How to create a portfolio

At a glance

Format: on site at the mdh Berlin campus and online via Zoom
Cost: Free of charge
Language of instruction: English

This free workshop introduces you to the topic of portfolios for creative degree programs and vocational training. You’ll learn what really matters in a strong application portfolio—whether you’re just getting started or already have some initial work to show.

Registration is possible until 12:00 p.m. on the day of the event. You will receive the access link or, in the case of on-site sessions, the address by email on the same day.
 

What to expect

Clarity, hands-on insights, and honest feedback.

• Understanding your portfolio: What it is, why you need it, and why it matters
• Selecting the right work: What resonates and what you’re better off leaving out
• Scope & structure: How many projects make sense and how to present them effectively
• Finding themes & style: Developing your own ideas, showing range and presenting yourself authentically
• Insights into creative studies: What design, game, film, and media programs really expect
• Personal feedback: If you like, you can show your work and receive individual feedback
• Next steps: How to strategically develop your portfolio all the way to your application

The goal of the workshop is to show you what truly counts in a portfolio and to answer your specific questions.

This workshop is ideal if you’re planning a creative degree or vocational training at mdh or a similar institution and want to understand how a portfolio is structured.

Especially suitable for:

• Prospective students with little or no portfolio experience
• High school students in the exploration phase
• Applicants looking for feedback and structure
• Anyone who wants to develop their work more strategically

Jacob Brams (Graphic and Motion Designer)