You have always heard that a graphic designer should carry a portfolio with him/her as it holds more value than your traditional resume. But it ends up giving you a thousand questions in your head. Questions like: What is it?, How does it work? And most importantly, how can I create it?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labour Statistics, which recently published its “Occupational Outlook Handbook” about graphic designers, 21,100/—job openings are available for creative graphic designers every year.
We should have an answer for these questions that are jumping into our heads. For your answers, we have come up with this blog where we have found solutions for all of you after discussing with our trained Graphic Design faculty. We are confident that while reading the article, you will have a good idea of how you are going to create your portfolio. We have covered all the common queries, still, if you feel something is left, feel free to drop in a comment section. We will be glad to guide you.
A portfolio is a collection of designs and creativity that you have created in your graphics learning experience. It includes your best works from the clients or brands you worked for. It can be available in digital or physical(paper) form. These designs can be your Projects, Case Studies and Clients' work.
Hence, we are going to discuss a portfolio creation where you are a fresher and haven’t done work with a single client. If you want to create a portfolio where you have worked with various clients, read this blog for details: Build a Portfolio: Tips for Graphic Designers, as the format is varied to create a portfolio with clients or without a single client.
Let’s come back here and learn how we can create a portfolio with a client. Continue to read and create your portfolio.
A portfolio is a professional document that you create to show your skills. You can reflect on your skills and get consistent feedback from your peers and mentors. It proves that you have all the skills you mentioned in your CV. There is a saying, “Don’t just speak, show your work”. A portfolio builds trust for your creativity and creates more chances for getting a job.
Now, be ready and unleash your creativity level. Here, we are going to create your portfolio without client work. Note down all the ways or save this blog for the time when you feel confused or pathless.
Creating your own projects is the best thing a graphic designer can do. You have your skills and creativity level. Don’t look for someone to give you the opportunity, look for opportunities and grab them. Let’s discuss a few ways to use as opportunities for creating the best graphic design portfolio for your work, apart from your Client.
After creating a portfolio, you must know the right place to show your portfolio. You can’t sit at home and wait for an interview call. Reach out to people, of course, don’t share your portfolio everywhere. It is your hard work that needs to be original and in your name only. So let’s find ways to share your work with the right people:
We have witnessed that many creative people always prefer not to be on social media accounts. In today’s time, the presence of social media is necessary for a creative mind.
The passion to build a portfolio without a client is not only rewarding but also encouraging. You can set a good example for others. Either you do it with your personal brand, projects, assignments or participating in a competition. You have made your portfolio with an urge and passion. You will surely end up getting multiple clients or paid internships to kick-start your business.
Don’t ever forget what skills and creative level you have added to your portfolio. Your portfolio needs regular updates; update it always with your designs. Stay connected with your design community and groups, you never know someone like you just started his/her journey, and you can be their motivator/helping hand.
