Big Interview
The Career Center offers a video mock interview system to help you practice your pitch and prepare to make an impression.
Self-Marketing
Branding Guide
In addition to a portfolio, creative professionals use a fistful of materials to support their efforts for getting work. Learn the ins and outs of making these materials cohesive and eye-catching.Social Media
Social media must be part of the portfolio conversation. Learn how to use social media to your professional advantage.Business Cards
A business card can be a simple but professional looking card that offers your name and contact information to anyone interested. Or, it can be a designed piece that suggests a bit about who you are as a creative worker in addition to your name and contact info. This guide breaks down the standards and the options.Graphic Design Tips
If the terms vector, layer and composite are foreign to you, you're not a graphic designer. Still, graphic design is essential in the packaging and branding of your work. Seek out the assistance of a graphic designer to make your portfolio more robust.To truly reap the benefits, you need to communicate what you want to your graphic designer.Freelancing Resources
To make it on your own you need talent and business skill. We've compiled our favorite resources to help you navigate the world of self-employment.Portfolio Lab Information
The Portfolio Lab is a free service provided by the Career Center to help Columbia College students create a final portfolio upon graduation.Getting Started With Portfolium in 3 Steps
Your Portfolium profile is really your “personal brand page”. It allows you to showcase examples of your work, create a rich personal statement, and provide an example for your students to follow. Here are three steps you can take to get your profile started.
