The Quest for the Ultimate UX Portfolio
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THE QUEST FOR THE ULTIMATE UX PORTFOLIO
by Pradeep Nayar @designonmymind
Who am I?
THE QUEST FOR THE ULTIMATE UX PORTFOLIO
1. Know Yourself 2. Prepare your work 3. Get out there!
What is your favorite car manufacturer?
NOTE: You are a BRANDYOU ARE A BRAND
WHAT MAKES YOU DIFFERENT?
What do you want to do?
The Quest for The Ultimate UX Portfolio
UX DISCIPLINES
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Problem Space Solution Space
OPTION 1
User Research Experience StrategyOPTION 2
Visual DesignOPTION 4
Interaction DesignOPTION 3
Deliverables
Interview Scripts
Moderation Guides
Key Findings Report
Experience Maps
Personas
Scenarios
Concept/Mind Maps
Journey Maps
User Flows
Sketches
Site Maps
Wireframes (Low fidelity)
Wireframes (High fidelity)
with annotations
Prototypes
Sketches
Visual Comps/Mockups
Style Guides
Prototypes
Where do you want to work?
The Quest for The Ultimate UX Portfolio
WHERE CAN YOU WORK?
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IN-HOUSE
(Work for an organization)
Startup Mid-Sized Company
Large Corporation
What’s different?
Type of work
Duration of work
Level of engagement
Level of influence on direction
Complexity of the problem
EXTERNAL
(Work for a client)
Agency ConsultingFreelance
THE QUEST FOR THE ULTIMATE UX PORTFOLIO
1. Know Yourself 2. Prepare your work 3. Get out there!
The Quest for The Ultimate UX Portfolio
CONSOLIDATE YOUR WORK
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Collect everything! Pick the top 3 - 5 case studies Choosing the right case study is important Take pictures! Did I mention take pictures?
(What’s out there)ONLINE
(What you carry with you)OFFLINEVS
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ONLINE PORTFOLIO TIPS
Focus on breadth and not depth of work Mobile friendly (Responsive is a plus) Be brief (don’t get too wordy)
What problem did you solve? Your role Size of the team Design approach
Password protect (if necessary)
The Quest for The Ultimate UX Portfolio
OFFLINE PORTFOLIO TIPS
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Focus on 3 - 5 case studies Be contextual (based on the position) Be a storyteller of your work Framing each case study
Problem/opportunity Your specific role Team you worked with The approach Key challenges Overcoming challenges Metrics of success Outcome
Sample deliverables Have a backup plan! (Murphy’s law) WOW your future boss! (create excitement)
How do I show confidential documentation?
CONFIDENTIAL DOCUMENTATION
DO NOT EMAIL Take it with you for your in-person interview Blur/Remove logos in sample deliverables Avoid posting online (If you do, password protect it) Be careful of legal implications
DON’T TAKE ALL THE CREDIT
Don’t forget C.R.A.P
Contrast
Repetition
Alignment
Proximity
Don’t talk about… Me, Myself & I !
Talk about Us… what we will gain and how you are going to help get there
THE QUEST FOR THE ULTIMATE UX PORTFOLIO
1. Know Yourself 2. Prepare your work 3. Get out there!
The Quest for The Ultimate UX Portfolio
BEYOND THE PORTFOLIO
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Your LinkedIn profile Keep it up-to-date Have a good picture Write a good summary Get some recommendations Get endorsed
Formal well-structured resume 1 - 2 page(s) depending on experience Check for typos & alignment
List of work references Check out local IXDA & Meetup UX events!
How do hiring managers think?
The Quest for The Ultimate UX Portfolio
THE TYPICAL HIRING PROCESS
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Do you have the right hard skills? Do you have relevant experience? Do you present yourself well? How do you talk about your work? Do you have attention to detail? Do you have passion for UX? Are you worth my time?
Do you have the right soft skills? How are your communication skills? Do you know and use UX lingo? Do you have the right attitude?
Do you have the right skill set? Are you a good story teller? Are you a good cultural fit? Can I work with you? Will you add value to the team? Will you grow with the team?
CANDIDATE REVIEWRESUME & ONLINE PORTFOLIO
INITIAL SCREENINGOVER THE PHONE
FINAL INTERVIEWIN PERSON (OR VIRTUALLY)
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS & FEEDBACK@designonmymind
Photos Credit: Flickr user @jdhancock
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