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Minuteman Press - Colchester
113 Acorn Lane, Suite 2
Colchester, VT 05446
Phone: 802.864.5440
Fax: 802.864.5606
info@minutemanvermont.com

Monday - Friday 8:30-4:30

Minuteman Press - Montpelier
407 Barre Street, Suite 1
Montpelier, VT 05602
Phone: 802.229.0660
Fax: 802.223.0366
info@minutemanvermont.com

Monday - Friday 8:30-4:30

Minuteman Press - Colchester
113 Acorn Lane, Suite 2
Colchester, VT 05446
Phone: 802.864.5440
Fax: 802.864.5606
info@minutemanvermont.com

Monday - Friday 8:30-4:30

Minuteman Press - Montpelier
407 Barre Street, Suite 1
Montpelier, VT 05602
Phone: 802.229.0660
Fax: 802.223.0366
info@minutemanvermont.com

Monday - Friday 8:30-4:30

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Real people, all the time.

Call us old-fashioned, but we believe your print projects should be handled by people rather than computers. That's why we work with you every step of the way to make sure your projects are executed to your liking the first time around. 

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  • We help our customers plan and execute direct mail campaigns from start to finish.

  • We can create stunning booklets with a wide variety of finishing and binding options.

  • We print a wide selection of labels and stickers in varying sizes, shapes and finishes.

  • We can create brochures of all shapes and sizes and offer a wide variety of finishing and folding options.

  • We can create customized multiple part forms and checks for your business.

  • We help our clients create custom menus and menu masters to reflect the quality of their restaurant.

  • Broadcast your message and attract new customers with affordable rack cards that are sure to grab attention.

  • We can provide you with all your greeting card and invitation needs, from those essential corporate holiday greeting cards down to simple event invitations.

  • Whether you need a simple one-color design or multi-color with foil embossing, we'll deliver personal and professional stationery you will be proud to use.

  • A simple postcard could be your next big marketing piece. Let us help you create one that gets noticed, read and remembered.

  • Organize your materials with professionally designed, custom-printed binders and tabs.

  • Have an event coming up? We're your ticket to tickets with a wide variety of styles and sizes.

  • If looking professional is important, then dressing up your documents in quality presentation folders is a must. It can even increase your odds of landing a potential client.

  • Choose the gift that keeps on selling. Selecting the right product from our extensive list of promotional products can provide a great return on your investment.

  • They're not just for restaurants anymore. Table tents are great for any type of countertop display or for events where you want to promote something special.

  • Eye-catching, colorful door hangers can be an effective way of getting someone's attention while delivering your message.

Let us work, for you!

Minuteman Press is a locally owned and operated commercial print and mail company with locations in Colchester and Montpelier, Vermont. We have been serving businesses in Northern Vermont and beyond since our humble beginnings back in 1986. We offer both digital and offset printing services as well as full commercial direct mail services, making us a true one-stop-shop for our clients.

Jon and Nancy Cunningham purchased their first Minuteman Press shop back in 2003 when the company was located in South Burlington, VT. In 2005, they purchased their second shop in Montpelier. The South Burlington location later moved to Hinesburg and then to it's current location on Acorn Lane in Colchester. 

We are proud to be a small local Vermont business. Our staff of 15 works diligently to make sure your projects are planned and executed exactly to your liking and within your budget and time constraints. We pride ourselves on offering you affordable, high quality products with exceptional customer service to match. Get to know us a little better, and we are confident that you'll like what you see.

-Owners Jon and Nancy Cunningham

October 20, 2025

How to Write the Perfect Cover Letter

So, you’re in the job market. Or… maybe you’re not. Maybe you’re in the market of hiring those in the job market. Maybe you really just like to keep your business profile up-to-date. Whatever it is, you’re interested in learning more about cover letters. 

Cover letters may be the most complicated part of the job search. How are you supposed to format them? Who do you address them to? What do you actually say? Cover letters may seem difficult, but they don’t have to be. Today we’re going to “cover” how to write the perfect cover letter and market yourself for your job search. 

  • Header Information. First, be sure to include your contact information in the header section of the cover letter. This should be easy to spot and quick to read through for potential employers. One simple trick is to use the same header for your cover letter as you do for your resume. This way, not only do you look more professional, but also more consistent.

     

  • Personal Greeting. Forget the “To Whom It May Concern” greeting. Your cover letter should be addressed to an actual person within the company. This should be the recruiter, hiring manager, head of human resources or the head of the department you’re applying to. Be as specific as possible. This makes your letter more personal and relatable, rather than the generic greeting.

     

  • Short Format. The perfect cover letter is short, sweet and to the point. On average, a cover letter should be no more than one page long—front side only, with three paragraphs, an introduction, a body and conclusion. With length comes the design of the letter. Make sure your design format is as clean and crisp as possible, with no crazy colors or fonts.

     

  • Attention Getter. The first component in the letter itself should be your attention getter. Remember: recruiters read cover letters all the time, so you want to make sure to peak their interest early on. Explain who you are and what experience you have that makes you the ideal candidate. Be sure to mention the company and the position you’re applying for, along with the name of anyone at the company who has referred you. 

     

  • Skills Demonstration. Next up comes demonstrating your skills. If you are applying for a specific position, read through the job description very carefully to find any skills they mention, then include those skills—and examples of them—in your cover letter. What makes you a great fit for this position? More importantly, what can you do to help the company?

     

  • Resume Outline. Here’s where people can get confused. Your cover letter should outline your resume, not regurgitate it. Recruiters already have your resume; they don’t need another one. Outline some of the experience from your resume, but delve deeper into applicable areas for your cover letter. If you have gaps in your resume, the cover letter is an excellent place to explain those further.

     

  • Company’s Culture. Be sure to touch on the company’s culture and values toward the end of your cover letter. You want recruiters to know that you’re a well-rounded person, not just someone who’s in it for the money. Mention something you admire about their culture, how you would fit in or even what you could contribute to it.

     

  • Closing Paragraph. Finally, the closing paragraph: summarize, but don’t make it sound redundant. Hit on the main points of your cover letter, then let it go. Mention how you look forward to hearing back from them in the future. Then of course, sign and send.

Writing your cover letter may seem like a daunting task, but with the right outline it can be a piece of cake. Keep these major components in mind next time you go to write your perfect cover letter, and see how you can market yourself to earn that next position.