Build an Instructional Design Portfolio for Humans, Not AI Filters

Unlike your resume—filtered by bots—your portfolio lands in a human’s hands. Learn exactly what we notice (and what we ignore).
  • Insider tips from a senior leader who’s reviewed hundreds of portfolios
  • A human‑centered storytelling framework that connects
  • Practical, low-cost solutions you can implement today
Hi, I'm Dave Stevens,  former Director of Learning at a variety of Fortune 100 companies. I've reviewed hundreds of ID portfolios—and hired the designers behind them. This course shares exactly what I looked for.



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The strongest portfolios aren’t showcases. They’re conversations.

And that changes everything.

A showcase tries to impress.
It says, “Look what I made.”

A conversation connects.
It says, “Here’s how I think. Here’s how I solve problems. And here’s how I might help you.”

One is polished. The other is personal.
One feels like a gallery wall. The other feels like pulling up a chair.

And guess what hiring managers actually remember?
The one that makes them feel something.
The one that makes them think:
“This person gets it. I can see them on my team.”

When your portfolio shifts from presentation to conversation, it stops trying to prove your worth—and starts demonstrating your value.
That’s the shift that gets interviews. And offers.

A Powerhouse Course on Portfolio Design

Most instructional design portfolios get skipped in under 3 minutes. I used to be the hiring manager doing the skipping. In this short, punchy course, I’ll show you exactly what makes a portfolio stand out—and what quietly disqualifies even great candidates. You’ll learn what hiring managers look for, how to show your real value, and how to build a standout portfolio without spending a dime on fancy tools. All for just $27.

  • Why most portfolios fail fast
    Learn the subtle signals that cause hiring managers to click away in seconds.
  • The 5 traits every great portfolio shares
    These aren’t about tools—it's about Human-Centered Design.
  • What makes your work stand out against 100 competitors
    Move beyond screenshots to storytelling that sets you apart.
  • How to build smart—on a budget
    Get practical hosting tips and platform hacks (no pricey tools required).
  • The #1 trust trigger hiring managers subconsciously seek
    A small but powerful framing device that will put you and your portfolio
    at the top of everyone's hiring list.

What Our Students Say:

This course explains how it all works.
This  course explained in a way I can understand what hiring managers want. David's inside perspective changed everything. I have two interviews. And I'm not nervous.
chantelle
More than I expected
What I liked best was how just two sentences completely flipped my portfolio. this course made me think about portfolios completely different. The human-centered stuff is easy and a game changer.
Olivia
Big Value
The quality insight, the whole new way to look at a portfolio is worth 10 times this much. Why didn't someone tell me this before? If you are unsure, buy this course. You won't be sorry.
Jose

Beat the Bots: A Simple Way to Make your ID Portfolio Irresistible to Humans

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Course overview
Created by a longtime hiring manager, this course reveals what actually gets instructional design portfolios noticed—and what gets them quietly dismissed. You’ll learn how to stand out in a crowded market through human-centered storytelling, smart structure, and real-world insights. We go beyond tools and templates to help you show how you think, how you solve problems, and how you make learning better.
  • Video / eLearning time: 90 minutes
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