Crafting a great graphic design portfolio

Name: Crafting a great graphic design portfolio
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I want to show you how to craft a great portfolio page, case study and get more clients.

Created byJeremy Mura

Last updated 8/2021

English

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What you'll learn

Creating case studies for real client projects
How to create attractive images
How to use tools like Behance
Where I get inspiration for building my portfolio
Making spectacular mockups
Ideas for creating a concept brief for practice
The best method to get testimonials
How I build a case study landing page

Course content

2 sections • 12 lectures • 2h 9m total length

Introduction1:21
Learn to craft a compelling graphic design portfolio by structuring case studies and creating impactful mockups and attractive cover images, plus showcasing work on Behance and a Webflow landing page.

1 - Why do you need a portfolio4:31
A portfolio builds credibility, showcases your work, attracts an audience, and generates more leads through a personal website or social media like Instagram, while displaying your body of work.
2 - How to write about yourself4:02
Write an about page that shows how you help clients and grow businesses, not your life story. Include side projects, client logos, values, and a clear call to action.
3 - Case study vs Portfolio6:43
Explore why case studies outperform portfolios by documenting the design process and results for a project, creating client-focused deliverables that demonstrate impact and professionalism.
4 - Where I get Inspiration6:19
Explore sources of case study inspiration from top studios and platforms such as Behance, Instagram, and branding sites; analyze imagery, mockups, and presentation to inform portfolios.
5 - How to structure case studies7:12
Structure your graphic design portfolio case studies by outlining introduction, problem, solution, benefits, results, and testimonials, while keeping sections brief, process-focused, and easy to scan.
Making spectacular mockups14:39
Discover where to find beautiful mockups, both free and paid, and learn to customize 3D, high-fidelity scenes using Photoshop, Apple Studio in browser, and smart objects to showcase branding.
How to create attractive images9:07
Create attractive portfolio images by prioritizing cohesiveness, wow factor, and quality over quantity; ensure consistent mockups and deep case studies that feel premium and professional.
Creative Briefs6:13
Craft a simple, one-page creative brief by detailing audience, the main brand goal, brand name, creative parameters or considerations, deliverables, timeline, inspiration, and tailor it for client or personal projects.
Let's make a Behance case study17:55
Make case study page in Webflow10:44
Learn to build a quick graphic design portfolio using a free Webflow template, customize a case study page with symbols, boxes, assets, and links, then publish the site.
Student Portfolio Reviews40:31
Offer constructive, objective feedback to help graphic design students improve portfolios and win clients. Highlight clear case studies, cohesive branding, strong mockups, and focused presentation to guide portfolio refinement.

Requirements

Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

Description

Every designer first starts off with a portfolio, one that wows people and builds your client work.

Without a good portfolio, you won't get work because that is the first thing that people see.

However, how do you craft a portfolio that actually gets you to seen real clients?

Typically the design work from college isn't practical enough to present and gain prospects.

I teach about the theory but also practical tips on how to implement them in your portfolio.

I want to show you how to craft a great portfolio website and case studies instead of just showing student design work.

If you are a designer, junior creative or someone who is building a portfolio then you can get insights into my process.

Building a body of work can take time but starting with a strong portfolio can help you get ahead in the creative industry.

In this course you'll learn:

Creating case studies for real client projects
How to create attractive images
How to use tools like Behance
Where I get inspiration for building my portfolio
Making spectacular mockups
Ideas for creating a concept brief for practice
The best method to get testimonials
How I build a case study landing page
Templates to use for your own portfolio
More tips and best practices

Who this course is for:

Beginners

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 1min

Course Lessons11 lectures • 2hr 8min

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