portfolio checklist

What's YOUR TYPE Things to think about

Bilingual samples (source and target texts)
Visual representation of projects (photos, logos)
Mini case studies (scope, challenges, & solutions)
#TeamTranslator tip:
You could also have a mix of two or more types.
Did you select the right type of projects/sample
texts? (Are those the areas you'd like to work
more in?)
Does your portfolio fit into your overall
branding? (colours, fonts, imagery)

Extra tips
DON'T forget to add
If you'd like to create a bilingual portfolio with
Your name sample texts but can't use real-life examples due
Contact details to NDAs, look for open source material to
translate (e.g. Creative Commons).
Language pair(s)
If you'd like to add real-life examples, try
Professional membership(s)
approaching charities for pro bono work in
Your services exchange for a testimonial and being featured in
your portfolio.
Subject areas

Your logo (if you have one) Similarly, friends and family with a business
might be a good way to start.

might want to add Instead of having one document that includes all
A short bio your featured projects, you can have several
specialised documents you can send to
A picture of yourself prospects working in that area.
Client testimonials
If you cannot use your client's photos/imagery,
#TeamTranslator tip: check out stock photo sites, you might find some
Make sure your portfolio's layout isn't overcrowded. great pictures there. Make sure to select images
that are cleared for commercial use and credit
the creator where needed.
Check with the client
You can use the project in your portfolio You don't need to have a fancy design tool to
prepare your portfolio: there are free services you
You can use a sample text (bilingual portfolio) can use or services that have a free version (e.g.
You can use their name Canva).

You can use the end client's name (in case of LSPs) Make sure you update your portfolio from time to
time with newer projects.
You can use their logo or imagery

You can use the end client's logo or imagery

Your notes
You can use your contact's name (testimonial)

#TeamTranslator tip:
Send the portfolio page(s) for approval to your client
before you start using them in your marketing.

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