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cover letter... gender?

I'm writing a cover letter for my resume, which the recipient has requested be sent by email.  The recipient is not someone I have ever met, and I can't find a picture or info (beyond confirmation that this person does have a position at the company) through google.  His/Her first name is "Jamie".  How do I address this?  I feel like "Dear Sir or Madame" is weird since I clearly know the person's name - it's in the email address.  Do I write "Dear Jamie Lastname"? Is that formal enough?

Re: cover letter... gender?

  • I think Dear Jamie Lastname is a great way to cover your bases.
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  • imageDr.Loretta:
    I think Dear Jamie Lastname is a great way to cover your bases.
    I feel this is safe. You obviously know who it's supposed to go to. I wouldn't address it: dear sir, even if I was sure of the gender
  • Did you try looking for this person on Linkedin?  There could possibly be a picture or maybe even a recommendation from someone that indicates gender.

     

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  • Thanks everyone.  I was never going to go with Dear Sir alone... I usually do Dear Mr/Ms/Dr Lastname, though. It seems more formal than Dear Firstname Lastname somehow.  I only do Dear Sir or Madame if the company hasn't given a contact name.  (That's pretty rare. I can usually find someone to address it to)

    Why couldn't he/she have gotten a doctorate? Totally solve all my problems.

    I went with Dear Jamie Lastname. 

  • Linkedin was one I hadn't tried... but no luck.  There are two Jamie Lastnames on Facebook. Of course, there is one of each gender, and they both have private profiles.

    I would make a horrible spy. 

  • I think "Dear Jamie Lastname" is appropriate, but you could also call the main number of the company and ask the receptionist. Then you'll know for certain.
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