Professional Portfolios
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A portfolio may be the boost your job search
needs. Yours should show your achievements and abilities as well
as document the scope and quality of your work. Consider tracking
your progress in college using Truman's
Cocurricular Record. |
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Use your portfolio for...
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Internship, job and graduate school applications
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Interviews
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Networking (in person and online)
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Self-assessment/tracking accomplishments
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Basic Portfolio
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Cover Letter
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Résumé
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References
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Research or analysis writing sample
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Professional email or press release sample
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Programs from events you planned
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List of professional development
(conferences, programs...)
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Letters of recommendation or thanks
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Articles addressing achievement
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Video of presentation skills
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Links to relevant URLs
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Charts and graphs
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Presentation slides and notes
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Art/Design
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Cover Letter
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Résumé
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References
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Graphics
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Logos
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Designs
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Photos of art
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Samples of art
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URL of work collection
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Teachers
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Cover Letter
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Résumé
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References
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Sample lesson plan
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Sample syllabus
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Photos of bulletin boards
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Internship summary
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List of professional development (conferences,
programs...)
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Letters of recommendation or thanks
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Video of your teaching
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Picture of your interactions with students
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Format
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Traditional
Creating a traditional portfolio can be easy if you've kept artifacts
from your successes throughout college. Compile your professional
materials, writing samples and more into a bound portfolio. You
may even want to use plastic sleeves to keep your materials looking
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Electronic/Virtual
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Portfolio Tips
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Do...
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Define your criteria and goals for success
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Target your market
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Make usability a top priority
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Use the correct technology
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Plan your portfolio
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Narrow the type and scope of work you
include
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Provide adequate information
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Promote your portfolio
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Don't...
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