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"I appreciated the direct, succinct feedback. Not only did you provide perspective from a usability standpoint, you also gave insight on how my work is perceived as a fellow designer. I gained a lot of clarity after our meeting, and it's clear that you genuinely want to help. Thanks Jon!"
Key Points
- Choosing your goal i.e. Full-time or Freelance?
- Formatting (Layout & Typography)
- Better communicating design work in a portfolio.
- Quality of work vs. experience when applying for jobs.
To Think On
- Who is the audience for this portfolio and what information is most important for them to know?
- What is the ideal project you would like to work on?
- What is the one thing you're really good at? and what are the other things you are also knowledgeable about?
Actionable
- Make sure your typography is legible on all devices.
- Try to select 3-4 of your best projects and make sure they all include descriptions and imagery so they feel more complete.
References
- My Portfolio Website - Feel free to reference how I've formatted my portfolio when it comes to descriptions and imagery.
- Best Folios - A great website for portfolio inspiration.
