Finally landed a job interview for a junior designer role.
Its interesting that I forgot printed portfolios could be a thing, decided to download my website portfolio in preparation.
Do people still use printed portfolios?

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I am the overkill type and have a handful of printed pieces in my bag, just in case.
Bonus of bringing the big bag. If I need them, they're there.

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Honestly might do the same, just on the off chance they ask. No harm in bringing

I don’t think so, usually people have online profile and they put the link of the profile like hands or LinkedIn or any another one and they just share the link

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Honestly, if we were hiring for a junior role and someone brought a printed portfolio, I'd be impressed. It would show to me you're serious and want to stand out. Trust that I'll remember you as a candidate.

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nope!

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Why not?

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At the very least you could bring an iPad with some work samples queued up.

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Congrats on landing an interview! Is it in person which is why you're considering bringing a printed portfolio? It couldn't hurt but if it's also going to cost you a decent amount to get it printed nicely, you might want to weigh the benefits of it

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