"Dear Sir/Madam. Pls find attached resume 'finalCV2022.pdf'"... DELETE!

A strong CV and portfolio can still get missed if the email around them is weak. Stephen Drew explains why application emails, subject lines and PDF file names matter when applying for architecture jobs, and how candidates can avoid being overlooked, mislabelled as spam or deleted before their CV and portfolio are reviewed. The conversation covers: Why the application email is part of the first impression How subject lines and file names affect whether an application is found Why vague messages can be missed in a busy practice inbox How to make a CV and portfolio easier to review What candidates should check before pressing send Read the episode notes: Dear Sir/Madam. Pls find attached resume finalCV2022.pdf ____ Chapters 00:00 Why application emails matter 03:00 Technical note and setting up the topic 06:00 The first impression before the CV and portfolio 10:00 Subject lines, attachments and PDF names 15:00 Why vague applications get missed or deleted 20:00 Tone, structure and clarity in application emails 26:00 Making it easy for a practice to review you 32:00 Avoiding spam folders, lost inboxes and weak file names 38:00 Practical checklist before sending 44:00 Final reminders for stronger applications ____ Architecture Social Find more architecture career advice, practice insight and live roles at Architecture Social. Explore more conversations on the Architecture Social Podcast, browse free resources at Architecture Social Resources, or join the community at Architecture Social Club. ____ Affiliate learning partner We have partnered with ArchAdemia, an online learning platform built by architects, for architects. Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on the monthly or annual membership. Architecture Social may earn a commission if you join through our link or use the code.