UX Research Portfolios
Feb. 25, 205; March 11, 2025
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The UX Research team hosted a workshop featuring , who shared advice and industry insights on UX research portfolios.
Portfolio Development Action Items
Include an 'About Me' section in portfolio to showcase personality and cultural fit
Portfolio strategy: Showcase fun facts, advocacy work, and include contact information with resume and work samples.
Effective portfolio: Diversify links, highlight impactful projects, and showcase professional achievements across platforms.
Answer 'Why' throughout portfolio: Research interests, methodology choices, participant selection
Document learnings and potential improvements from past research projects
Include supporting documents like artifacts, wireframes, and prototypes in portfolio
Portfolio best practices: Define research roles, include accessibility considerations, and maintain clean, concise presentation.
Portfolio Development Action Items
Tailor portfolio case studies to match specific job description and research method requirements
Optimize LinkedIn profile by customizing URL and adding personalized username
Collect LinkedIn endorsements and recommendations to increase profile credibility
Be specific about research type (qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods) in LinkedIn profile
Customize resume for each job application, using keywords matching job description
Include bootcamp work in portfolio to demonstrate commitment and skill development