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User Experience Portfolio Development

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DESMA X 480.54

This course supports development of an online portfolio to get noticed by potential employers and land job interviews.

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What you can learn.

Learn how to communicate your personality and approach hiring manages
Improve the organization, narrative, and style of your portfolio
Polish your presentation and speaking skills
Understand different job roles and how to tailor your portfolio to the role

About This Course

For students seeking work in user experience design, product design, and design research, this course supports development of an online portfolio to get noticed by potential employers and land job interviews. Students receive a critical review of their portfolio from the point of view of a hiring manager. Discussion topics include structure, storytelling, industry standards, and presentation best practices. Class time is made up of live review sessions in addition to working periods in which students incorporate feedback and polish their presentations.
Prerequisites
Must be current User Experience Certificate candidates who have completed or are enrolled concurrently in DESMA X 499C User Experience IV. Must have existing portfolio assets or a portfolio draft in progress (a completed portfolio is not required).
 

 

This course applies toward the following programs

certificate Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.

Ignite your creativity and prepare for a career in graphic design. Learn how to think like a designer while developing the visual literacy needed to thrive in a professional setting. Feel confident in your skills through portfolio reviews, a capstone course, mentorship and internship opportunities.

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