Facilitator 1: Jessi Franko, Rider University
This short course proposes that it is time to revolutionize the student portfolio. No longer is just a print portfolio acceptable in interviews--now it is the norm to have an online portfolio of a professional level of quality, which enhances one's professionalism and marketability in the workplace. In this short course we will discuss why an online portfolio is necessary in today's communication job field, the importance of knowing your audience, how to choose appropriate projects to include within the portfolio, and how to describe and "sell" the projects. Last but not least, we will review and explore several free online portfolio websites that students (or faculty) can use to showcase their work and design style. Participants are encouraged to bring their laptops, resumes, and samples of their work to create their own online portfolio.