UNLV Career Handbook - Magazine - Page 14
HELPFUL HEADERS
PORTFOLIOS
EDUCATION
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Academic Background
Educational Background
Education and Training
Related Coursework
• Select Coursework
• Senior Thesis
• Study Abroad
Types of Portfolios:
EXPERIENCE
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Academic Projects
Corporate Experience
Course Projects
Global Experience
Independent Research
Industry Experience
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Internship Experience
Military Background
Professional Experience
Related Experience
Related Projects
Work Experience
ACTIVITIES
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Af昀椀liations
Associations
Athletic Achievements
Civic Activities
Community Involvement
Extracurricular Activities
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Leadership Experience
Professional Activities
Professional Associations
Professional Development
Professional Memberships
Volunteer Work/Volunteerism
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Commendations
Distinctions
Fellowships
Scholarships
HONORS
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Academic Honors
Accolades
Achievements
Awards
SPECIAL SKILLS/TRAINING
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Certi昀椀cations
Language Competencies
Licenses
Professional Certi昀椀cations
• Software/Hardware
• Special Training
• Techincal Skills
PUBLICATIONS
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Conference Presentations
Current Research Interests
Exhibits
Papers
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Presentations
Professional Presentations
Research Projects
Senior Thesis
ADDITIONAL SECTIONS
• Interests
• Portfolio
Portfolios play an important part in a student's progress
throughout their academic journey and well into their creative
career. Portfolios are a collection of documents, samples,
publications, and creations. These can be created in a binder
fashion or on a personal webpage.
• Relocation
Art, Photography, Film, Dance, Theater, Music, Architecture
Portfolios can also be created for STEM students. Pictures of
projects and outcomes can be recorded and categorized to
offer a different perspective on experiences and knowledge.
Organization:
• Chronological: Arranged from most recent to oldest
or vice versa.
• Narrative: Display each piece in the form of a story
or message to convey yourself.
• Informational/Professional: Includes an introduction
(brand page), resume, cover letter, references, letters
of recommendation, and a closing (thank you) page.
Portfolios Should Include:
• Work samples – approximately 12-20 pieces
• Professional photographs
• Demonstration of different skills and varying
subject matter
• Graphics
• Diagrams
• Key memberships in related areas
A portfolio conveys a comprehensive story of talents and
capabilities. For art and photography, it is a key aspect of
bringing projects to life. For 昀椀lm, a digital library is essential,
and for dance, a showreel is necessary. Theater should
include photographs, drawings, costume and set designs,
and a showreel if appropriate. Music will encompass
composition, videos, and audio 昀椀les. For architecture,
highlight your involvement in key projects across stages,
showcasing construction detailing, creative problem-solving,
and design skills.
Web-Based Platforms:
• sites.google.com
• squarespace.com
• wordpress.com
• wix.com
• weebly.com
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