Composing application messages

When employers request a r$$sum$,$ they expect the applicant to include an application message with the r$$sum$$ submission. Whether sending your r$$sum$$ through the mail or electronically, you should include an application message $($otherwise known as a cover message$).$

Application or cover messages are similar to $$

Which is the most effective application message attention$-$getter?

Thank you for reading my application letter. You will most likely find my qualifications are excellent. You should review my r$$sum$$ for further details; however, I would like to tell you about just a few highlights.

Your vice president of marketing, Mr$.$ Benz, recently informed me of an opening in your organization's market research department. As a recent graduate with two years' market research experience with a regional marketing firm, I would bring solid experience, analytical skill, and knowledge of cutting$-$edge research techniques to your firm.

Your company has an opening in the market research department. I know that your company would benefit from my experience, analytical skill, and knowledge of cutting$-$edge research techniques.