gentleman,
i wish to apply for a position with your publishing house .i am xx years old and am at present employed by the peterson press, where i have been for the past five years. formerly i was employed by the xxxxxx where i had been working for nearly five years.
my only reason for leaving either of those positions would be to better myself and i feel there is no further opportunity in my present position.
the editorial work has always had a great appeal to me as i have some ability in writing and editorial work.
i can give you references from both these press houses as to my character and ability as an editor.
truly yours,
xxx