A Space for Graphic Designers.
Reasons to Book a Review


As a designer, you already know that strong portfolios open doors. Weak portfolios do not.

Many designers hit mental blocks when shaping their portfolio. The portfolio is the fulcrum upon which acceptance or rejection happens. And emotional blockers like Imposter Syndrome, low confidence, or faltering morale can impose a paralysis that feels impossible to overcome.

The Port Review provides an opportunity for designers to get third-party, objective feedback from industry leaders who will help them shape their personal branding to align with key factors that trend toward success.
The Process


Every designer receives a short questionnaire upon booking a review. In this survey you’ll provide information about your experience level, your career goals, and whatever challenges you’ve been facing professionally.

After submitting your survey, your portfolio is reviewed on the basis of four critical factors that align with success in securing clients / employment. These factors are:

  • Presentation (Is the portfolio meeting industry expectations of a professional?)

  • Content (Do the work samples match the designer’s goals?)

  • Demonstration of Skill (is the portfolio focused on a fluency of process and tools?)
  • Power of Personal Brand (How effectively is the designer individuating themselves in their work?)

When your review is complete, you’ll receive a review packet containing feedback on up to 6 projects*, and a plan of action to start making updates right away. Some review options include a follow-up virtual meeting to discuss your portfolio, your feedback, and your strategy for moving forward.

Choose Your Review 


Three packages are available, based on the level of review and personal brand-building that feels best for you: from a review focusd solely on your portfolio, to a granular examination of your work, resume, and interview presence, you’ll come away with a tons of useful insights and a renewed sense of confidence in what you’ve done and where you are going.



Option A

Standard Review
  • Designer intake and career goal survey.
  • Comprehensive review of up to 6 projects*.
  • Review packet containing assessment of strengths & opportunities for improvement.
  • Update strategy to strengthen personal branding.
  • Entirely text-based via email.





Option B

Review with Virtual Meeting
  • 20 min career consultation via video meet.
  • Comprehensive review of up to 6 projects*.
  • Review packet containing assessment of strengths & opportunities for improvement.
  • Update strategy to strengthen personal branding.
  • Back-channeling how-to guide.
  • Follow-up after 30 days.



Option C

Case-study Crafting with Career Coaching
  • 20 min career consultation via video meet.
  • Case study development & enhancement.
  • Update strategy to strenghen personal branding.
  • Linkedin optimization.
  • Resume assistance.
  • Back-channeling & networking support.
  • Interview prep and coaching.
  • Follow-up after 30 days.


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