From the person I interviewed with for the University of Georgia Press Publicity Manager position:
"This was a really tough decision, but I've narrowed it down to a small group and will not need you to come back in. You have some really great experience and I think you could definitely land yourself a job here at UGA. It's a tough environment right now though with these budget cuts, and I think that drove an unusually high number of qualified applicants to this job, including a couple from within the Press.
I am keeping your resume on hand in case no one in this group works out, but I didn't want to hold you up if you have other leads. I really appreciate you coming down here for the interview.
Best of luck with things."
Pretty much the nicest rejection email I could get. I'm ok with it. This was the job that kind of intimidated me – you know – since I have zero experience in book publishing.
At least I know the status of one of them. Three to go!
I'm sorry that one didn't work out, but you're right, that was a really nice letter. That means you must've made a good impression on him!
I agree with Ginger. Great letter and he sounds impressed enough to help you if there is another opening, even in another department. Keep going girl! I'm so proud of you!