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SFTV Career Connect Xavier Hall, Suite 216 310-338-6048 http://sftv.lmu.edu/connect

Penny Nickel 1 LMU Drive C-5555 • Los Angeles, CA 90045 • 310-555-0101• penny.nickel@lion.lmu.edu

September 1st, 2014

Fozzie Bear Productions internships@fozziebear.com Address (If Known) Dear Mr. Elbert/Internship Coordinator,

My name is Penny Nickel and I am extremely interested in the production internship at Fozzie Bear Productions that I heard about from Loyola Marymount University’s Entertainment Industry Internship Program. I am an undergraduate production major in my senior year and am confident that with my experience, dedication and passion for entertainment, I will be an excellent fit for this position. My past experiences have provided me with the ability to jump into any position, adapt and provide top notch customer service and support to my employers.

In my current internship with Scooter Entertainment, I am assisting with post-production for a film that wrapped this summer and providing production assistance on commercial shoots. In addition, I have worked on a number of student films, as a Director, 1st AD, 2nd AD, Production Assistant and Grip. I believe I can be an asset to Fozzie Bear Productions because of my clear understanding of and appreciation for your distinctive production style. Many of your films, such as, Run Up and Bad Morning, explore new and cutting edge editing and after effects technology that I would love to contribute to in some way. Having an opportunity to intern with your company and learn from such a reputable production and engineering team, would truly be an honor.

This internship would be an invaluable opportunity for me to apply my skills as a film student, while learning more about the production side of the entertainment industry. I am available at your convenience for an interview and would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about the internship position at Fozzie Bear Productions. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Best,

Penny Nickel

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Dear (Mr. Smith/Hiring Manager), Introduction

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