A UX portfolio course to help you write better case studies, stand out to recruiters, and get a role you love.
The UX Portfolio Formula - A UX portfolio course created by Sarah Doody
40h 27m 54s
English
Paid
Struggling To Finish Your UX Portfolio And Prepare For Job Interviews?
- Not sure how to write a UX case study and tell the story of each projects?
- Do you keep applying for roles and not get invited for interviews?
- Did you do a UX bootcamp that did not deliver on helping you get hired?
- Been in UX for a while, and can't figure out exactly which projects to include?
- Stuck in research mode and not actually working on your portfolio?
- Are you not applying for roles because you're embarrassed by your portfolio?
About the Author: Sarah Doody
Sarah Doody is a US UX researcher and educator focused on the UX career path — particularly the portfolio construction craft that anchors UX job applications. She runs the Career Strategy Lab and publishes the UX Notebook newsletter.
Her CourseFlix listing carries The UX Portfolio Formula — A UX Portfolio Course — a structured treatment of UX portfolio construction: the case-study format, the storytelling patterns, the visual presentation, and the patterns that recruiters and hiring managers at real product teams actually respond to.
Material is paid and aimed at UX designers preparing portfolio work for job applications. For broader content, see CourseFlix's UI/UX Design category page.
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All Course Lessons (70)
| # | Lesson Title | Duration | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Watch this first! Demo | 01:46 | |
| 2 | Set yourself up for success | 02:25 | |
| 3 | рџЊџ NEW: UX Portfolio Checklist & Progress Journal | 10:34 | |
| 4 | UX Portfolio Template in (Keynote, PPT, PDF) | 02:50 | |
| 5 | BONUS: Example of user research project in a UX portfolio | 08:13 | |
| 6 | Intro | 01:58 | |
| 7 | Lesson 01: You are not the user | 05:11 | |
| 8 | Lesson 02: Get clear on your future | 07:43 | |
| 9 | Lesson 03: Don't Focus on Titles | 06:35 | |
| 10 | Lesson 04: The 3-Part Skills Assessment | 09:25 | |
| 11 | Lesson 05: Creating Your Career Compass Statement | 08:46 | |
| 12 | Lesson 06: Choosing which projects to include | 09:07 | |
| 13 | Lesson 07: Dealing with NDAs | 05:09 | |
| 14 | Lesson 08: How to grow your experience | 06:07 | |
| 15 | Lesson 09: Inside the head of recruiters & hiring managers | 08:12 | |
| 16 | Action items & recap | 02:19 | |
| 17 | Intro | 00:55 | |
| 18 | Lesson 01: Why case studies matter | 05:51 | |
| 19 | Lesson 02: The 7-part case study formula | 10:41 | |
| 20 | Lesson 03: The 3-step case study writing process | 05:57 | |
| 21 | Lesson 04: Case study examples | 06:27 | |
| 22 | Action items & recap | 02:14 | |
| 23 | Intro | 01:01 | |
| 24 | Lesson 01: The 3 key sections of your portfolio | 09:50 | |
| 25 | Lesson 02: The "work" section in detail | 12:34 | |
| 26 | Lesson 03: Making non visual projects visual | 11:51 | |
| 27 | Lesson 04: The Master Portfolio Strategy | 04:33 | |
| 28 | Action items & recap | 01:32 | |
| 29 | Intro | 01:16 | |
| 30 | Lesson 01: The Interview Magnet Strategy | 07:04 | |
| 31 | Office Hours: March 11, 2020 | 01:00:38 | |
| 32 | Office Hours: February 19, 2020 | 01:19:13 | |
| 33 | Office Hours: January 15, 2020 | 56:05 | |
| 34 | Office Hours: February 13, 2020 | 01:01:19 | |
| 35 | Office Hours: February 13, 2020 | 01:04:07 | |
| 36 | Office Hours: January 29, 2020 | 01:21:11 | |
| 37 | Office Hours: January 29, 2020 | 42:14 | |
| 38 | Office Hours: December 17, 2019 | 01:27:16 | |
| 39 | Office Hours: December 17, 2019 | 01:11:09 | |
| 40 | Office Hours: November 27, 2019 | 18:36 | |
| 41 | Office Hours; November 6, 2019 | 01:11:31 | |
| 42 | Office Hours: October 30, 2019 | 01:18:01 | |
| 43 | Office Hours: October 16, 2019 | 53:56 | |
| 44 | Office House September 25, 2019 | 01:07:53 | |
| 45 | Office Hours: September 18, 2019 | 01:08:56 | |
| 46 | Office Hours: September 11, 2019 | 01:10:31 | |
| 47 | Office Hours: September 4, 2019 | 01:29:41 | |
| 48 | Office Hours: June 2019 | 55:10 | |
| 49 | Office Hours: May 25, 2019 | 50:33 | |
| 50 | Office Hours: April 24, 2019 | 49:54 | |
| 51 | Office Hours: March 20, 2019 | 52:55 | |
| 52 | Office Hours: Jan 30, 2019 | 51:49 | |
| 53 | Office Hours: Jan 23, 2019 | 56:30 | |
| 54 | Office Hours: Jan 9, 2019 | 50:40 | |
| 55 | Office Hours: November 20, 2018 | 39:57 | |
| 56 | Office Hours - Oct 9, 2018 | 47:02 | |
| 57 | Office hours - August 14, 2018 | 43:51 | |
| 58 | Office Hours, August 3, 2018 | 44:38 | |
| 59 | Office Hours - July 17, 2018 | 58:58 | |
| 60 | Office Hours - June 12, 2018 | 01:07:22 | |
| 61 | Office Hours - May 15, 2018 | 43:57 | |
| 62 | Office Hours: April 12, 2018 | 39:27 | |
| 63 | Office Hours: March 1, 2018 | 27:15 | |
| 64 | Office Hours: February 15, 2018 | 44:43 | |
| 65 | Office Hours: February 1, 2018 | 46:45 | |
| 66 | Office Hours: October 10 | 43:53 | |
| 67 | Office Hours: October 3 | 44:28 | |
| 68 | Office Hours, September 6 | 01:11:42 | |
| 69 | Office Hours: August 30 | 44:32 | |
| 70 | Office Hours: August 8, 2017 | 51:30 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the prerequisites for taking this course?
There are no formal prerequisites for the course, making it accessible to individuals at various stages of their UX career. However, having a basic understanding of UX design principles and some experience with UX tools like Keynote or PowerPoint would be beneficial. The course is designed to guide you through building and improving your UX portfolio, so previous project experience can help you apply the lessons effectively.
What will I build or create by the end of the course?
By the end of the course, you will have a polished UX portfolio that includes well-crafted case studies. The course guides you through creating a UX Portfolio using a template available in Keynote, PowerPoint, or PDF formats. You will also develop a Career Compass Statement and understand how to select and showcase your projects effectively.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is aimed at UX professionals who are looking to enhance their portfolios to stand out to recruiters and hiring managers. It is ideal for those who want to transition into new roles, improve their case study writing skills, or ensure their portfolio reflects their skills and experiences accurately to secure a role they love.
How does this course compare in depth to other UX portfolio courses?
This course offers a structured approach with 70 lessons focusing on different aspects of building a UX portfolio, including a 7-part case study formula and insights into what recruiters look for. Unlike some other courses, it includes actionable strategies like the Interview Magnet Strategy and provides a template for creating your portfolio.
What specific tools will I use during the course?
The course provides a UX Portfolio Template that can be used with Keynote, PowerPoint, or PDF, allowing flexibility based on your preferred software. It doesn't focus on teaching specific UX design tools but emphasizes portfolio presentation and case study creation.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover in-depth UX design techniques or specific UX software tutorials. It is primarily focused on building and improving a UX portfolio, writing case studies, and understanding recruiter expectations. For technical UX design skills, additional courses may be required.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
The course consists of 70 lessons, and while the total runtime is not specified, students should be prepared to engage with each lesson thoroughly. The time commitment will vary depending on how much time you spend on exercises such as creating case studies and applying the strategies discussed.