What do i need to put on my cover letter?

Question

What do i need to put on my cover letter?

Answer 1

Do not mail cover-letters to Agencies the receptionist puts them in the trash-can, she is too busy to read them, and the Agetns are too busy to read them.  

Mail a postcard that includes information about the play in which you will appear.

Talent Agents do not have time to read  letters, they are busy on the telephone, trying to get jobs for their clients.

Mail your most recent headshot and short note, informing the

Agents, when and where you will perform.  

Join the Community Theater and the Community College Theater.  

Otherwise you will never meet an agent.  

audition, audition, audition, perform, perform, perform, or choose another career.

When inviting agents, always leave 2 comps (one for agent, one for agent trainee, or guest) to your show.

Answer 2

When writing your cover letter be sure that you address the letter to the specific contact or agency. Recent studies have shown that cover letters with the salutation "To whom it may concern," are 50 percent more likely to be thrown out before being read. A personalized cover letter displays formality, courtesy and forethought; all characteristics a casting director is looking for.

Even though your cover letter needs to be professional you also need to include a little of your own personality in the writing. As long as you maintain the maximum paragraph guidelines and include proper error-checking techniques you can feel free to be personable with your message.

Always remember to sign your cover letter at the bottom. While it may seem like a small and unnecessary detail it is actually quite important. By signing your cover letter you are demonstrating a willingness to make your cover letter and therefore your communication, more personal