Instructional Designer Portfolio Masterclass
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Are you an aspiring or experienced Instructional Designer? Are you looking to land your dream job or attract new clients as a freelancer? If so, having an outstanding portfolio is absolutely crucial. But I understand that creating an effective portfolio from scratch can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure about what to include to truly showcase your skills. That’s where this practical masterclass steps in to guide you towards success!
As someone with over 15 years of experience in the Learning & Development industry, I have had the privilege of reviewing more than 100 Instructional Designer portfolios both as a hiring manager and mentor. I’ve witnessed firsthand what works and the common mistakes that individuals make when building their initial portfolios. Drawing on this wealth of knowledge, I have created this course to provide you with comprehensive insights into creating an effective portfolio, along with practical tools that will enable you to develop a fully functional portfolio by the end of the program—one that will impress hiring managers and clients alike!
Throughout this course, we will cover the following key areas:
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In-depth analysis of great real-world portfolios: We will explore top-notch portfolios to demonstrate the level of quality you should strive for. By dissecting successful examples, you will understand what it takes to stand out from the crowd.
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Project outline templates: Crafting your projects’ context is vital to communicate your skills to potential employers or clients effectively. This course provides valuable templates that will help you clearly and concisely outline your projects, leaving no room for ambiguity.
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FREE Authoring Tool: No need to reach for your credit card! I will equip you with a FREE Authoring Tool that enables you to create your portfolio courses hassle-free. Say goodbye to an expensive start to your Instructional Design career and hello to a seamless portfolio-building experience!
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Practical Portfolio Briefs: Through hands-on exercises, I will guide you through four portfolio briefs that will serve as the foundation for your projects. You will gain invaluable experience as you work on each brief, honing your skills and creating impressive examples to showcase your expertise.
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Comprehensive guidance on hosting and website options: I understand the importance of presenting your work in an engaging manner. That’s why I provide you with thorough guidance on hosting your portfolio courses and exploring various website options. Your portfolio will be informative and visually captivating, leaving a lasting impression on potential employers and clients.
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Personal Branding: Effectively defining and promoting your brand is critical to selling yourself to hiring managers and clients. This course delves into the strategies and techniques you need to develop a compelling personal brand that will set you apart from the competition.
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Avoiding common mistakes: Starting a portfolio can be a minefield of potential missteps. I will highlight the most common mistakes made by Instructional Designers and show you how to steer clear of them. By learning from the experiences of others, you can save time, energy, and frustration on your journey to portfolio excellence.
By enrolling in the Instructional Designer Portfolio Masterclass, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to build an outstanding portfolio that reflects your expertise and captivates potential employers and clients. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your career and open doors to exciting new opportunities in corporate Learning and Development!
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1Introduction and why having a Portfolio is so importantVideo lesson
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25 tips for creating an ID Portfolio that people will enjoy & course insightsVideo lesson
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3What do ID Portfolios actually look like, analysis and example portfolio 1Video lesson
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4Example ID Portfolio 2Video lesson
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5Example ID Portfolio 3Video lesson
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6Example ID Portfolio 4Video lesson
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7ACTIVITY: PORTFOLIO REFLECTIONSText lesson
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8Introduction and Defining Professional IdentityVideo lesson
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9Understanding Personal BrandingVideo lesson
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10Assessing your Skills and ValuesVideo lesson
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11Defining your Target AudienceVideo lesson
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12Creating your Unique Value Proposition (UVP)Video lesson
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13Developing your Personal BrandVideo lesson
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14Aligning your brand with the needs and expectations of potential employersText lesson
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15Building a Professional NetworkVideo lesson
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16Evolving and ReevaluatingVideo lesson
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17ACTIVITY: SETTING GOALS AND DEFINING YOUR TARGET AUDIENCEText lesson
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23FREE Authoring tool utilisation for portfolio creationVideo lesson
To help you greatly in your course creation, you can utilise the FREE version of the IsEazy Authoring Tool.
Should you wish to upgrade your account and save 10% off the price, then you can use code 'YOURSKILLSHUB' to do so.
Enjoy!
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24Leveling up your visual design quickly with the ready-made templatesVideo lesson
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25Pros and Cons of using AI to create written content for your portfolioText lesson
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39Template for providing context to your portfolio project write up - Area 1Video lesson
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40Template for providing context to your portfolio project write up - Area 2Video lesson
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41Template for providing context to your portfolio project write up - Area 3Video lesson
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42Template for providing context to your portfolio project write up - Area 4Video lesson
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43Template for providing context to your portfolio project write up - Area 5Video lesson
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44Template for providing context to your portfolio project write up - Area 6Video lesson
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45Using video to provide your portfolio contextVideo lesson
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46Structuring and providing effective wording to your portfolio projectsText lesson
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47Options for developing a professional website to display your portfolioVideo lesson
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48How to host your portfolio courses online: Introduction to Amazon AWS ServerVideo lesson
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49Articulate 360 ReviewVideo lesson
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50IsEazy Direct LinksVideo lesson
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51Learning Management System (LMS)Video lesson
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52Using Google Sites to show your portfolioText lesson
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53Keeping your portfolio up-to-date and relevant with ongoing professional growthText lesson
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54Where to gain weekly challenges to spark inspiration for your portfolioVideo lesson
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55Niche and Industry-Specific PortfoliosText lesson
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56Strategies for maintaining a balance between quality and quantityVideo lesson
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57Mock portfolio project brief DIYVideo lesson
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58Gaining feedback on your portfolio and making changesVideo lesson
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59Joining your Global Learning and Development CommunityVideo lesson
