This Simple Architecture Portfolio Got Me a Job at Gensler

Your architecture portfolio doesn't have to look like it came out of an SCI-FI movie. In this video, I share the surprisingly simple portfolio that got me 4 interviews, 3 job offers, and my dream job at Gensler as an architect.

If you're more of a technical architect who's struggling to put together a portfolio that showcases your technical skills, this video is perfect for you. I also share a few tips at the end to help you stand out more when you bring this architecture portfolio to an interview.

FREE LINKEDIN PROFILE GUIDE:

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
03:05 Format
05:02 Order
05:54 Content
06:00 Work Projects
09:50 School Projects
12:04 Tip No.1
13:06 Tip No.2

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🙋🏻‍♀️ WHO AM I:
I'm Joann, a licensed architect turned marketer in tech. I talk about architecture, career, and personal branding.

[jordimarino]

It works! I made my portfolio following your advice and I got a call from BDP, I gave my interview today!
Thank you very much Joann Lui

(I will update this comment if I get the job)

[Joseph]

Yes yes, I am a recent interior design graduate and struggling to be accepted at a job very much so!
Would love to see the updated portfolio or any more tips for students without much experience!

[toph]

Thank you so much for sharing your portfolio format! It is challenging to find formats for working professionals, not just students. I'm 10 years into my career and now own a design studio, but I do a lot of projects as an independent contractor, so a simple portfolio that gets all the ideas across quickly is helpful.

[izabelaweiss]

Thank you for making this video! I just came across it and I have been struggling to my my portfolio as all my experience is technical!

[MayaPavon]

Wow this video was so helpful!!! I’m currently trying to look for new jobs with 2 years of experience and it’s so hard to find any guidance or examples on what to do with your portfolio or when you go to interviews, thank you!

[cliffordmorano]

Thank you very much, it was so informative.

[kristenstanford]

I would love to see your updated portfolio. This is a great video!!!

[apekshapatel]

Omg this is what I have been looking for. Thank you for posting

[jamiestephens]

Yay! Another great and helpful video! Thank you! 🙂

[wapbibi]

I am looking for portfolio sample that will help employers understand what I do with my previous jobs, thank you for sharing your portfolio.

[thejayxo]

Love this video! While I’m not a recent grad anymore (I also am in the fb group and follow you on LinkedIn) I wanted to give this a watch just so I can update my portfolio when it’s time to start looking again. I’ve landed jobs doing exactly this! My portfolio was probably 10 pages max, what helped was me talking to them about what I’ve done.

[JoannLui]

Do you prefer a simple architecture portfolio or a crazy fancy one?

[priyanshisoni]

Great video! First time heard of something this simple yet effective! I have background in preparing CD Sets for Structural Engineering Part, and a experience with doing WBLCAs. Any tips on how to get into Architectural side with that experience?

[carolinaq]

Hello. This is a great video. Thanks. I just would like your suggestion on how to present a portfolio if you only have Cad experience. No renders or 3d images were using in my office, Maybe 1 or 2. By the way my experience is more than 10 years in small projects but always using Autocad . I appreciate your imput

[alexvaquero]

Any advice for architecture portfolio covers?

Should it be creative with personality or would a minimalistic cover be better?

[rajjumala]

I have upcoming interview with Gensler for Technical Designer. Please I need some advice. 🤞🏼

[raduteodorpetrica]

Useful info! Just out of curiosity, how many pages was this portfolio?

[adamsayash]

Hello Joann, I'd like to ask you how could I make the shift from being a design architect into a technical architect? Do you recommend any books or courses to enhance my ability to draw construction drawings?

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