Sample Letters of Recommendation
Subject: Letter of Recommendation for Mr. James Miller
To Whom It May Concern:
James worked under my supervision as an editorial a istant from September 10, 1997, until April 5, 1998. His
re o ibilities included conducting research and interviews, fact checking, and writing brief front-of-the-book pieces, in
addition to some clerical duties. During the course of his employment, James proved himself to be an able employee, a
hard worker, and a talented writer.
I was quite impre ed by James' ability to complete all work a igned to him on time, if not before it was due. His
research was always thorough and comprehe ive, and his fact checking always accurate. We sometimes allow our editorial
a istants to do some writing, but James' talents prompted us to a ign him more pieces than the norm. His writing is clear,
concise, and evocative.
Overall, James is a very co cientious and able employee. I certainly believe he has what it takes to make a wonderful
editor someday, and I am sad to see him leave. I strongly recommend James for any mid-level editorial position in
publishing.
Sincerely,
Edward P. Larkin
Executive Editor
