COMS 321 - Personal Branding and Professional Portfolio Building

1.5 Credit(s)

A professional portfolio showcases job-related skills, experiences, and accomplishments to a potential employer. A portfolio is an essential tool during the job search process for the creative industry. A professional portfolio includes pieces featuring professional work, course material, freelance work, volunteer experiences, and personal projects. It is essential to maintain an updated portfolio if you work in a creative field. In this course, students develop a portfolio package that includes a personal website, résumé, statement, bio, and a collection of representative work. This module is ideal for anyone who plans to work in a creative field. There are no prerequisites for this course. This course does not fulfill a social science general education requirement.