Portfolio Prep Universities
Portfolio Prep class
This course covers the basics of portfolio creation for university admission purposes. Students will learn how to select and arrange appropriate materials to showcase their skills and interests, as well as how to write a personal statement. The aim is to give students the confidence and ability to put together a strong portfolio that will improve their chances of being accepted into their chosen university program.
Class Starts Summer June 2023 (Pacific Time Zone/California),
Time: Mondays 7-10pm. June 1st - August 19th (Place holder date)
Cost: $500 TBA (don't how much to charge yet)
15 Students Max. First come first serve basis
First is class free (must sign up). All class are first come serve basis. Once the class fills up free option will no longer be available. See details: Link
Class will be hosted on Zoom. Please download app before 1st day of class. Mic is required for critiques, webcam encourage not required (nobody want to speak to a blank screen)
Shared Google Drive Folder for Student Feedback
Demos will be in Adobe Photoshop. Students are free to choose their own media such as Procreate or traditional media.
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This class is for intermediate level art students who want to continue developing their skills. Students are expected the know basics human anatomy
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Please note this is class is lecture heavy. You will received a lot of information.
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Expect 3-5 hours of homework per week with this class.
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Live feedback
Class is full, join the waitlist
Class Summary and Expected learnings
This class is focus to teach students how to designs for game development and problems solving
Course Overview
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Week 1: Introduction to Portfolio Creation
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Overview of the course and expectations
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Discussion of the importance of a portfolio in university admissions
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Overview of the types of materials that should be included in a portfolio
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Week 2: Identifying Your Skills and Interests
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Self-assessment exercises to identify strengths and areas for improvement
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Discussion of how to highlight skills and interests in a portfolio
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Week 3: Choosing the Right Materials
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Overview of the types of materials that can be included in a portfolio (e.g., academic work, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, etc.)
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Discussion of how to select the most relevant materials for a specific university program
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Week 4: Organizing Your Materials
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Techniques for organizing and arranging materials in a logical and visually appealing manner
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Discussion of how to create a cohesive narrative through the selection and arrangement of materials
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Week 5: Personal Statements
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Overview of the purpose and structure of a personal statement
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Discussion of how to write a personal statement that stands out from the crowd
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Week 6: Review and Feedback
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Peer review of portfolio materials
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Discussion of how to incorporate feedback and make improvements
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Week 7: Finalizing Your Portfolio
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Tips for proofreading and editing your portfolio
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Discussion of how to present your portfolio in a professional manner
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Week 8: Preparing for Interviews
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Overview of the interview process for university admissions
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Discussion of how to prepare for an interview and how to use your portfolio as a tool during the interview
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Week 9: Applying to Universities
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Overview of the application process for universities
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Discussion of how to use your portfolio to make a strong impression during the application process
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Week 10: Final Project
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Students will create a final portfolio that includes all the materials from the class and then present it to the class for feedback.
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Note: This course is designed to provide a thorough overview of the subject matter. The exact content and structure of the course may be adjusted by the instructor to best suit the needs and interests of the class or the student(s).
Instructor's Gallery
Instructor: Kathy Zuniga
Kathy Zuniga is a Talent Acquisition & Management professional with over a decade of experience in the entertainment and gaming industries. She has held various recruitment roles at companies such as Blizzard Entertainment, Riot Games, and Method Studios. In addition to her work in talent acquisition, Kathy has also served as an Adjunct Professor at the Laguna College of Art and Design. Currently, Kathy is working as a Creative Talent Acquisition Specialist at GreenPark Sports, and has recently joined Nexus Studios as a Talent Acquisition & Management professional.
