Architecture Portfolios - Top Tips To Grab An Employers Attention & Mistakes You Need to Avoid

Architecture Portfolios - Top Tips To Grab An Employers Attention & Mistakes You Need to Avoid

How do you make your Architecture Portfolio stand out in a crowded employer's inbox so you get seen and called in for an interview?

Over the course of my career, I have helped professionals and students land jobs at Architecture Practices in the UK such as Zaha Hadid, Heatherwick, PDP, and EPR Architects to name a few.

Here are my top tips to take your Portfolio to the next level and common mistakes to avoid so that your work and personality shine through.

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Join Stephen Drew, The Architectural Social, as he discusses the most common mistakes found in architectural portfolios and how to avoid them. Learn how to create an effective sample portfolio to send to potential employers to secure an interview. This video covers topics like portfolio length, presentation order, graphic design, spell-checking, and PDF file size. Perfect for both professionals and architectural students aiming to make a strong impression. Don't miss out on these valuable tips!

00:00 Introduction to The Architectural Social
00:25 Common Portfolio Mistakes
00:45 Optimal Portfolio Length
01:47 Grabbing Attention with Your Portfolio
02:44 Showcasing Your Skills and Experience
06:15 Graphic Design Tips for Portfolios
07:22 Importance of Spell Checking
08:51 Optimizing PDF Size
10:20 Conclusion and Community Invitation

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