What makes for a good design portfolio? How should you set expectations for your portfolio? How should you show the brand?
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In this video, Matthew and Petrula break down more MUST haves in a portfolio. They talk about the do’s and don’ts in a portfolio and why you should set expectations and position yourself in a way you intend.
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Episode Breakdown
00:28 – Context is key
00:50 – Portfolio of branding designer, Joel Ho from Singapore
10:00 – Portfolio of package designer, Marie Damier from New York
14:08 – open with a WOW image
20:08 – Portfolio of graphic designer, Daniele De Martis from Italy
21:40 – Keep expectations aligned when you show the work
25:06 – Portfolio of freelance illustrator and designer, Roberto Orozco from Las Vegas
29:51 – Design your work to support your goals
30:52 – Portfolio of freelance branding and web designer, May Refky from Cairo Egypt
34:18 – Portfolio of junior graphic designer, Gillian Wong
40:18 – Portfolio of graphic design student, Francesco Battistella from Italy
43:35 – The importance of narrative sequences when you present your portfolio
44:45 – How you can show off your secondary skillsets
47:45 – The recap: Why is it important to specialize? What is positioning, and how do you stand out in the marketplace?
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