Curating and refining a professional portfolio of work for entry into the digital media industry.
About this course
This course focuses on building a professional portfolio that showcases your skills to potential employers. You will review your previous projects from the Digital Media & Design program and select the strongest examples that match industry standards. The goal is to create a clear, accessible, and visually compelling collection that highlights your unique design voice.
You will learn how to organize your work into a logical flow, write effective descriptions for each project, and present your portfolio in both digital and print formats. The course also covers how to talk about your work confidently during interviews or portfolio reviews.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
- VIDP 2670 Advanced Video Editing
- VIDP 2590 Interactive Design Principles
Learning outcomes
- Evaluate your body of work to select pieces that demonstrate core design competencies
- Structure a cohesive portfolio narrative that targets specific roles in the digital media sector
- Apply professional formatting and accessibility standards to digital and print layouts
- Prepare a verbal presentation of your selected works for interviews and critiques
- Gather and incorporate constructive feedback from peers and instructors
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Portfolio curation and layout | 40 |
| Final digital portfolio submission | 30 |
| Peer review and feedback participation | 15 |
| Final presentation and interview simulation | 15 |