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If you’re new to freelancing and not sure how to make one, we’re here to help you.

 But before we start, let’s get down to the basics.

Four Main Elements

There are four main elements to every portfolio, according to professional blogger and author Nick Schäferhoff. These are:

1. Introduction (who you are)
2. Projects – a showcase of your work
3. Your services
4. Ways to contact you

What to Put in Your Portfolio (Your Projects)

1. Keep a Copy of All Your Work

Before you start making your portfolio, gather a copy of all your previous works and projects. However, not all your projects should be in your portfolio.

2. Identify Your Best Works

“This is where the battle is won or lost”, says Nick Schäferhoff. So the pieces you showcase should grab the attention of the potential client. 

Quality over quantity. As mentioned earlier, you don’t need to include all your work, just your best ones. And the truth is, even if you just put one big impressive sample, it’s still better than 20 small minor pieces.

Pro Tip: If you’re not sure how many samples to include, around 10 to 20 should be good.

3. Go for Variety

“Don’t include only one form of design”, according to Karen DeFelice of Canva. 

Show that you’re also multifaceted by exhibiting variance in your portfolio. However, DeFelice says to “make sure it all still looks like one person’s work”.

4. Give Context

After exhibiting your best works, give some context on what the project was about and the role you played. If it’s a team project, what were your contributions? If it’s a solo work, how did you come up with it?

Give a brief context to the reader, or client, on how your piece came to be.

How to Make a Portfolio

1. Briefly Introduce Yourself

Give a short description of who you are and what you do. Keep it brief so the highlight of your portfolio is still your best pieces.

A good introduction should include a professional photo, your name, and a one-liner about what you do.

2. Create Sections

Organizing your projects into sections or categories will properly showcase the best features of each of your works. If you’re an illustrator, you can categorize them into drawings of people, animals, and landscapes. Or if you’re a writer, you can categorize them into different genres.

Creating different sections can showcase all the different projects you’ve done and can do.

3. Create a Table of Contents

If it makes sense and you have many projects, to keep your portfolio organized, include a table of contents. The table of contents can also be a quick summary of your portfolio. Use hyperlinks for digital portfolios and page numbers for physical ones.

5. Include Recommendations & Testimonials

Testimonials and recommendations from clients, colleagues, and mentors can be a powerful selling point.

If you don’t have testimonials yet, you can reach out to your precious coworkers, clients, or employers.

6. Include Contact Information

“How can we reach you?” Include ways to contact you like your email address. You can also invite them to check your other accounts like LinkedIn, Instagram, your website, or online portfolios.

Pro Tip: Include a Statement of Originality in your portfolio. State that all the works featured are your original work and are not to be reproduced or copied.

Portfolio Tips

● Make sure your portfolio is mobile-friendly on all devices

● Use high-resolution photos to capture every detail of your work. 

●  Search for portfolio inspirations online. When looking up for inspiration, look up portfolios that are similar to your career because, for example, a portfolio of a journalist is different from a digital marketer’s.

● Get a second opinion. It is key that you ask friends or former colleagues to review your portfolio for feedback and to spot typos.

Digital Portfolio Options

Portfolio for Designers

● Behance
● DeviantArt
● Flickr
● Adobe Portfolio

Table of Contents

► Popular Digital Nomad Careers
► How to Get Hired
     1. Create Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile
     2. Go to Job Boards
     3. Start Applying!
     4. Nail the Job Interview
     5. Send a Thank You and Follow Up
► Get Digital and Upskill Yourself
► This is Your Start

Whether you’re looking for a new job or just starting out in your career, the job-hunting process can get overwhelming. If you’re not sure what industries to start with, there are several jobs popular with digital nomads because they work well as remote careers. The most popular jobs for digital nomads are:

Once you’ve narrowed down your niche or selected what career path you’re going to take, let’s start creating your profile.

First things first, you’re not starting from zero. Your skills in using Google Workspace and Microsoft apps are already technical skills! Include your social media knowledge, time management, and organizational skills and you have all the basic bases covered.

1. Create Your Resume & LinkedIn Profile

The first thing hiring managers ask for is a resume so it’s imperative you have one ready. A resume is a document containing your background, skills, and accomplishments.

A good resume is a one-page document that contains:

• Your full name
• Residence (not your full address)
• Contact details (email address and phone number)
• Heading statement or Professional Profile
• Educational background
• Experience (internships, previous employment, projects held)
• Certifications and accomplishments

At the same time, start building your LinkedIn account. A LinkedIn account is your online professional profile. Most employers ask for a LinkedIn profile with your resume. So just like your resume, fill your LinkedIn with your educational background and previous work experiences. Then connect with your college peers and past professional colleagues.

2. Go to Job Boards

When searching for jobs, online job boards are the first place people go. 

There are several job boards online depending on the type of job you’re looking for. The great thing about job listing platforms these days is that they’re not just for job hunting but they also have secure payment channels for employers and employees.

If you’re a freelancer, you can create a profile on these platforms:

• Upwork
• Fiverr
• Designhill
• Toptal
• Behance
• Problogger (for writers)
• Authentic Jobs (for graphic designers)
• Awesome Web (for web designers and development)

If you’re looking to be hired by a company, create a profile on these websites:

• LinkedIn
• WeWorkRemotely
• FlexJobs
• RemoteOK
• Remote.co

3. Start Applying

Pro-Tip:

The trick to landing your first job is to apply to as many job openings as you can. The reason behind this is that many job seekers are applying for the same job opening. So the more job applications you send, the higher your chances are of getting hired.

Also, if you hear from more than one hiring manager, keep channels open. The more options you have to choose from, the better. Which company do you like better? Which company offers a higher salary? Which company policies work best for you? 

4. Nail the Job Interview

Before any interview, it’s good to look up and research the company you’re applying for–its achievements, vision, mission, and goals. Then align this with your skills and what you can contribute to the company. This isn’t explicitly asked in job interviews but it comes up so it’s good to prepare.

Then practice answering the basic interview questions like “Tell me about yourself”, “What are your strengths and weaknesses”, “Why did you decide to apply for this position”, and “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?”, etc. Practice answering these questions in front of the mirror so you don’t have to think about the answers on the spot.

Then review the job description to familiarize yourself to the position you’re applying for. Before the interview is over, ask questions to the interviewer like “What is expected from me in my first 90 days?”, etc.

Even if it’s just a zoom interview, you should still prepare a dress-up and look presentable. Find a spot with good lighting so your face is clearly shown in the camera. Use noise-canceling headphones and a microphone so you can communicate well with your interviewer.

5. Send a Thank You and Follow Up

Don’t forget to email your interviewer some thank you notes. Thank them for the opportunity and say you look forward to hearing from them.

If you don’t hear from them, politely follow up. It might be because the higher-ups haven’t signed the approval yet or because of paperwork backlogs. 

However, if they don’t respond, don’t lose hope! Job hunting takes time and patience.

Get Digital and Upskill Yourself

While waiting to land your first remote job, familiarize yourself with the remote tools today. These include ClickUp, Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and more. 

At the same time, read articles and watch tutorials on how to improve your skills in that field. There are thousands of resources you can find online for free. If possible, sign up for an online course to get the necessary certifications.

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