How to Build a Product Design Portfolio With No Experience
If you’re an aspiring product designer or UX designer struggling to create a strong portfolio without real work experience, this video will show you how to write a compelling case study with content that demonstrates your skills. I’ll guide you through practical steps to structure a case study, highlight your design process, and present projects in a way that stands out to recruiters. Whether you’re building your first design portfolio, switching careers into product design, or planning to move to London and break into the design industry, this video gives you actionable tips to showcase your potential and make your portfolio more professional.
🔗 Resources mentioned:
Briefbox — https://briefbox.me
Devpost (Hackathons) — https://devpost.com/hackathons
Major League Hacking (MLH) — https://mlh.io/seasons
Dribbble Challenges — https://dribbble.com/tags/challenge
Eventbrite (search “Design Hackathon”) — https://eventbrite.co.uk
Meetup (design & hackathons) — https://www.meetup.com
LinkedIn Events (search “UX hackathon”) — https://linkedin.com/events
✨ This is Part 1 of my beginner portfolio series — focused on planning and principles. In Part 2, I’ll share how to transform your projects into strong case studies that recruiters will love.
🔗 Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5A4ULfXHbYM&t=356s
✨ If you liked this, check out my UX Laws series for quick design lessons you can apply to both your work and life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMmDmcxY1cM&list=PLECH3YfomTQZ9_sMl8ONvBOc2gZF_OFYW
Portfolio illustration: https://icons8.com
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A little about me //
Hi, I’m Jen 🌸
Your cozy internet friend who’s figuring out life one moment at a time.
I film my slow mornings, London days, creative projects, and the tiny things that make life feel warm again.
Here, you’ll find:
✨ gentle vlogs
✨ honest chats
✨ soft productivity
✨ building a life & community in London
✨ intentional living (without the pressure)
If you like a cozy corner of the internet to unwind, you’re in the right place.
Grab a tea and stay a while. ☕️💛
Buy me a coffee (if you’d like to support the channel):
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Dearjenn
With love,
Jen
🔗 Resources mentioned:
Briefbox — https://briefbox.me
Devpost (Hackathons) — https://devpost.com/hackathons
Major League Hacking (MLH) — https://mlh.io/seasons
Dribbble Challenges — https://dribbble.com/tags/challenge
Eventbrite (search “Design Hackathon”) — https://eventbrite.co.uk
Meetup (design & hackathons) — https://www.meetup.com
LinkedIn Events (search “UX hackathon”) — https://linkedin.com/events
✨ This is Part 1 of my beginner portfolio series — focused on planning and principles. In Part 2, I’ll share how to transform your projects into strong case studies that recruiters will love.
🔗 Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5A4ULfXHbYM&t=356s
✨ If you liked this, check out my UX Laws series for quick design lessons you can apply to both your work and life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMmDmcxY1cM&list=PLECH3YfomTQZ9_sMl8ONvBOc2gZF_OFYW
Portfolio illustration: https://icons8.com
#productdesignportfolio #uxdesignportfolio #howtowriteacasestudy #uxcasestudytips #designportfoliotips #portfolioforbeginnerdesigners #uxportfoliowithnoexperience #productdesigncareerswitch #howtogetdesignjobinlondon #designportfolioexamples #uxdesignportfoliocasestudy #portfoliotipsforjuniordesigners #productdesignportfolioguide #casestudyfordesignportfolio #uxportfoliowithoutclientwork #howtomakeauxcasestudy #breakingintoproductdesign #productdesignportfoliolondon #howtobecomeaproductdesigner #uxdesigncareeradvice
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A little about me //
Hi, I’m Jen 🌸
Your cozy internet friend who’s figuring out life one moment at a time.
I film my slow mornings, London days, creative projects, and the tiny things that make life feel warm again.
Here, you’ll find:
✨ gentle vlogs
✨ honest chats
✨ soft productivity
✨ building a life & community in London
✨ intentional living (without the pressure)
If you like a cozy corner of the internet to unwind, you’re in the right place.
Grab a tea and stay a while. ☕️💛
Buy me a coffee (if you’d like to support the channel):
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Dearjenn
With love,
Jen