An orphan is when a word is alone at the end of the paragraph. A widow correspond to a word trespassing the end of the text box to continue on another column. Incredible content btw. Clear and detailed advices. Nice. Big fan.
@@SamDoesDesign well what if you only have the finished product of your artwork, are you just supposed to make up the process from before?, also do you explain the process by words and pictures or just pictures?
Hey Sam! Love this series. I'm starting my first portfolio and would love to see a basic InDesign tutorial tailored towards an example on how to layout an Industrial Design Portfolio.
Great video Sam! For everybody that is preparing a portfolio, I recomend "Breaking in: Product design". Really really help me to get my first job. You will find tips from design recruters in different industries.
Was searching for a video that finally I feel is good, cause I have watched portfolio videos before and was not satisfied. after watching this, just found I made several mistakes while making mine like you kept mentioning the reason behind why is it wrong I guess that was more helpful and I found myself silly for doing the mentioned mistakes, Thanks man
Thank you Sam, currently in the process of redoing my portfolio which I did last year during my final year. Lost motivation to apply to companies after receiving a lot of rejections/no replies/no feedback. So I appreciate this video as its inspired me to keep going :)
Hey Sam! it would be cool to see how you approach displaying collaborative design projects in a portfolio as it is rare to have projects where you are the soul designer when in a studio, and how to go about talking about which parts were done by you in the project :)
In the meantime before I make the video... make sure it’s visible if it’s a group project. I used subheadings in some of my portfolios to say if it was a “solo” project or a “team” project. Be open and make sure you show the work you did
Hey Sam! One more thought that I don’t think has been addressed in past. How do you prepare a portfolio for a company you want to work or intern at when you don’t have projects centered around their products. Ex. A portfolio made of furniture, and maybe a product or two that couldn’t be geared towards shoe design but want to work or intern at Nike. (Classic design student issue)
Hi Sam, I love the way you explain everything here, especially for saying (many times) "in my opinion", that makes the advices much more authentic (many, talks thinking they have the only truth). One question! How can you present the process or history of a design project that includes a product that may be in the process of being patented or protected under industrial secrecy (NDA)? Saludos desde Chile!
I do have a special one for you; how to do portfolios (maybe just a single-project "portfolio") for entry to design competitions/awards. - i would be really interested in that; i got nomiated for a competition but i think my portfolio sucked; since it was too close to one i would send to get a job. where could be the differences; what does a jury look for in a portfolio? Whether its for a project based competition or for a competition where the designer himself not necessary one specific project gets awarded.
Great video, Sam. I'm currently creating my first design portfolio from scratch. I've worked as a graphic designer for 3+ years for an in-house marketing team, however I have not had the chance to work on many projects as you mentioned so I don't have the option to show the journey and ideas of a piece of work before showing the final piece. At the moment I have separated my portfolio into sections such as 'brochures', 'infographics', 'Social graphics' etc. with about 4-5 examples of work in each section. Is there potentially a better way to present my work in this format that you can recommend? Cheers
I'm not a graphic designer but from what I've seen from working with graphic designers is that process is still really important. Whether you overcame a printing issue or consolidated complex data into an easy-to-understand infographic, it would be really good to highlight those processes. Seeing the journey of the infographic from raw data, a few wireframe iterations, and then the final piece (all showed beautifully) could be really great to see. But like I said... Take what I say with a pinch of salt. I'm just one opinion. Good luck!
Hey Sam, can i ask you a question about showing the process? How do show the process of simple projects? I work a lot with glass / ceramics for example and some are commercial projects that dont have much problem solving but rather it is all about creating a beautiful final product that will sell. How do i show that process? would it be ok to show some uni projects with process and some commercial ones without? Also what's a good way to showing process without making everything look shabby? do you have examples of nice furniture design portfolios? thanks
Hey Sam, great vid! Could you offer any insight into group project on a portfolio? How is it best to display work when you are only involved in some aspects of the design journey?
Thank you! It’s definitely good to be open about the group projects, and you’ll need to highlight any work that’s yours or isn’t yours. Focus on your stuff for sure! Make sure you show all of your skills throughout the portfolio
Hi Sam, I was wondering how you feel about sending a condensed portfolio digitally and then showing one with even more detail during the interview? Is that something that is common? What would you recommend for length. -Thanks!
I’ve known for that to happen in the past! You can never take too much to the interview, as long as you can navigate it and not get confused by the order of things. In terms of length, it’s always tricky to advise, and it always depends on the company you’re applying to. Just make sure you’ve covered all of the skills you want to show. Good luck!
Hey, I have an important question I'd really appreciate some help with. I'm near set on my portfolio and am adding info for my case study. I'm having a lot of trouble finding out the best way to display my case study. I know that I need to explain the problems and my solutions but is it best to explain it throughout the case study, or just list answers in the beginning? My work is a rework or an existing app that has a lot of issues but i'm focusing on 3 main problems. Not sure what's the best way to show my work for potential employers. Looking for either an agency or private co.
Hey Sam! Thank you for making this video! You are always so helpful. Just want you to know that I've wrote down some of your words on my notebook. I feel so lucky being able to know you when I'm still a design student! I'm currently a sophomore in Product design in Milan, Italy. I've got a question after watching this video: Sometimes I don't know how to make my CV stand out. Because I feel like I haven't had so many work experiences in design industry so far. You've mentioned that don't use a star rating to measure my skill level. But I thought it would be also a direct way of making HR know how good I am in design and also making my CV kinda noticable. As for myself , I'd like to simplify the layout of my CV. I was wondering if HR can really know my software skills just from my CV if I don't write that down? Also, could you give me some suggestions on what useful things I should write on my CV as a university student without so many work experiences? Thanks for your attention!
Thank you for your question! I’d say it’s good to list the programs you’re comfortable using, or can use at a push. But don’t scale them in terms of how good you are. It’s good to hit key words like the programs you can use, and the processes you’re good at as well. Good luck!
Hi Sam, I am 17 years old and starting my first year next year, wondering what I should do from now to be physically and mentally prepared for Industrial Design Program? Thanks
The fact that you’re asking that question means that you’re already ahead of a lot of people! You could practice sketching as fast as possible. Have fun with it!
I don’t know have to say that nicely, but I will try . There is no doubt you have a great knowledge and a strong Aesthetic and very good points. But for a young person like you , you seem to have some attitude that boarder Arrogance . AGAIN , I understand there is people who has different view of everything and that creates different Niches . This business is a made up business what is beautiful and elegante to you might not make sense to others and vice verse . And the worse makes people like you believe what you see and what you do is always better than others . I strongly suggested that you should think over of some of your comments and start to address the other side with more humbleness in mind. To people out there GRAPHIC DESIGN is an amazing profession , once you learn what you need to be successful find your niche and sometimes you have to find many niches to find the right one FOR YOU. Cheers
An orphan is when a word is alone at the end of the paragraph. A widow correspond to a word trespassing the end of the text box to continue on another column.
Incredible content btw. Clear and detailed advices. Nice. Big fan.
Thank you! I always get those two mixed up and I accidentally use them interchangeably
Perfect timing Sam, in the middle of making my final year one now. Thanks!
I'm glad I could help. You got this!
@@SamDoesDesign well what if you only have the finished product of your artwork, are you just supposed to make up the process from before?, also do you explain the process by words and pictures or just pictures?
Thats what young designers need! Thanks a lot. Keep on going 👍
I’m so glad I could help!
Hey Sam! Love this series. I'm starting my first portfolio and would love to see a basic InDesign tutorial tailored towards an example on how to layout an Industrial Design Portfolio.
I'm so glad I've founded your channel. Thanks a lot Sam.
Welcome! I’m so glad I could help
So helpful. Thank you! Bless you! 🙏
Great video Sam! For everybody that is preparing a portfolio, I recomend "Breaking in: Product design". Really really help me to get my first job. You will find tips from design recruters in different industries.
Thank you! I haven’t come across that but I’ll definitely check it out
Very nice explaination, thank’s a lot Sam !
Great content. Thank you for sharing. I learned a lot from this. Keep up the good work!
Thank you, I’m so glad I could help!
I just love the presentation of yout videos.
Was searching for a video that finally I feel is good, cause I have watched portfolio videos before and was not satisfied. after watching this, just found I made several mistakes while making mine like you kept mentioning the reason behind why is it wrong I guess that was more helpful and I found myself silly for doing the mentioned mistakes, Thanks man
I have just uploaded my portfolio you dropped this video but i had followed most of the tips you included in this video thanks 😊
Awesome! Good luck!
Beautiful video, full of knowledge and inspiration.
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you found this video useful!
Very Helpful. Thank you!
Thank you Sam, currently in the process of redoing my portfolio which I did last year during my final year. Lost motivation to apply to companies after receiving a lot of rejections/no replies/no feedback. So I appreciate this video as its inspired me to keep going :)
Keep going! You got this! 🙌
Thanks for the tip with the star rating
Thank you for all the Portfolio related videos.
Thank you! I’m glad I could help!
You inspire me so much and help us a lot, thank you! :)
I’m so glad I could help!
Thanks for this!
Your work is truly amazing 😍...it extremely inspiring
Thank you so much! 😀
Great video Sam! keep it up
Thank you so much!
Hey Sam! it would be cool to see how you approach displaying collaborative design projects in a portfolio as it is rare to have projects where you are the soul designer when in a studio, and how to go about talking about which parts were done by you in the project :)
That’s an excellent question! I’ll definitely make a video on this for sure
In the meantime before I make the video... make sure it’s visible if it’s a group project. I used subheadings in some of my portfolios to say if it was a “solo” project or a “team” project. Be open and make sure you show the work you did
Hey Sam! One more thought that I don’t think has been addressed in past. How do you prepare a portfolio for a company you want to work or intern at when you don’t have projects centered around their products. Ex. A portfolio made of furniture, and maybe a product or two that couldn’t be geared towards shoe design but want to work or intern at Nike. (Classic design student issue)
I had the same thought as well!
Great tips Sam ,thanks I'm 3rd yr Automotive design student from India and I'm working on my portfolio. I'll definitely use these tips 👍👍
I’m so glad I could help! Good luck! 🙌
Thank you so much ❤️
Hi Sam, I love the way you explain everything here, especially for saying (many times) "in my opinion", that makes the advices much more authentic (many, talks thinking they have the only truth).
One question! How can you present the process or history of a design project that includes a product that may be in the process of being patented or protected under industrial secrecy (NDA)?
Saludos desde Chile!
Good Info!
I love your videos they are so useful ❤️
Thank you so much!
Thank you! This video is very helpful!
Apart from this I just want to say that you're adorable 😀
I do have a special one for you; how to do portfolios (maybe just a single-project "portfolio") for entry to design competitions/awards. - i would be really interested in that; i got nomiated for a competition but i think my portfolio sucked; since it was too close to one i would send to get a job. where could be the differences; what does a jury look for in a portfolio? Whether its for a project based competition or for a competition where the designer himself not necessary one specific project gets awarded.
Super usefull your tips! Are you going to continuo doing the portfolio reviews? I would love to send you mine!
Thank you Sam, How many pages should a portfolio be?
thanks!
I’m glad I could help!
Great video, Sam. I'm currently creating my first design portfolio from scratch. I've worked as a graphic designer for 3+ years for an in-house marketing team, however I have not had the chance to work on many projects as you mentioned so I don't have the option to show the journey and ideas of a piece of work before showing the final piece. At the moment I have separated my portfolio into sections such as 'brochures', 'infographics', 'Social graphics' etc. with about 4-5 examples of work in each section. Is there potentially a better way to present my work in this format that you can recommend?
Cheers
I'm not a graphic designer but from what I've seen from working with graphic designers is that process is still really important. Whether you overcame a printing issue or consolidated complex data into an easy-to-understand infographic, it would be really good to highlight those processes. Seeing the journey of the infographic from raw data, a few wireframe iterations, and then the final piece (all showed beautifully) could be really great to see.
But like I said... Take what I say with a pinch of salt. I'm just one opinion. Good luck!
@@SamDoesDesign Thanks for replying! You've given me a few ideas there. Cheers
Hey Sam, can i ask you a question about showing the process? How do show the process of simple projects? I work a lot with glass / ceramics for example and some are commercial projects that dont have much problem solving but rather it is all about creating a beautiful final product that will sell. How do i show that process? would it be ok to show some uni projects with process and some commercial ones without? Also what's a good way to showing process without making everything look shabby? do you have examples of nice furniture design portfolios? thanks
Hi Sam, Currently working on a portfolio to apply for an undergrad in Industrial design, have you previously mad a video about this?
What is that font? I love it!
Thank you! The main titles are Futura and I *think* the small text is Proxima Nova... but I can’t quite remember for sure 😅
Hey Sam, great vid! Could you offer any insight into group project on a portfolio? How is it best to display work when you are only involved in some aspects of the design journey?
Thank you! It’s definitely good to be open about the group projects, and you’ll need to highlight any work that’s yours or isn’t yours. Focus on your stuff for sure! Make sure you show all of your skills throughout the portfolio
Hi Sam , your video helped me a lot and still dose. Can i ask what this font is you using on the presentation ? Thanks
Thank you! I’m so glad I could help. The title font was Futura and I think the small font is Proxima Nova
Hi Sam, I was wondering how you feel about sending a condensed portfolio digitally and then showing one with even more detail during the interview? Is that something that is common? What would you recommend for length. -Thanks!
I’ve known for that to happen in the past! You can never take too much to the interview, as long as you can navigate it and not get confused by the order of things. In terms of length, it’s always tricky to advise, and it always depends on the company you’re applying to. Just make sure you’ve covered all of the skills you want to show. Good luck!
@@SamDoesDesign thank you for your opinion!
Hey, I have an important question I'd really appreciate some help with. I'm near set on my portfolio and am adding info for my case study. I'm having a lot of trouble finding out the best way to display my case study. I know that I need to explain the problems and my solutions but is it best to explain it throughout the case study, or just list answers in the beginning? My work is a rework or an existing app that has a lot of issues but i'm focusing on 3 main problems. Not sure what's the best way to show my work for potential employers. Looking for either an agency or private co.
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Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel 🙌
Hey Sam! Thank you for making this video! You are always so helpful. Just want you to know that I've wrote down some of your words on my notebook. I feel so lucky being able to know you when I'm still a design student! I'm currently a sophomore in Product design in Milan, Italy. I've got a question after watching this video: Sometimes I don't know how to make my CV stand out. Because I feel like I haven't had so many work experiences in design industry so far. You've mentioned that don't use a star rating to measure my skill level. But I thought it would be also a direct way of making HR know how good I am in design and also making my CV kinda noticable. As for myself , I'd like to simplify the layout of my CV. I was wondering if HR can really know my software skills just from my CV if I don't write that down? Also, could you give me some suggestions on what useful things I should write on my CV as a university student without so many work experiences? Thanks for your attention!
Thank you for your question! I’d say it’s good to list the programs you’re comfortable using, or can use at a push. But don’t scale them in terms of how good you are.
It’s good to hit key words like the programs you can use, and the processes you’re good at as well.
Good luck!
Sam Does Design Thanks for your reply! I got it! Good night😊
Would it be good to make my portfolio on photoshop? As well as this, what software should I use to collate all the separate pages?
Personally I recommend using inDesign as that's the program designed specifically for multiple pages in documents
@@SamDoesDesign thank you very much for the reply. I'll be sure to check it out!
Hi Sam, I am 17 years old and starting my first year next year, wondering what I should do from now to be physically and mentally prepared for Industrial Design Program? Thanks
The fact that you’re asking that question means that you’re already ahead of a lot of people! You could practice sketching as fast as possible. Have fun with it!
I don’t know have to say that nicely, but I will try .
There is no doubt you have a great knowledge and a strong Aesthetic and very good points. But for a young person like you , you seem to have some attitude that boarder Arrogance .
AGAIN , I understand there is people who has different view of everything and that creates different Niches . This business is a made up business what is beautiful and elegante to you might not make sense to others and vice verse . And the worse makes people like you believe what you see and what you do is always better than others . I strongly suggested that you should think over of some of your comments and start to address the other side with more humbleness in mind.
To people out there GRAPHIC DESIGN is an amazing profession , once you learn what you need to be successful find your niche and sometimes you have to find many niches to find the right one FOR YOU.
Cheers
I got that: don't mess with God