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For me it was a mix of all three, but the portfolio is what opened doors. I started adding case‑study style slides that showed my thinking, not just the final layouts or scripts. Side projects helped too, because I could set my own briefs and prove I could originate ideas, not just execute someone else’s.
Yes. Ask for the opportunity and make it easy for them to say yes. Also do spec work and your own student type projects to practice. Happy to take a look if you want outside experience high level/decisonmaker POV.