Functions of a resume

• Stand out, i.e. make you stand out
• Brand exposure ( possibly for the first time)
• Communicate:
• Your objective
  • your work experience
  • your education
  • your abilities/skills
  • your accomplishments/awards
  • your relevant interests
  • Your references
  • Your portfolio availability
• Ability for typographic design and craft

Functions of a cover letter

• Stand out, i.e. make you stand out
• Brand exposure ( possibly for the first time)
• Communicate your understanding of who you're writing to
• Communicate your desirability to who you're writing to
• identify the position you desire
• Inspire reader to respond, or
• Inform reader of forthcoming contact
• Be memorable.