Graduated in 2020, wanted to be a graphic designer, took a job at a startup in a social media role. The boss called me the "r" word for not handling entire 13-ish accounts roster well by myself. I quit. Found a role as social media specialist. Realized (again) that I hate social media. Moved to in-house mktg manager, only to be a glorified graphic designer / someone to call the city to cut down trees. I job hopped too much, I feel my portfolio is empty. How do I restart again? I feel defeated.

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Build the portfolio you want and are capable of, not just the portfolio you were paid to do. It's okay if your portfolio is a mix of conceptual and paid projects.

Mine showcases designs and passion projects that I will never get a penny for, and probably will never actually be hired for as a job (mostly because I've moved on from some areas of design in my career), but shows off my personality, style, hobbies, and other skills. I also had to "clean up" most of my paid work too so it looked prettier and more cohesive. For example, using digital mock-ups on 3D products, scenes, and device screens and such. Doing something like that might help you feel more connected with your work, and feel prouder to showcase it.

Also, f* that boss. I hope karma comes for that ableist verbally-abusive a$$hole.

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