How do I choose the right graphic design portfolio examples to include?

Choose portfolio pieces for where you want to go, not just where you have been. Each project should earn its place by proving a specific capability.

• Select work that points toward your target clients and industries.
• Make sure each piece demonstrates a distinct skill, such as brand systems, layout, illustration, or typography.
• Cut anything that does not align with the direction you want your career to take.
• When unsure, ask a trusted colleague which pieces left the strongest impression.

A tight, intentional selection beats a large, unfocused one every time.