In her insightful blog post, "Crafting a Narrative: Mastering Storytelling in Your Design Portfolio," Kati Vervack emphasizes the importance of turning your design portfolio into a compelling narrative that captivates clients and employers alike. Think of your portfolio as a movie: each project is a scene, and the plot is your creative journey. Begin with a strong bio to set the tone, carefully select projects that reflect your skills and career goals, and organize them to tell a cohesive story. Detail each project with a mini-narrative, highlighting the challenge, your approach, the solution, and the results, incorporating visuals and descriptive text.
Use transitions and captions to connect projects, showcasing your growth and range. Conclude with a reflective summary and a call to action. Vervack also advises using storytelling techniques like showing through visuals, being authentic, keeping narratives clear and concise, and engaging emotionally with your audience.
By crafting a meaningful narrative around your work, you're not just showcasing designs—you're telling a story worth hearing. For a deeper dive, read the full post Click here for the full article!
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