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Your portfolio should be a well considered strategic positioning of your work. As Larry Volk (my co-author) puts it, “Creating a sequence for a portfolio of your works, even if they are varied by type of design or media, can contribute to a stronger, cohesive presentation. Just as with a sequence of photographs, the relationships within a page spread, as well as the pace and flow of your sequence, are not somet

This postcard promo for Nashville editorial photographer Josh Anderson really shines. Literally and figuratively. A gold foil stamp on one card shines in the light and is a nice special touch. But the thing that I most admired about this promo is the integration of typography and image into a unique, contemporary and stylish design. It’s a design aesthetic that not only looks great but also speaks to the “

This undergrad portfolio book from designer, Andrea Meli from San Gwann, Malta has it all! It’s a showcase for Andrea’s strong brand design skills, excellent book and editorial design, and more. He even includes a 3D printed rendering of his logo (created in Cinema4D) – very cool! With business cards and a website Andrea is ready to take the design world by storm. Andrea says, “I had one goal;

The design of this portfolio for Russian designer, Кочедыков Денис (Denis Kochedykov) is excellent. On the cover, the stripes act as a sort of collage of cropped, offset sketches & projects combined with playful typography that demonstrate a strong design sense while also giving us a look at the type of work included inside the portfolio. The visual look of the cover cohesively extends into the interior pages wh

The concept for this portfolio is communicated through a smart and interesting “two books in one” book form. It’s by designer, FuiTeng Chong of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This custom, hand made portfolio not only stands out for it’s smart concept and execution, but it’s also practical and easily updatable through the utilization of an elastic cord binding. The simplicity of the visual desig

I’m starting a new series called “Best Portfolios From Around the World.” I’ve scoured the internet, looked through submissions and exchanged emails with many talented folks whose portfolios and other promo materials I’m excited to share with all of you. Each week I’ll add another “best of” in the series. If you think you’re portfolio should be a contender send me

Thought I would share a “leave behind” promo that I designed for speaking engagements and conferences that Larry and I participate in. It started out as a simple postcard and evolved from there into a double-sided fold out piece. The concept plays with the NO (and opposite) YES established in our “No Plastic Sleeves” brand. I print and score myself to save on cost. As a mailer I use a clear tr

For all you college seniors out there – Congratulations! You are almost done! With school that is. And at the very beginning of what I hope will be a long, rewarding career. If you’re smart you are armed with a top notch portfolio book, website, resume, and promotional materials. If not, no time like the present – hurry up and make one! If you’re having trouble check out my book (with co-autho

Daniel Blackman, a freelance designer from the UK, recently emailed me to share his latest promotion. It’s a wonderfully fun “in the box” visual parody. What a great way to stand out! Daniel says, “the idea is that these would be printed up and given away to prospective clients or employers with my portfolio packed neatly inside as a foldout brochure (in a burger style of course) – It would be

Micah Albert's Relaunched Site and Print Announcement

by Allison Smith

Student Designer, Meredith Lindsay

Freelance Graphic Designer

Budapest, Hungary

Portland, OR

Jeremy Fleischer

student portfolio

Designer, UK

2009 HOW Promotion Design Winner

San Francisco, CA