Early-Career Designer Portfolio Review - Gosia Koźbiał

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www.behance.net/magorzatakobia1
Some takeaways from me:
• Consider hosting your portfolio on multiple platforms. While Behance is good, supplementing it with a PDF portfolio or a personal website can enhance accessibility and professionalism. Platforms like Carrd.co (not sponsored, has free option) can be a simple, elegant solution for a one-page portfolio.
• Ensure your portfolio is easy to navigate and presentable. Long, continuous images on Behance can be overwhelming. Use slide decks for presentations to hiring managers, offering a more controlled and professional walkthrough of your work.
• Use bullet points for key information to enhance readability. Avoid long paragraphs, as bullet points help in processing information quickly and efficiently.
• Always provide context for your designs. Explain the purpose and thought process behind each element, especially for elements not immediately apparent, like modular items or unique sections. This helps viewers understand your decisions and feel informed.
• Pay close attention to detail. Ensure there are no spelling errors and that your formatting is consistent. Attention to detail is crucial and reflects on your overall professionalism and dedication.
• Always think about the user experience, especially regarding accessibility. For example, avoid pop-ups that trap users and ensure all interactions have clear exit paths. Design with accessibility in mind, considering users with disabilities.
• Maintain a clear visual hierarchy and use whitespace effectively. This helps in distinguishing different sections and makes the content more digestible. Ensure there’s enough space between elements to prevent a cluttered appearance.
• Highlight your approach to responsive design. Explain why designing for different devices (like mobile) is important and how it affects the user experience. Show your understanding of adapting designs to various screen sizes.
• Tell a cohesive story with your case studies. Explain your personal connection or the motivation behind the project, your process, and how your design decisions address user needs. This engages viewers and makes your work more relatable.
Gosia, your portfolio showcases a variety of projects and a genuine passion for UX/UI design. Keep up the enthusiasm and continue refining your presentation and storytelling skills. You're on a great path, and your hard work is evident!
Viewers: what are your takeaways?
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Hey Team! Today we have another in the series of Early Career Designer Portfolio Reviews, where I conduct a kind of UI assessment called a Cognitive Walkthrough. I review an early career designers portfolio and resume and give feedback for ways to improve it as they look for a job in the UX industry.
I'm a Sr. UX Designer with 10+ years of experience in UX design and a passion for helping early career designers as they make a career shift into tech. You can find out more about me at maigenthomas.com
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