How to Create an Online Portfolio (Plus Examples of Tools You Can Use!)

Building an online portfolio is important, especially if you have pieces of work that you want to share with potential employers. Regardless of your field of work, having a portfolio is handy for job hunting because it allows you to showcase your personal brand immediately. And, in case an employer asks for examples of your work, having an online portfolio at your disposal allows you to quickly send a link over instead of putting everything together upon request.

Nowadays, there are many examples of portfolios on the Internet. But with so many options at your fingertips, creating your own can be overwhelming. If you are not sure where to start, take a look at some of our examples of portfolio sites that are most suitable for the job you want.

1. Upload your resume to a job portal such as JobStreet 

Begin curating your online presence by adding a profile to JobStreet, one of the leading job portals in Malaysia. Having a relevant and updated profile in JobStreet allows employers to check your application more easily. 

To have your JobStreet profile work for you at its best, make sure to upload your updated resume or CV here. As the platform allows you to upload your resume or CV in PDF format, you can add links to your portfolios freely. 

Consider being more creative in sharing links to your portfolios. You can add a QR code to your document using an online QR code generator. Or, you can simply use a link shortener for a unique link that can be easily accessed. 

2. Build a website or create a blog

If you are up for the challenge, you can try building a website from scratch to highlight your skills. Wix is a popular platform where you can build your own website from scratch. The platform comes with pre-built designs that you can use and tweak around with. 

Another option is WordPress. It is a popular website for personal blogs, but this platform can do more than that. In fact, some websites are powered by WordPress and coded accordingly. There are also various templates that you can easily use and customise as needed. 

3. Place your work on a platform made especially for visual design and art

If you are applying for a creative position, consider the platforms that specialise in visual art. Two of the biggest platforms in the market now are Behance and Deviantart. For photographers and other creative work such as make-up artistry or set design, a good platform to post your portfolio is Instagram. 

When making a visual portfolio on these platforms, do not forget to write a brief description of each entry so people can appreciate your work. Also, beware of the common mistakes graphic designers must avoid when building a portfolio. 

4. Upload a highlight reel to a video streaming site

For those with audio or video portfolios, a great way to showcase your work is through a highlight reel. Upload a compilation of the work you are most proud of and put it together in one video. Some of your options are YouTube, Vimeo, or Dailymotion. 

If you are not comfortable having your video appear in searches on these platforms, set up your accounts in a way that only employers can view them. For example, you can have your YouTube video marked as unlisted to prevent strangers from viewing it.

5. Have a landing page that links out to other platforms. 

Do you have your portfolio uploaded on different platforms? Having a specialised landing page is a clean way to share your portfolio links in your CV without bombarding employers with too many links. You can use Carrd, a website that serves as a landing page that links to other websites.

An online portfolio is a great way to show your work to employers. That said, it is also important that your work profile is set up; so, do not forget to update your JobStreet profile for employers to find you easily. 

Look for #JobsThatMatter on JobStreet to find work that fuels your passion and purpose. If you are currently looking for work, add #WorkNow to your profile so recruiters know you are ready to start work right away. 

For more expert insights and helpful tips on building your career, visit the Career Resources Hub. 

At JobStreet, we believe in bringing you #JobsThatMatter. As a Career Partner, we are committed to helping all jobseekers find passion and purpose in every career choice. And as the number 1 Talent Partner in Asia, we connect employers with the right candidates who truly make a positive and lasting impact on the organisation. 

Discover Jobs That Matter. Visit JobStreet today.

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