How to make an Instructional Design portfolio

I'm usually asked for my portfolio during interviews and phone screens. I have the link right at the top of my resume. I built a website with Wix, but you don't have to do that, you really just need one well-designed page to put examples of your work and comments about them (how you made each, what program you used, and how you can bring that skill to the company you're applying to).

Canva video editing is free. You can screen record your work on your computer, clean it up in Canva, and post the video to your site. Alternatively, you can upload the video to YouTube (also free) and post the link on your page.

Demos of software like Articulate Storyline and Lectora are free with your email (for a limited time, so to make the most of it, plan out what you’re going to make before you sign up for the demo). You can get practice with the software and post a screen-recorded video or screenshots of your work on your page.

You can also make a mock lesson plan in Word or Google Docs. If your portfolio platform doesn't allow you to upload Word documents or PDFs, you can take a (clear, not blurry - zoom in first) screenshot and post that image.

Make sure to have your contact information in the portfolio, too.

Websites are pretty fast to make nowadays (depending on what features you want to include) and give you a chance to show your personality and personal branding (i.e. what you want to emphasize as your strengths and preferences in your career). It doesn't necessarily have to be flashy, just organized. But it can quickly get the point across that you're a skilled employee for companies looking for someone with your experience and expertise.