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Design Portfolio: Development and Presentation

DSGN-40006

Design Portfolio: Development and Presentation
10 Weeks | Prerequisite: The completion of 4 courses in the Digital Design and Creative Strategy program or an equivalent body of design work and/or industry experience. 
Format: Asynchronous Online with Instructor Feedback and Guidance Throughout

In today’s competitive job market, having a strong, polished portfolio is essential for standing out to potential employers and clients. Our Design Portfolio course offers a comprehensive approach to portfolio development, guiding you through the process of selecting and curating your best work, while honing your ability to present it in a way that highlights your unique skills and creativity. By the end of the course, you’ll have a professional portfolio ready to impress—whether you're pursuing a full-time position or working as a freelancer.

Course Details

Throughout this course, you’ll master the art of presenting your design projects strategically. You’ll learn how to select and curate the right pieces for your portfolio, craft compelling project descriptions, and design a cohesive and visually appealing layout. The course also covers personal branding and how to enhance your online presence, ensuring that your portfolio is easily accessible via platforms like LinkedIn, Carbonmade, Wix, and Adobe Portfolio. With hands-on exercises, you’ll develop the skills necessary to present your work confidently to potential employers and clients, mastering everything from pitching to storytelling.

Our curriculum delves into essential career-building techniques beyond the portfolio itself. You’ll craft a targeted resume, refine your elevator pitch, and engage in mock interviews that simulate real-world scenarios. These exercises, paired with constructive feedback from peers and instructors, will help you gain the professionalism and confidence needed to navigate the job market effectively. Additionally, you’ll explore strategies for connecting with recruiters, networking with companies, and positioning yourself for success in your design career.

By the end of this course, you’ll not only walk away with a design portfolio but also a toolkit of skills and strategies that will set you apart from the competition. Whether you’re looking to secure your first design job, attract freelance clients, or transition into a new role, this course equips you with everything you need to succeed in today’s dynamic creative industry.

What You'll Learn

  • Create a polished, professional design portfolio that showcases your best work.
  • Curate and select projects strategically for maximum impact.
  • Develop strong project descriptions using strategic, concise writing.
  • Design an effective portfolio layout that aligns with your personal brand.
  • Enhance your online presence with a professional portfolio using Carbonmade, Wix, or Adobe Portfolio.
  • Develop presentation skills, including pitching and storytelling, to confidently present your work.
  • Learn how to create a compelling personal brand that resonates with employers and clients.
  • Develop a powerful resume tailored to the design industry.
  • Create your elevator pitch to quickly capture attention and make a strong impression.
  • Build networking strategies for connecting with companies, recruiters, and potential clients.

Course Information

Online
3.00 units
$695.00
Notes: Quarters Offered: Spring
Equipment/Software: Instructor will provide information regarding software. 
Flexible Enrollment: This course is a requirement for the Digital Design and Creative Strategy Professional Certificate but is open to all students, who meet the prerequisite requirements, even if you're not enrolled in the Certificate Program. 
Class Format: This is a fully online, asynchronous course led by the expert instructor who designed it. Students complete weekly assignments with personalized feedback. There are no mandatory live meetings.
Academic Calendar: The Academic Calendar shows the open enrollment dates and term start dates for each quarter. Courses do not necessarily start on the first day of the term. 

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This course applies to these programs

Digital Design and Creative Strategy

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Section ID:

199276

Class type:

Online Asynchronous.

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

Textbooks:

All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.

Policies:

  • No refunds after: 7/10/2026
  • Early enrollment advised
  • No UCSD parking permit required
  • No visitors permitted
  • Prerequisite required

Note:

This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required but there is a course start and end date and weekly assignment due dates, beginning week 1. You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

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Instructor: Gina Greco

Gina Greco
Gina Greco's background spans the advertising, design, and technology industries. She served as an advertising agency partner, a lead instructor at the Art Institute, and founded Portfolio Studio and Portfolio Masterclass. Her students coursework has garnered ADDYs, Clios, ANDYs, and received recognition in publications that include Print, How, Archive, CMYK, & Applied Arts. Greco has a BA in Communication and Visual Arts from UCSD, and a MA in Educational Leadership and EDD in Instructional Leadership from Argosy.
 
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