Top 10 Flight Tips for a Portfolio that Soars! #03

03: DRESS APPROPRIATELY

The best and the brightest portfolios don’t need to be diamond encrusted or polished chrome they can also exude a worn, favorite book charm. What employers focus more on, is the effort you put in every detail of your book – inside and out. The outside can have a bit of wear and tear, but it should never be reflected on the pages or your work. Keep a stash of duplicate samples so overly handled projects can be replaced with fresh copies. Reproduce clean laser or ink jet prints when they begin to look aged or discolored. Replace cracked or yellowed sheet protectors often. Include a nice crisp copy of your resume, leave behind promotion and digital portfolio in a well protected envelope. These details speak volumes about your craftsmanship, attention to detail and ultimately how much care you will demonstrate as an employee or hired artist.