of uniform applications and score points for yourself in terms of both design and content.

Applying for jobs in the creative industry - tips from an agency owner's perspective: Part 3

The third part sensitizes you for the job interview. What is important to convince your (dream) company of your merits? What typical mistakes are often made? How can you use small psychological finesse in the application process?

Optimally extract signature.

Crop signature in Photoshop

Would you like to send your application by email and need your signature in digital form? - In this video, we show you how to prepare your scanned signature in the best possible way using Photoshop.

Crop signature in Affinity Photo

Would you like to send your application by email and need your signature in digital form? - In this video, we show you how to prepare your scanned signature in the best possible way using Affinity Photo.

Details of the content

Tips and examples for writing your application
The 90-page e-book "How to write your application letter. Inspiration. Examples. Tips." will help you write your application. How do you get started? How do you structure the header and main body? How do you formulate the concluding sentence? - Find clear answers, clearly presented.
You will receive numerous sample formulations for each section of your application letter. Use them and adapt them to your individual situation. In addition to the tips, you will also find 20 sample letters and 10 e-mail texts as well as design ideas to serve as examples and give you ideas.
On top of this, Matthias Petri, Managing Director of the 4eck Media agency, speaks directly from the perspective of an employer in over 45 minutes of video. What is important to a personnel decision-maker? What mistakes in your application can mean the end? How do you present yourself in the interview? - Take a look at the other side of the application process and get to know your counterpart better.

Writing an application - excerpt from the table of contents

The e-book covers everything from the cover sheet to your letter of application and tips on what you should bear in mind when writing your CV . The following topics are covered:

Free space vs. DIN 5008: To what extent should you adhere to specifications?
Cover page: What should be on it? What can it look like?
Sender, place, date, addressee and subject: What belongs in the header of the application?
Salutation, introduction, greeting, signature, PS and attachments: What do you need to consider?
Main section: How to argue effectively to convince recruiters.
Conclusion: How to formulate your salary expectations, date of recruitment and blocking note.
Tips: How to find mistakes, avoid empty phrases and choose the right font.
Examples: 20 sample letters and 10 texts for email cover letters

Best practice and no-gos in the application process from an employer's perspective

Accompanying the e-book, you will receive three videos in which Matthias Petri tells you directly from practice what else you should pay attention to when applying. Included are a look at design no-gos, tips on how to present yourself during the interview and numerous other tips on the topics of job search, pitch, layout, typography, work samples and cover letters. In over 50 minutes, Matthias Petri draws on years of experience in the creative industry to help you with your application!

Bonus: In two additional videos, you will learn how to digitize your signature using Photoshop and Affinity Photo so that it fits perfectly into your digital application documents.

Including sample letters as inspiring examples

The e-book currently contains 20 sample letters for inspiration.

Advertising industry: graphic designer, app developer, motion designer, two-time media designer, project manager, social media manager, PR officer
Technical professions: Printer, IT support, automotive mechatronics technician
Office/service: call center agent, accountant
Sales & distribution: sales manager, sales representative, restaurant specialist, two-time salesperson
Social professions: educator, healthcare and nursing assistant

Each sample letter relates to a specific situation such as training, permanent position, lateral entry, internship or unemployment. Use formulations adapted to your situation in your own cover letter.