Entries from Portfolio Center Blog tagged with 'featured'
Creating a Portfolio | Oct. 28
The Portfolio Center will take part in “Tips on Tuesdays” sponsored by Multicultural Affairs and offer a session geared to help you understand how to showcase your best work. We’ll discuss various portfolio formats and show examples. This is a...
Web Agent Workshops | Fall 2008
Seniors, grad students, recent alumni and (starting this year) juniors can use Web Agent, Columbia’s free web publishing system, to get your best work online.
Portfolios, portfolios, portfolios….
We spend a ton of time here at the aptly named Portfolio Center ranting and raving about getting your Body of Work in order for your portfolio. But what does that mean?
Portfolios, portfolios, portfolios….
We spend a ton of time here at the aptly named Portfolio Center ranting and raving about getting your Body of Work in order for your portfolio. But what does that mean?
Portfolios, portfolios, portfolios….
We spend a ton of time here at the aptly named Portfolio Center ranting and raving about getting your Body of Work in order for your portfolio. But what does that mean?
Blog Portfolios: Not Just for Writers Anymore
If you're looking for a quick and easy way to showcase your visual art, why not consider a blog? More and more artists are using a blog format because it is so accessible to those of us who may not...
Looking for portfolio books, cases, or duplication services?
Portfolios don't just make themselves you know. Some assembly is required. And while the Portfolio Center is available to help senior students document, design and produce some aspects of their portfolios we don't provide printing, duplication or packaging materials. But...
Personalized Domain Names
Having potential employers or clients locate your portfolio on the ever-growing World Wide Web with ease is a key to getting your body of work recognized.Our WebPublishing system generates a web address something like http://portfolio.colum.edu/JoeStudentSmith/. This address could be confusing...
Print Book Spotlight: Rachal Duggan, Art & Design '09
Pulling your work together for the first time for inclusion in a portfolio can be daunting. But you need to buck up and get it done. Then, get your portfolio in front of others and welcome any feedback on how...
PORTFOLIO BOOT CAMP: Workshops & Production for New Grads | June 9-13
SAVE THE DATES FOR PORTFOLIO BOOT CAMP! Shape up your body of work during this week long program especially for recent grads. You’ll have the opportunity to receive feedback on how to present your work and tighten up your portfolio...
Portfolio Web Walk-In Hours | May 12-15
We're opening up our doors and giving current Portfolio Web account users several chances to come in, ask questions and continue the plight to online portfolio greatness. If you need individual attention, can't quite get your formatting right, or maybe...
Portfolio Web Workshop Week | May 5-9
Back by popular demand: Portfolio Web Workshop Week. Seniors this is your chance to move your work into the world wide web. Attend one of the Portfolio Center's web site tutorial sessions during May 5-9 that will introduce you to...
Portfolio Web Walk-In Hours | May 5-9
We're opening up our doors and giving current Portfolio Web account users several chances to come in, ask questions and continue the plight to online portfolio greatness. If you need individual attention, can't quite get your formatting right, or maybe...
Industry Night Information Sessions | May 7
Industry Night is a series of 5 campus wide receptions that happen on May 15 (the night before Manifest) that will give graduating students access to working arts & media professionals. Over 250 professionals have RSVPed so far. This is...
IAM Portfolio Boot Camp | May 7
Join us for the IAM Portfolio Boot Camp! Come find out how to pull all your work together at a session specifically for interactive artists on Wednesday, May 7 from 5-8PM. We’ll discuss resumes, portfolio presentation and you’ll get a...
Photo Doc Day Spotlight: Lani Schuster, Book & Paper Arts
We realize that you may not know exactly where to begin when it comes time to build your portfolio. Quick word of advice: Start with your content. Does any of your work need to be documented? If so, there are...
Show Off to DuPuis Group | April 29 [NEW DATE]
On Tuesday, April 29 from 1PM-4PM DuPuis Group Creative Director Ivana Dzadzic will meet and advise graphic design students with an interest (and preferably samples) in consumer branding and package design. DuPuis is one of a handful of Chicago design...
Portfolio Boot Camp | Workshops & Production for New Grads | Coming in June!
Mark your calendar for Portfolio Boot Camp: Workshops & Production for New Grads to be held this June. We can't give you specifics on which professionals will be here or give you the exact times / dates of programs yet,...
Portfolio Web Spotlight: Blake Wells, '08
We're spotlighting some of the talented soon to be or recent grads of Columbia and their work...as well as services they've used through the Portfolio Center (of course). Blake Wells, Audio Arts & Acoustics major, recently set-up his text-based portfolio...
Internal Marketing Ins & Outs presented by Crate & Barrel
Join reps from Crate & Barrel's local team on Tuesday, April 22 at 1PM as they share their insights and experiences regarding marketing to internal audiences. Crate & Barrel opened it's doors in 1962 as a family business. Fast forward...
Portfolio Web Workshop Week | April 28-May 2
Seniors: Get your work online, in time for graduation. Attend one of the Portfolio Center's web site tutorial sessions during April 28-May 2 that will introduce you to Portfolio Web, Columbia’s free website publishing system. You’ll have the chance to...
Show Off to The Grillo Group | April 30 [NEW DATE]
Design basics are about layout, identity, and typography. The Grillo Group is known for their excellent work in each area. Senior Designer Gabrielle Schubart will visit campus on Wednesday, April 30 from 3PM-5PM to meet graphic design students, talk about...
ART WORKS: Photography Lecture with Sheila Metzner | May 1
Renowned photographer Sheila Metzner will show and discuss her work on Thursday, May 1 at 6PM in 1104 S. Wabash, 8th floor in Film Row Cinema as part of the “Art Works” Photography Lecture Series. Metzner’s photographs are featured in...
Show Off to Sheila Metzner | May 2
Visiting photographer / guest lecturer, Sheila Metzner will be available to review student portfolios and answer questions about presenting work on Friday, May 2 from 10AM-2PM. Metzner’s photographs are featured in many private and museum collections – notably The Metropolitan...
IAM & Game Design Portfolio Boot Camp | April 14 & 17
Find out how to pull all your work together at sessions specifically for interactive artists and game designers. Two programs to choose from. Freshman to seniors are encouraged to attend! Session One: Portfolios for Game Majors / Monday, April 14th,...
Design Daze: CD/DVD Design | May 5 & 9
Last chance of the semester for juniors, seniors, grad students & December '07 grads to get hooked up with a graphic designer through the Portfolio Center will create a kick-butt CD or DVD cover especially for you. This means a...
Get Gradical | May 1 [CANCELLED]
On Thursday, May 1 at 12:30PM we’ll explore graduate school options for cultural studies majors. Emily Easton, Senior Program Development Officer at University of Chicago (and former Portfolio Center staff dynamo), will join students to discuss strategies for choosing a...
Edit This | April 15 & 16
Attention editors: Here are two opportunities to hear from established, local editors about the daily grind of post production. These are open forum Q&A sessions geared to discuss current standards in the job market. Be sure to come with questions...
Get Your Spot Shot! DEADLINE EXTENDED | April 18
Have an idea for the next great commercial but don't have the resources to get it made? The Portfolio Center, Art & Design and Marketing Communication departments are looking to turn great concepts into fully produced 30-second spots. Junior and...
Show Off to En Prise Entertainment | April 29
En Prise Entertainment has a reputation for being on the cutting edge of the music scene. Co-owners Chess Hubbard and Matt DuFour, both tastemakers in their own rite, have been organizing, promoting and hosting successful, music-centric events in Chicago for...
AEMM Meet & Greet: Portfolio Options for Managers | April 24
Join the Portfolio Center and AEMM freshmen (and really, non-freshmen are welcome as well) on Thursday, April 24 at 1:30PM for this meet and greet which will focus on brainstorming ways that students can begin to develop a body of...
Show Off to Crate & Barrel | April 22
Louella St. Ville, Director of Education and Development, Crate & Barrel will be meeting with marketing and PR students to review portfolios on Friday, April 22 from 10AM-12PM. Crate & Barrel opened it's doors in 1962 as a family business....
Show Off to Next Theater | April 18 [CANCELLED]
Jim Davis, Production Manager for Evanston's Next Theater, will be on campus Friday, April 18 from 1PM-3PM to meet with and review theater design student portfolios. Jim has over 125 credits on his theatrical resume from theaters here in Chicago...
Show Off to The Onion A.V. Club | April 14
The staff of the Onion/AV Club will be at the Portfolio Center to review print journalism student work on Monday, April 14 from 1:30PM-4:30PM. The AV Club contains restaurant reviews and previews of upcoming live entertainment, specific to cities where...
Show Off to ASMP | April 10
Judy Herrmann and Susan Carr will give 30 minute consultations on the business of being a photographer on Thursday, April 10 from 3PM-5PM. Both Judy and Susan are working photographers and past presidents of the American Society of Media Photographers....
Show Off to photographer Vincent Dixon | April 16
Visiting photographer / guest lecturer, Vincent Dixon will be available to review student portfolios and answer questions about presenting work for commercial jobs on Wednesday, April 16 from 10AM-2PM. Dixon started his professional career in Paris and quickly was awarded...
ART WORKS: Photography Lecture with Vincent Dixon | April 15
Ireland native and award winning photographer Vincent Dixon will show and discuss his work on Tuesday, April 15 at 7PM in 1104 S. Wabash, in Film Row Cinema, 8th floor as part of the “Art Works” Photography Lecture Series. Dixon...
Marketing the Performer | April 4 @ 10AM
Want to find out some ways to increase your exposure as a performer? Attend Marketing the Performer on Friday, April 4 at 10AM. We'll discuss tips for creating effective publicity and how to attract others (besides your friends) to your...
Representing Representation | April 4 @ 11AM
Are you sure that you're ready for your close-up? Find out at Representing Representation on Friday, April 4 11AM. This is your chance to gain the scoop on what talent agents really want (and definitely don't want) to see when...
Booking the Gig: Demos & Press Kits | April 4 @ 12PM
Want to make sure that your demo doesn't end up in the trash? Hear from some of Chicago's top bookers at Booking the Gig on Friday, April 4 12PM. You'll get tips about how to put together your promotional package...
Show Off to Edelman Multicultural | April 11
The team from Edelman Multicultural is seeking a hard-working junior, senior, or graduate students with an enthusiastic, team-player attitude to serve as interns or trainees this summer in their Chicago office. On April 11 from 9AM-11AM reps from Edelman will...
The Designer’s Portfolio | April 11
Join professional graphic designers, illustrators and your fellow design students for a discussion about building effective design portfolios. This will be a very informative session for all student levels. Check back for update on guests. Location: Portfolio Center, 623 S....
Pricing Art Work | April 2
Lisa Boyle Gallery displays work in a variety of media and within a variety of styles. On Wednesday, April 2 at 11AM Lisa Boyle will participate in a moderated Q+A discussion to help emerging Columbia College fine artists understand how...
Show Off to Time Out Chicago | April 10
Time Out Chicago Marketing Manager Eva Penar will be on campus Thursday, April 10 from 3PM to 5PM to review student work. The publication--which offers a fresh young perspective on the scenes of London, New York and Chicago--is looking for...
AIGA Spring Portfolio Reviews | April 2
You’re graduating soon and it’s time to start thinking about the future. Connections. Opportunities to meet industry people. Critical feedback on your work. AIGA Chicago’s spring portfolio review is the forum for current graphic design professionals to review your work....
Show Off to Langley Creative | April 3
Sharon Langley and Jean Blasco of Langley Creative will be on campus Thursday , April 3 from 2PM-5PM to review body of work and give feedback and advice on developing a professional illustration portfolio. Reps are to illustrators what agents...
Show Off to The Onion A.V. Club | April 1
The A.V. Club, The Onion's arts and entertainment section, provides thorough coverage of the week's cultural happenings. On Tuesday, April 1 from 1PM -4PM Selena Salfen, photo editor at the Onion A.V. Club , will be on campus to review...
Shoot-A-Spot! Apply Now! | Deadline May 2
We’re looking for student producers, directors, cinematographers, editors and all other crew positions to shoot three commercials. The Portfolio Center, Art & Design and Marketing Communication departments held a competition (Get Your Spot Shot) giving opportunity to advertising art and...
Pricing Photography Work with guest Catherine Edelman | April 2
Catherine Edelman is a recognized leader in contemporary photography. Her gallery has a roster of over 30 established photographers, as well as a new Chicago Project that represents emerging Chicago talent. On Wednesday, April 2 at 9AM Ms. Edelman will...
Show Off to Jodie Zeitler, Artist Agent | April 10
Photography and illustration students have an opportunity to have their portfolio reviewed and get feedback on their body of work on Wednesday, April 10 from 1PM-3PM from artist agent Jodie Zeitler. Jodie reps many talented artists whose sum of work...
Show Off to Flatfile Galleries | April 8
Susan Aurinko of Flatfile Galleries will be available to meet with fine art and fine art photography students on Tuesday, April 8 from 1PM-4PM. Students can expect to receive direct feedback not only on their work but also advice about...
Show Off to Tangent Design Group | April 2
Product design students have the opportunity to have their portfolio reviewed and get feedback on their body of work on Wednesday, April 2 from 2PM-4PM. Tangent’s design director and studio manager Bryan Fox will visit to advise product design students...
Short Cuts: Reel & Resume Tape Editing
Short Cuts is your chance to bring in your footage and meet with an editor who can cut a professional reel or resume tape for you; for FREE. This service is open to film & video, television, and broadcast journalism...
Reel Impressions | March 19
On Wednesday, March 19 at 4:30PM come get tips about assembling a reel, building a website, and designing materials such as a DVD cover, press kit or business card. During this session we’ll show you examples of good film packages...
Show Off Showdown | March 11 Portfolio Reviews
Q: What happens when two Portfolio Center staff members make a bet to see who can book the most portfolio reviews for one day? A: A whole lotta chances for students to get feedback on their work that's what. March...
Show Off to Alarm Magazine | March 11
Journalism, marketing and AEMM students are invited to participate in a portfolio review with Alarm Magazine on Tuesday, March 11 from 12PM-2PM. Founded in 1995, ALARM Magazine is a bi-monthly collection of unique, inspiring, and astonishing stories from the independent...
Fashion Portfolio Faux Pas | March 6, 10 & 11
When it comes to your body of work, there’s no question that what’s in style is having a fashion portfolio that represents your talent in a professional manner. You’ll have three chances to join your fellow design students and industry...
Show Off to Saatchi & Saatchi X | March 6
Students with a body of work focused on interactive, industrial, interior, packaging or 3D design are invited to Show Off their portfolios on Thursday, March 6 between 2PM-4PM to Matt Kuttan, Creative Director for Saatchi & Saatchi X. Matt is...
Saatchi & Saatchi X presents Shopper Marketing Trends | March 6
Saatchi & Saatchi X’s Worldwide Creative Director Carlos Sanchez and Chicago-based Creative Director Matt Kuttan will be on campus Thursday, March 6 at 12:30PM to discuss with students a new concept called Shopper Marketing that agencies and marketers are raving...
Design Daze: CD/DVD and Press Kit Design | March 31 & April 4
What’s Design Daze you ask? It’s a chance for juniors, seniors, recent grads & grad students to spend 45 minutes with a graphic designer who will create a stellar press kit, CD cover, or DVD cover especially for you. This...
Photo Doc Day | March 27
On Thursday, March 27 you'll have an opportunity to get high quality photos of your portfolio samples taken by advanced photography students for FREE! Fashion design, product design, flatwork and paintings, headshots, sculpture, packaging . . . if it fits...
Show Off to Callie Lipkin, photographer | March 11
On Tuesday, March 11 from 5PM to 8PM, photographer Callie Lipkin will review student portfolios and provide feedback on their body of work. Callie’s work synthesizes documentary and studio photography genres. Her clients include Cosmopolitan, Microsoft and Upshot. Columbia College...
Show Off to 97.1 / 96.9 - The Drive | March 11
97.1 and 96.9 FM, The Drive will be on campus reviewing airchecks of Columbia's radio student body on Tuesday, March 11 from 10AM to Noon. Many of The Drive's personalities have had long histories at other Chicago radio stations. Come...
Show Off to James Imbrogno, photographer | March 11
[CANCELLED: Due to a conflict in Jame's schedule] Photography students have the opportunity to meet with James Imbrogno on Tuesday, March 11 between 1PM to 3PM and receive feedback on their portfolios. James is a dynamic still life, tabletop and...
Show Off to Taylor Castle, photographer | March 11
Taylor Castle is a Chicago based photographer whose work focuses on advertising and conceptual imagery. Taylor will meet with photography students on Tuesday, March 11 from 10AM to Noon and give advice on developing portfolios. Columbia College junior, seniors, grad...
Show Off to Midwest Teen Sex Show | March 11
[CANCELLED: Why? Because not many of you signed-up...no sign-ups, no Show Off] Midwest Teen Sex Show is a comedic, semi-educational video podcast featured bi-monthly. MWTSS has 65000 subscribers through iTunes making it one of the most popular podcast on the...
Show Off to Tom Lindfors, photographer | March 5
Photographer Tom Lindfors will meet with photo students and provide feedback on their portfolios on Wednesday, March 5 from 10AM to Noon. Described by past students as one of the most helpful Show Off guests, Tom’s body of work includes...
Show Off to Viaduct Theater | March 12
[CANCELLED: Why? Because not many of you signed-up...no sign-ups, no Show Off] The Viaduct Theater is looking for interns that are invested performing arts and music. Both design and more business minded students are encouraged to sign up, receive feedback...
Show Off to Pitchfork Media | Feb. 25
Pitchfork Media, Inc. will be on campus scouting for interns and giving feedback to AEMM, marketing and PR majors. Pitchfork Media is the self proclaimed home of the gratuitously in-depth record review. Self-motivated individuals who would like more information about...
Show Off to UR Chicago / En Prise Entertainment | March 5
UR Chicago and En Prise Entertainment will meet with design, marketing and management students on Wednesday, March 5 from 10AM to Noon to give feedback on student work and scout for interns. UR Chicago is looking for a design intern...
Show Off VSA Partners | March 18
VSA Partners is one of the best design firms (if not the best) in Chicago. Jessi Pervola, interactive team member and Columbia alum, will review interactive and print design books on Tuesday, March 18 from 6PM-8PM. VSA is responsible for...
Show Off to Carey Lundin, TV Producer | March 3
Local producer and director Carey Lundin is looking for an intern who is not afraid to get their feet wet. On Monday, March 3 from 10AM to 12PM, she will meet with film and television students whom are interested in...
Show Off to Flameshovel Records | March 3
Flameshovel Records will be on campus from 1PM to 3PM to provide graphic design and AEMM majors with feedback on their portfolios and to scout for interns. This Chicago label was formed in 2001 and has since put out 43...
Writing About Film | Feb. 21 at 6PM
Join us for a panel discussion on film journalism on Thursday, February 21 at 6PM. Panelists will discuss their views on current issues in criticism, the formation of a critical voice, and shifting trends in both the film and media...
Life Skills Workshop: Creating a Resume & Portfolio | March 4
First impressions count! Be sure you are in the know about best practices for creating your resume and portfolio package. On Tuesday, March 4 at noon Multicultural Affairs is teaming up with the Portfolio Center and Writing Center to cover...
Design Daze: Press kit, and CD/DVD Cover Design | March 3 & 7
What’s Design Daze you ask? It’s a chance for juniors, seniors, recent grads & grad students to spend 45 minutes with a graphic designer who will create a stellar press kit, CD cover, or DVD cover especially for you. This...
Business Card Day | March 5
Business Card Day is a chance for juniors, seniors, recent grads & grad students to get hooked up with a graphic designer who will create a knock-out business card design especially for you. You can’t beat the price (it’s free)...
Building a Branding Portfolio | Feb. 27
Whether you’re creating a design identity for yourself or for a client; effective branding is a key element to having your work remembered. On Wednesday, February 27 at 6PM several design professionals will discuss how to assemble a portfolio that...
Ad Portfolios: A Recruiter’s Perspective | Feb. 25
Cynthia McVicker, creative recruiter for Draft FCB, will visit the Portfolio Center on Monday, February 25 at 3:30PM for a discussion about her process of reviewing advertising portfolios. She’ll discuss do’s and don’ts that any student serious about pursuing creative...
Effective Advertising Portfolios | Feb. 19
This session has been CANCELED. Be sure to join us for Ad Portfolios: A Recruiter's Perspective on Monday, Feb. 25. Come hear recruiters speak on Tuesday, February 19 at 4:30PM about what they look for in advertising art and copywriting...
Submitting to Sundance 101 | Feb. 20
Sundance Film Festival is one of the hardest fests to break into due to tons of competition for a limited number of slots. BUT there are some key guidelines you should follow if you decide to submit your film. On...
Sundance Institute Filmmaker Focus Group | Feb. 20
Sundance Institute has selected Columbia College to participate in a special research initiative that allows students to help influence and generate ideas for new, meaningful programming. Sundance will be on campus on Wednesday January 20 to conduct a focus group...
Sundance Institute Focus Group | Feb. 20
Sundance Institute has selected Columbia College to participate in a special research initiative that allows students to help influence and generate ideas for new, meaningful programming. Sundance will be on campus on Wednesday January 20 to conduct a focus group...
Show Off to Michelle Nolan | Feb. 26
Michelle Nolan’s photography work spans editorial to travel to advertising assignments. Her visual narratives almost always contain people as the subject. Her pictures are simply intriguing. Michelle will review portfolios for photography and fashion design students on Tuesday, February 26...
Performance Photography | Feb. 21
On Thursday, February 21 at 6:30PM well-known music photographer Paul Natkin will join students for a discussion about how to capture images of performers that reflect their energy and emotion as well as your technical ability. Paul’s photography crosses all...
Business of Art Workshop Series | March 8
The "Business of Art” is collective programming designed to enable the artist/creative individual to successfully engage the world of business. On Saturday, March 8 from 10AM-4PM, participants will rotate between the following five classes: Grant Writing: This discussion will provide...
Show Off to Ellen Driscoll, Fine Artist | Feb. 22
Ellen Driscoll, Artist & Professor of Sculpture at Rhode Island School of Design will conduct portfolio reviews with fine artists on Friday, February 22 from 10AM to 2PM. On Thursday, February 21 Ellen Driscoll will speak as part of the...
TV Career Strategies | Feb. 9
Wondering how to get your production work noticed by potential employers? Attend this career strategies session on Saturday, February 9 at Noon and gain insight about how to build a successful portfolio for television careers. Join professional guests as they...
Show Off to McDonald’s Corp. | Feb. 21
McDonald’s Corporation has several open positions in their Creative Services department-- and they want to hire Columbia students. Company reps will be on campus Thursday, February 21 from 11AM to 1PM to meet with film, TV, motion and graphic design...
Show Off to Brian Kuhlmann | Feb. 21
Brian Kuhlmann's photography has appeared in leading industry publications including Communication Arts, Photo District News and Digital Photo Pro. A master craftsman in lighting and color, his assignments include: Microsoft, Hostess, Energizer and Vibe Magazine. Brian will review photography portfolios...
Show Off to Todd T Design | Feb. 21
Todd and Jill of Todd T Designs will review graphic design portfolios on Thursday, February 21 from 10AM to Noon. Todd T Designs range from logos to packaging and branding. The company will be scouting for an intern so bring...
2008 Weisman Award Winners Announced
Congratulations to the 2008 Albert P. Weisman Award recipients. Over thirty-five undergraduate and graduate students will be awarded funding for projects in areas that include AEMM, dance, fashion design, film, interdisciplinary arts, photography and theater. 2008 Recipients: Matt Austin, Brooke...
Resume Tape How-To
If you're planning to be a broadcast journalist, you may not need a resume but you definitely need a resume tape. But, what if you're not sure what goes into making a great one? We asked TV news reporter and...
Building a Commercial Photography Portfolio
Photographers rely on commercial work to pay the bills and sometimes even exercise their creative muscles too. But, when pitching your work to an art buyer or an art producer, you better be ready with a commercially geared portfolio that...
Creative Portfolio Packaging | Jan. 30
What's the line between creative presentation and gimmick? During this session we'll explore answers to that question and discuss how to create a marketing identity for your body of work that attracts attention in a good way. Part of the...
Documenting & Archiving Your Work | Jan. 29
Back-up your talent with a digital copy of your work. On Tuesday, January 29 at 3PM we'll discuss best practices for documenting, archiving and formatting work for inclusion in a portfolio. Part of the Spring Weeks of Welcome. Open to...
Visualize Your Portfolio | Jan. 28
It's never too early to think about how to present your body of work. On Monday, January 28 at 3PM we'll introduce you to portfolio formats, resources and ways students in various majors can showcase their talent in a portfolio....
Spot Shot Students Win Ava Awards
Congratulations to Columbia's student winners of the 2007 Ava Awards!!! Two of the spec commercials produced as part of our first “Get Your Spot Shot” competition won top places in the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals' student category. Jennifer...
Graduate School Application Know-How
So, we’ll admit that the connection between portfolios and graduate school applications for programs outside of the arts is tenuous at best, but hear us out: both require you to present your work professionally and succinctly- and most students have the exact same questions about both their...
Portfolio Center Quick Start
There are tons of portfolio resources available to students but where should you start? Well, that depends on the level of your work. We've added a Quick Start guide to our website to help students navigate their way to Portfolio...
Do you know about the Portfolio Wiki?
The Portfolio Center created a Portfolio Wiki as a means for students to research common terms used in arts & media industries. With currently over 90 articles, this wiki aims to educate those assembling and revising their own creative portfolios,...
Show Off to Saverio Truglia | Nov. 28
Saverio Truglia will review photography portfolios on Wednesday, November 28 from 2PM-5PM. Saverio is actively scouting for a spring 2008 intern and we want to put Columbia’s best student work in front of him. Saverio's work spans commercial, editorial and...
Show Off to Lakeshore News Tonight | Nov. 29
Krystal Morris, Reporter/Weathercaster for Lakeshore News Tonight will conduct broadcast critiques of student resume tapes on Thursday, November 29, 2007 from 10AM to 12PM. Prior to joining Lakeshore News Tonight, Krystal anchored the morning and noon news broadcasts at WMBD-TV...
Portfolio Boot Camp: Reviews, Workshops & Production for New Grads | Jan. 21-25
Are you graduating this year? Congrats! Next step job hunting, right? Wrong. Shape up your body of work first. Take this quick survey (it really is quick) and let the Portfolio Center know ways in which we can help you...
Show Off to WSCR – The Score | Nov. 29
Program Director Mitch Rosen of WSCR “The Score” sports talk radio will review airchecks on Thursday, November 29 from 2PM to 5PM. You may know WSCR as home to the ever-lovable “Boers and Bernstein Show” but while Mitch is here,...
Show Off to Stewart Talent | Nov. 28
Sheila Dougherty, an agent with Stewart Talent, will review voiceover demos on Wednesday, November 28 from 2PM to 5PM. Stewart Talent represents a wide range of talent including voiceover artists for animation, commercial, narration, promo and political work. Seniors and...
Show Off to Relay Worldwide | Nov. 30
Human Resources Director Jodi Budnick of Relay Worldwide will scout graphic design talent and review portfolios on Friday, November 30 from 1-3PM. Relay is a full-service sponsorship and event marketing company. Relay’s client list includes Jim Beam Brands, Miller, Coca-Cola,...
Open House: Technical Theater Portfolio Information Session
All technical theater majors are invited to participate in an informative discussion about your body of work and how to build a portfolio. You’ll be introduced to documentation and presentation issues, various portfolio formats and given an overview of resources...
Miami Ad School Talks Portfolios | Nov. 15
With 12 locations worldwide, including Chicago, Miami Ad School is known and well-respected for cranking out advertising folks with stellar portfolio books. On Thursday, November 15 at 3:30, Denise Esterkyn, Director of Miami Ad School’s San Francisco location, will provide...
Show Off to Firebelly Design | Nov. 29
Good design for good reason is Firebelly Design’s motto. On Thursday, November 29 from 10AM to 1PM designers Antonio Garcia and Will Miller will review student graphic and interactive design portfolios for the company. Firebelly has served over 100 clients...
Show Off to Manuela Guidi LLC | Nov. 20
Creative Recruiter Allison Sagehorn with Manuela Guidi LLC will review portfolios for students preparing for ad-creative careers on Tuesday, November 20 from 1:30-4:30PM. Manuela Guidi is one of the most respected names in the Midwest advertising community. The firm sources...
Show Off to Beat Studios | Nov. 13
John Aitken, Founder & Manager and Doug Stanley, Retoucher & Illustration of art production service house Beat Studios will review portfolios showcasing digital imaging/retouching and illustration on Tuesday, November 13 from 2PM-4PM. Beat Studios’ utilization of art and technology has...
Grad School Application Prep: For Non-Arts Programs | Nov. 15
On Thursday, November 15 at 12:30PM we’ll explore graduate school options for cultural studies majors. Chad Cyrenne, M.A., Ph.D. in the Department of Political Science Preceptor and Application Reviewer for the M.A. Program in the Social Sciences, University of Chicago...
Show Off to Zun Partners | Nov. 15
Zun Partners' Owner Bill Ferdinand, a brand application expert, will review student design portfolios with branding and identity focuses. NOTE: The date and time has been changed to Tuesday, November 13 from 12PM to 2PM. Zun Partners creates and manages...
Branding Awareness: How to Build a Branding Portfolio | Nov. 13 @ 9AM
Whether you’re creating a design identity for yourself or for a client; effective branding is a key element to having your work remembered. On Tuesday, November 13 at 9AM we’ll engage several professionals in a discussion about how to assemble...
Show Off to Schumann & Co. | Nov. 14
Patti Schumann, Artist Representative and founding agent of Schumann & Company, will be here to review photography and illustration portfolios on Wednesday, November 14 from 10AM to Noon. Schumann & Company represents nationally noted photographers and illustrators. Award recognition includes,...
Show Off to Wunderman | Nov. 14
Wunderman Chicago is part of a global award-winning promotional agency whose clients include Microsoft (Xbox), Burger King, Vodafone and Coke. Art Director Kristine Arth will visit to review creative advertising portfolios on Wednesday, November 14 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Open...
Apply Yourself: Pitching and Writing for Freelance Jobs | Nov. 8 @ 1PM
Join professionals for a conversation about searching and applying for freelance writing jobs. On Thursday, November 8 at 1PM you’ll receive tips that will help make your approach stronger as well as information about ways to assemble your portfolio specifically...
Short Cuts: Reel & Resume Tape Editing | Nov. 5-9
Last call of the semester for students who would like their reel or resume tape edited. Sign-up for Short Cuts, November 5-9, a week-long opportunity for film & video, television, and broadcast journalism students to bring in video-based work and...
Covered: CD & DVD Design Day | Nov. 7
Wednesday, November 7 is your last chance of the semester to get a professional CD or DVD cover designed at the Portfolio Center by a talented graphic design student. Juniors, seniors, graduate students and May ’07 graduates seeking package design...
Reel Exchange: Directing | Nov. 1
Reel Exchange 2007 continues with a session for directors on Thursday, November 1 at 1PM. Film professionals will join directing students in a discussion about assembling clips for presentation on a reel. This session is an excellent opportunity for students...
Reel Exchange: Cinematography | Oct. 25
Reel Exchange 2007 continues with a session for cinematographers on Thursday, October 25 at 1PM. Cinematography professionals Michelle Crenshaw (American Dreams, The Closer), Steven Hiller (The Fugitive, Anchorman, Primal Fear), and Bill Birch (The Blues Brothers) will join students in...
Reel Exchange: Animation | Oct. 24 @ 1PM
Reel Exchange 2007 continues with a session for animators on Wednesday, October 24 at 1PM. Dawn Rivera-Ernster, Talent Recruiter for Disney and Pascal Hang, Character Technical Artist, Electronic Arts will join animation students in a discussion about the presentation of...
Creating Digital Portfolios for Graduate School Applications | Nov. 2 @ 1PM
Memphis College of Art’s Director of MFA Programs, Sanjit Sethi, will discuss the components of and the process for creating a digital portfolio for graduate school on Friday, November 2 at 1PM. This will be an informative session for fine...
Show Off to Ed Kashi | Oct. 30
Award-winning photojournalist Ed Kashi will meet with emerging photojournalists and review their portfolios on Tuesday, Oct 30th from 9AM to 11AM. Dedicated to documenting the social and political issues that define our time his clients include National Geographic, Time, NY...
Art Works: Photography Lecture Series presents Stewart Cohen | Nov. 8
Canadian born Photographer/Director Stewart Cohen will show and discuss his work in the Ferguson Lecture Hall (1st floor of the 600 S. Michigan Bldg) at 7pm on Thursday, November 8 as part of the “Art Works” Photography Lecture Series. Stewart...
Show Off to Stewart Cohen | Nov. 9
Photographer/director Stewart Cohen has worked on seven continents for clients such as Nokia, Samsung, Frito Lay, American Airlines, and Toshiba. Stewart is winner of over 60 top industry awards; most recently at the IPA Lucies. He has been profiled in...
Covered: CD & DVD Package Design Day | Oct. 22
Sure, sharpies are cool and who doesn’t like writing with them? But when it comes to your reel, demo, aircheck or resume tape a CD or DVD with your name scrawled in permanent marker isn’t really professional. The question you...
Short Cuts: Get your reel or resume tape cut | Oct. 22-26
When applying for jobs in the film, TV or broadcast journalism industry you’re going to need either a reel or resume tape to accompany your resume. Short Cuts is your chance to bring in your footage and meet with an...
Reel Exchange 2007
Reel Exchange is an exchange of motion images and ideas. Several film professionals will visit Columbia to view student reels and provide feedback to animators, cinematographers, directors, and editors. This is a one-of-a-kind program that allows film students and alumni...
Tech Support: Building a Technical Theater Portfolio | Oct. 29
Have you ever tried to carry a stage into an interview with you? Doesn’t work, right? For theater set, lighting and costume designers the second biggest task (after creating the actual design) is documenting the work for preservation in a...
Styling Fashion Portfolios | Oct. 15 & Oct. 17
When it comes to your body of work, there’s no question that what’s in style is having a fashion portfolio that represents your talent in a professional manner. You’ll have two chances, Monday, October 15 and Wednesday, October 17 @...
Show Off to Time Out Chicago | Oct. 29
Time Out Chicago is THE one-stop publication for news, events and entertainment information. Here is your chance to discuss how to assemble and present a strong clips package geared towards the magazine industry. Managing Editor Amy Carr will meet with...
Apply for the Albert P. Weisman Award | Deadline: Nov. 29
Could you use additional funding to finish your masterpiece? Apply for the Albert P. Weisman Award. This matching grant provides funding, up to $4000, to a limited number of undergraduate (60 credit hours or more) and graduate students in a...
Business Card Day | Oct. 23 & Nov. 8
Back by ever popular demand: Business Card Day will take place on Tuesday, October 23. We’ll pair you with a graphic designer who will create a professional card for you-- for free (printing not included). By the time you read...
Show Off to Mightybytes | Oct. 22
Mightybytes is a design driven communications firm whose technical savvy recently won them four American Graphic Design Awards for their web and print projects. The company’s body of work is broad in scope and includes media for The Neo-Futurists, Sears...
Show Off to Tommy Wike, Producer | Sept. 27
THIS THURSDAY, September 27 from 1PM to 3PM come show your director’s reel to Tommy Wike. You may be asking: Tommy who? He is a 2002 alum of Columbia College. After graduating and interning at Spyglass Entertainment, Tommy moved back...
Ad Portfolios: A Recruiter’s Perspective | Sept. 27
You may have your opinions about what merits a strong, captivating advertising portfolio but the professionals have the experience. Thursday, September 27 at 3:30PM you’ll have the opportunity to hear Jessica Altus, Recruiting Coordinator, Leo Burnett and Susie Steinberg, Creative...
Portfolio Brainstorming: Fashion Focus | Sept. 25
Just an FYI—Fashion is a business. If you’re looking to break into the fashion design or management biz you’re going to need to learn how to promote yourself. On Tuesday, September 25 at 10AM we’ve recruited Allie Adams, Owner &...
Presenting Portfolios: How to Discuss Your Body of Work | Oct. 4
There is no doubt that good work speaks for itself. However, being able to communicate the contents of your portfolio will command even more attention for your work. On Thursday, October 4 @ 1PM we’ll discuss some basic do’s and...
Building Your Portfolio | Oct. 4
Are you unsure about how to assemble your body of work for inclusion in a portfolio? On Thursday, October 4 at noon we’ll talk about ways that you can turn your “box” of completed projects into a professional package. You’ll...
Show Off to Torque | Oct. 16
Torque is an awarding-winning creative marketing agency based in Chicago. Torque’s unique approach to understanding the relationship between brands and their diverse audiences has garnered the company clients such as Borders, Motorola and Fox & Obel. Co-founder, Principal and Creative...
Show Off to Jim Krantz, Photographer | Oct. 2
Chicago based photographer Jim Krantz will visit the Portfolio Center on Tuesday, October 2 from 10AM to noon to meet aspiring artists, view their work and advise them on practices of preparing work for galleries and commercial aspirations. Jim Krantz’s...
Portfolio Brainstorming | Sept. 20
How do you market yourself to professionals? Well, why don't we ask the marketing professionals. This rotating Q&A session will give students an insight on how to apply the same creative skills used by marketing mavens, PR pros and graphic...
Fresh Blood: The Portfolio Center Welcomes New Staff
The Portfolio Center is pleased to welcome three newcomers to our staff: Keesha Johnson, Portfolio Production Manager; Caroline Juhlin, Creative Industry Liaison; and Weston Morris, Production Coordinator: Web. Additionally Mercedes Cooper has moved to Communications Coordinator and Emily Easton has...
Tisch Talks Portfolios for Graduate School | Oct. 3
There is no easy route to "make it" in theatre, film or writing. If you’re pondering graduate school as a next step in any of those areas then a review of your artistic work will probably be required to apply....
Albert P. Weisman Scholarship Exhibition | Sept. 4 - Oct. 12
Congratulations to the 2007 Albert P. Weisman Memorial Scholarship recipients. Fifty-two undergraduate and graduate students were awarded funding for projects in areas that included book & paper arts, film, fine art, music, photography and writing. An exhibition of the winning...
Television Career Strategies | Sept. 15
Wondering how to get your production work noticed by potential employers? Attend this session on Saturday, September 15th @ Noon and gain an overview of how to build a successful portfolio for television careers. Our professional guests will give you...
Reviews for Hire: Building a Portfolio for Reviewing the Arts | Sept. 12
Do you have a burning desire to write about the works of art you love – and those you don’t? Put those opinions to good use and join us at the Portfolio Center on Wednesday, September 12 @ 9AM for...
AICE win for former Show Off participant
Congratulations to Laura Madalinski (Film & Video, ’04) on her grand prize AICE 6th annual Trailer Park win for her 90-second trailer selling the action movie “Hero.” Laura is currently assistant editor at Outsider Inc. Might we add she landed...
Q: Need a business card? A: Yeah, you do. We'll design one for you. A good one. | Sept 19th
The ever-popular and always-packed Business Card Day is back. The first of three for the 2007 fall semester will take place on Wednesday, September 19th. What is Business Card Day? You mean you haven't heard? The Portfolio Center will make...
Design Daze for Press Kits, DVD/CD Covers ... all your portfolio design needs | Sept 18th
You've always known you're not an artist - at least, not a designer. It's okay, you don't have to be. You're a [...insert your desired occupation here]. That doesn't mean your portfolio materials shouldn't be visually appealing. They absolutely should....
An Introduction to Archiving Your Work
What are Archives? Archives refer to any collection of records, as well as the location of the collection. In order to truly keep an archive, copies of records are kept in separate location. This is known as redundancy. Duplicates protect...
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