GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT PORTFOLIO PRO
GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT PORTFOLIO PROFESSIONAL

You want to answer the question “If I hire this designer, what will my experience be like?” This leads the viewer on a journey that informs them about you as a designer more than a series of still photos ever could. You can demonstrate the brainstorming process of a logo design, perhaps raw sketches and concepts of a package design. Limit your portfolio to 3-6 case studies or projectsĬase studies can reveal your unique workflow and let the viewer get a glimpse of how you think and approach projects. Pitch adds a highly personal touch to your Dribbble portfolio by allowing you to stand out and get leads like never before.

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT PORTFOLIO PRO

With Dribbble Pro Business, you can easily connect with clients using Pitch- a short video introduction that lives on your Dribbble portfolio and Dribbble's Designer Searchpage where prospective clients search and connect with designers they want to hire. This develops a sense of authenticity about your portfolio that connects with potential clients. This, along with those personal brand elements, gains trust with the viewer.Īctionable Tip: As a creative, you have more freedom to express yourself and describe your personal goals and areas of passion.

GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT PORTFOLIO PROFESSIONAL

Regardless of the tack you take, try to incorporate those elements throughout the portfolio.Īlso, make sure to include a high-quality, professional photo of yourself somewhere in your portfolio. It could be that your style uses brighter colors, a more illustrative style, or handwritten typography. Spend time really thinking about your unique approach to design and ways you can convey that in your portfolio. Have a strong personal logo or name toward the top of that first page or website. Do not shy away from expressing your unique talents and style in your presentation. Strong personal branding is critical to your freelancing success.

Graphic design student portfolio