The problem with my online application is that it looks completely fake. My last employer was one the top ad agencies in NYC. My second to last job was Animation Instructor for the largest animation company in Malaysia (which no longer exists). The 3rd and last job title I entered was Cashier at a pizzeria. It wasn't completely chronological but I wanted them to read something close to Retail. Unfortunately, I listed my reason for leaving was to work on a film set in NJ. I sound very reliable. Anyway, I thought the only way to redeem my application was to write a cover letter stating all the none art related jobs I have had in the last 20 years.
Here is my far from great letter: I there are about 100 "I"'s but whatever. eh grammar.
Hello C0ntainer Store,
I have a BFA from the of School of Visu@l Arts majoring in Traditional Animation. Although most of my employment application shows non-retail work...I began working as a paper carrier at the age of 11.
I threw papers for over 3 years. I carried over 100 new papers either on my shoulders or around the handle bars of my Murray bicycle. I interacted with costumers and woke up very early on Saturday mornings. At age 13 I took up a second part-time job at the Paris Park Pool concession stand. I was responsible serving costumers as well as the end-of -day money count. Until I was 15, I served fountain drinks and chili cheese Frito pies at a number of small concession stand sporting events.
Later, I was hired as a cook at Pizza Hut
During my senior year of high school I began working as a cashier for McDonald's. My responsibilities included taking orders at the counter and drive-thru, making fries, and closing. I often worked the Saturday and Sunday morning shift when the farmers came into town for breakfast. The line would spill out the front door.
While in collage, I animated for a number of student and independent films for cash, landscaped, and scanned/colored animation for the company, Possible Worlds. Also I created an animated opening for a Loews Cineplex training video. After graduation, my job titles have included Nanny, Film Production Assistant, Driver, Animation Director, Animatic Editor, Illustrator, Storyboard Artist, Graphic Designer and Background Artist.
When I am not working or looking work, I am training for the 2010 ING NYC Marathon with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training. I do not use drugs although I drink socially. I also enjoy playing soccer and riding my bike. And of course I love to lift boxes and place them neatly. I hope I can join your team.
2 comments:
arg I misspelled college. there goes my dream.
You misspelled "customer" as "costumer". I love you.
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