Define your portfolio goal
Choose your target audience
Select your strongest work
Include a cohesive range of pieces
Show your best technical skills
Show your personal style
Tailor the portfolio to the opportunity
Organize work in a clear order
Include finished pieces and process work
Add captions with title, medium, and date
Keep the presentation clean and consistent
Use high-quality images or scans
Edit out weak or repetitive work
Keep the portfolio concise
Update the portfolio regularly
Create both digital and physical versions
Use a professional file format
Check spelling and formatting
Get feedback from trusted people
Save and back up your portfolio