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Preparing Your Portfolio

Monday 3rd Nov 8AM UTC | Nicklas Byriel
Your portfolio is your ticket in, make sure it gets you through the door.
REGISTER FREE
OVERVIEW

Your portfolio is the single most important tool for getting noticed in the cg industries.

In today’s competitive market, studios, recruiters, and clients often spend less than a minute deciding if your work stands out.

This 2-hour Elevate session gives you practical advice on what makes a portfolio effective, what gets you hired, and what potentially holds you back. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of what makes a good portfolio to maximize your chances of landing your next role or freelance opportunity.

For those who bring their own portfolio, we’ll also run live reviews, offering direct feedback for yourself and everyone at the webinar to learn from.

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Course Details

How the Course Works

A quick snapshot of the schedule, class format, and learning experience.
tuition-bronze-01 Difficulty

Beginner

  
certificate-bronze-03 Pre Requisites

None

  
Tools Requirements

PC 

  
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2 hours

 

  
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Live online via Zoom.
Recordings are provided for review

  
start-date-bronze-02 Start Date

Starting Monday
3rd Nov 2025
8am UTC

  
OUTCOME

What You’ll Learn

1
Hard and Fast Rules

You will understand how to tailor your portfolio for specific roles, as well as how many pieces to include.

 
2
Biggest Mistakes to Avoid

You will learn more about which work examples you should not include and how to best showcase your collaborative skills.
3
General Career Advice

We'll take you through what recruiters really look for in portfolios and how to position yourself after a layoff.
4
Live Portfolio Reviews
We will be providing immediate, constructive feedback from an expert working in industry.
FORMAT

Your Learning Journey

We will cover the state of hiring in CGI industries and why portfolios matter more than ever.
We will take you through good and bad examples of a portfolio, as well as recruiter insights and insider perspective.
Selected attendees’ portfolios will be reviewed live. This feedback will provide general lessons which can be applied for all participants.

You’ll have the chance to ask any open questions about the program.
We’ll wrap up by highlighting key takeaways and outlining next steps you can take towards your portfolio. 

 
Overview

Accredited Bachelor Degrees & Diplomas

CG Spectrum offers specialised creative degrees and diploma programs designed to prepare students for careers in the entertainment industry. These programs focus on practical, industry-relevant skills, taught by experienced professionals. Key areas include:

  • 3D & 2D Animation - Learn character and creature animation for film and games using industry-standard tools.
  • Game Design & Development - Master game mechanics, level design, and programming to create immersive games.
  • Visual Effects - Explore compositing, simulations, and digital effects for film and TV.
  • Digital Illustration & Concept Art - Develop skills in character design, environments, and storytelling for games and film.
  • 3D Modeling - Create assets for games, films, and virtual productions, focusing on both hard-surface and organic modeling.

Programs are flexible, online, and focus on hands-on learning, portfolio development, and mentorship from industry experts. These courses are suited for beginners and advanced learners looking to break into the creative industries.

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MENTOR

Meet Your Instructor

Nicklas Byriel is Head of the 3D Visualization Department at CG Spectrum. He has taught and helped shape an award winning school in Architecture Visualization in Denmark and worked in 3D visualization for more than a decade. He is a Chaos Certified V-Ray Mentor, he founded the Chaos Theory YouTube digital learning channel, and runs his own creative studio, Negative Black.

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Studios + Projects

Spaces are limited. Save your seat.

Register for free to join the session live. 
COURSE OPTIONS

Learn your way

Join a small group class for a collaborative experience, or opt for private 1-on-1 training for personalized guidance.

  One-time Payment    7-Day Refund Guarantee  

Group Class

US$ 999
Learn, build, and grow together.

The Group Class is the core program designed for collaboration, peer feedback, and community learning — while keeping the group small enough for personal mentor support.

  • Level: Intermediate
  • Lessons: 6
  • Capacity: 6
  • Prerequisites: Basic drawing skills
  • Required Hardware: Windows PC
  • Required Software: Toon Boom Harmony,
    Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, ProCreate

Class is live every Monday at 7pm UTC.
Starting November 3rd.
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Private 1 on 1

US$ 2,495

If you prefer learning one-on-one with a mentor at your own pace, we also offer a private version of this course.

The requirements (software, tools, format, and support) are the same as the Group Class. 

The private version runs over 6 weeks, giving you:

  • Tailored guidance to match your goals

  • Flexible scheduling within a clear 6-week timeline

  • Direct feedback on your work

  • The freedom to learn at a pace that suits you

  • A stronger mentor relationship with focused support

 
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