Portfolios
General Overview
For some careers, a professional portfolio is a powerful tool. It serves as your visual (or auditory) representation of your skills, experiences, and accomplishments, allowing you to showcase your work in a concise and organized manner. A portfolio provides potential employers and clients with a comprehensive overview of your capabilities and style, helping you make a strong first impression. A well-crafted portfolio not only demonstrates your expertise but also highlights your passion and creativity. Invest time in building and maintaining your professional portfolio to effectively communicate your value and expertise to the world.
Remember to…
Show Your Finest
Your portfolio showcases examples of your best work. Don’t add pieces you aren’t excited about. You want to show off your genius.
Add Clear Descriptions
If appropriate, provide concise descriptions about your projects as well as the role you personally played in their completion (especially if it was a team effort).
Provide Diversity
Add a variety of types of work to showcase the breadth of your capabilities. Demonstrate your ability to adapt and excel in different creative mediums.
Brand It
Your portfolio is your brand. Make sure to keep the entire piece branded cohesively. Use color schemes, typography, and design elements to make your brand stick out.
Showcase Your Process
Sketches, concepts, and behind-the-scenes content can provide a unique insight about you and how you approach your projects.
Add Endorsements
Don’t forget to add your awards, endorsements, testimonials, and referrals. It’s always nice to have other people cheering for you.
Xello: About Me Page Overview
Google Sites Easy Student Portfolio
Activities
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The student will identify the job-related skills she/he has developed through life experiences and begin to gather evidence to support the development of those skills for her/his talent portfolio.
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Using Xello, LinkedIn or a 3 ring Binder, begin creating your talent portfolio/ make a list of work, accomplishments and artifacts that you could add to your portfolio.
Online Resources
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Xello
Personalized Student Portfolios in Xello (use the About Me Section). Students personalize their Xello experience by creating a shareable, online portfolio that showcases their interests, skills, and abilities. Profiles are easily updated as students gain new experiences, reflecting who they are every step of the way.
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LinkedIn
Check out the online resources we have for our Build An Online Presence page.
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Elements of a Portfolio
A written description of what goes into a professional portfolio for a job.