Who is Portfolio Review Night for?
PRN is intended for graphic designers who are within their first five-ish years of working, in their last year of a design program, or any designer who needs another set of eyes on their portfolio. We help designers understand how to build a good portfolio and make it a more effective tool for your job hunt and career growth.
How do I prepare for the event?
Prepare your portfolio as you would for a job interview. Get your best work together, update your images, and write about your projects - but don't worry about making it perfect. PRN is about getting feedback on your portfolio, so we're expecting it to be a work in progress! If there's something you can't figure out, leave it and get help in your reviews.
What do I get at PRN?
At in-person PRN events, you get three 1:1 portfolio reviews, two discussion panels with local design pros, a professional headshot, snacks, and a little swag. Moreover, you’ll add to (or start building) your creative network, which will serve you for years to come.
What if my portfolio isn't ready yet?
The thing about an event like PRN is that you don’t have to be ready, because this isn’t about showing people your best work - it’s about getting help and advice from people who’ve been there. PRN helps you prepare your portfolio so that when you need it - like when you graduate, or stumble upon your dream job, or need to escape a really bad job - you’re ready to go.
Does it make sense to go to PRN if I already have a job or internship?
Your career is always evolving but changes won’t always be within your control. Making contacts and getting advice now is the best way to build a fulfiling career that lasts a long time. Finding work and getting hired often boils down to who you know, and the earlier you start to build contacts in this industry the better prepared you'll be.
Who will I get reviews from at PRN?
We invite a broad set of senior creative professionals to do reviews and join the discussion panels. Reviewers come from design studios, ad agencies, tech companies, PR firms, and in-house teams. They do work like branding, editorial, motion, packaging, product design, web design, and more. A list of reviewers is included in the details of each event.
Is PRN worth my time?
Only if you want to spend an evening making connections within the Toronto design industry, getting an inside perspective on how this industry works, and practice presenting your portfolio. You can do that on your own - but we built PRN because it's easier to do all that together instead of alone.
Does this event happen in-person or online?
We run PRN event in-person and online. In-person events are the best for getting to know people and having conversations that lead somewhere. We also run online reviews so people who can't make it in-person can still get the benefits of networking with the Toronto industry, whether you're local or thinking about moving here.
