TEMPLATE 1 — Short ATS / portal message
Hi! I’m applying for the [ROLE] position and I’m especially interested in [X] (and [Y]) from the description.

In short:
- [proof 1: impact + context + tech]
- [proof 2: impact + context + tech]

Link: [GitHub/Portfolio] (relevant project: [Project name])

If helpful, I can do a quick 15–20 min call this week and walk through what I did on [topic].
Thanks,
[NAME]

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TEMPLATE 2 — Email application
Subject: Application — [ROLE] — [NAME]

Hi [Name/Team],

I’m applying for the [ROLE] position. From the description, I’m particularly interested in [X] (and [Y]).

Why I’m a strong fit:
- [proof 1: impact + context + tech]
- [proof 2: impact + context + tech]
- [proof 3 (optional): ownership / quality / collaboration]

Why this role/company (1 specific sentence): [product / domain / problem type / stack]

CV attached.
Links: [LinkedIn] · [GitHub/Portfolio]

If it makes sense, I’d be happy to do a short call to clarify scope and next steps.
Best,
[NAME]

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TEMPLATE 3 — Referral
Subject: Application — [ROLE] — referred by [REFERRER NAME] — [NAME]

Hi [Name/Team],

[REFERRER NAME] suggested I apply for the [ROLE] position. Based on the role scope, I think the [X] area is a strong match.

Highlights:
- [proof 1: impact + context + tech]
- [proof 2: impact + context + tech]

Link: [GitHub/Portfolio]

I’m available for a short call in [time window] if useful.
Best,
[NAME]