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For my senior project, I completed a website for a local start-up business. With my leadership abilities, creative skills, and related background, I would work hard to be an effective member of your staff.  \n• For a recent Otis campus-wide event, I designed advertising materials which resulted in a fifty percent increase in student turnout, over the previous year. Through this experience and an internship with MGM, I have developed skills which would add value to your promotional campaigns.  \nCenter [for Creative Professions](for Creative Professions | Otis College of Art and Design | www.otis.edu/careers |9045)[ | Otis College of Art and Design | www.otis.edu/careers |9045](for Creative Professions | Otis College of Art and Design | www.otis.edu/careers |9045) Lincoln Blvd. Los Angeles, [CA 90045 | CCP@otis.edu |](CA 90045 | CCP@otis.edu |) (424) 207-2490  \nCOVER LETTER | GUIDE PAGE TWO  \n• The enclosed resume highlights my experience in graphic design. As one of the few students chosen to work with the Career Services Office at Otis, I have incorporated my unique and practical design project techniques. My accomplishments in this area have prepared me to make a strong contribution to your organization in the areas of marketing and branding.  \nFINAL PARAGRAPH  \nWrap it up and let the employer know that you appreciate his/her time. Indicate how to reach you.  \n• Thank you very much for taking the time to consider my resume. If you have any questions please contact me.  \n• A letter and resume can tell only so much about my qualifications. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my background with you, in person.  \n• Please find my resume enclosed. I will plan on contacting you in the next two weeks to schedule an interview. 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