Modern Cover Letter Template
A clean, contemporary design with a centered accent header.
A contemporary letter with a centered header and an indigo accent.
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Format notes
- A centered header and accent rule give it a clean, current look.
- Compact spacing suits short, focused letters that get to the point.
- Reads well both as an email application and as a printed page.
About this template
The Modern cover letter template is a contemporary design built around a centered header and a clean accent rule. System sans-serif type and a compact line height keep a short, focused letter easy to scan, while the indigo accent adds a current, confident touch without decoration. It suits technology, product, marketing, and other modern roles where hiring managers skim quickly and value a direct, well-organized letter. The layout supports both a formal letter structure and an email-style application, and it stays readable on screen and in print. Choose Modern if you want a crisp, current letter that mirrors a compact, modern resume.
Best suited for
- Tech and product roles
- Modern, fast-moving companies
- Short, scannable letters
Modern cover letter FAQ
Who is the Modern cover letter template for?
Technology, product, marketing, and other modern roles where a crisp, contemporary presentation fits the team.
Is the Modern cover letter template ATS-friendly?
It uses standard text with a real header and headings. Cover letters are read by people more than parsers, but nothing here blocks machine readability.
Can I change the header alignment?
The centered header is the template's default. You can still set per-item alignment for the sender block and other sections in the builder.
Is the Modern cover letter template free?
Yes. It is included in the Free plan and can be previewed without an account.
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