Today a web presence is not only easy but it is expected. There are many portfolio websites to choose from and each with its own benefits. Since most are free why not make your presence known on all of them?
AIGA + Behance
Website: http://portfolios.aiga.org ::||:: Website: http://www.behance.net
The professional organization of graphic designers has partnered with the Behance Network to provide an online portfolio to its members. The Behance Network is free to signup but you must be accepted to post your online portfolio. The caliber of work is high but the site attracts a lot of traffic. A direct link to your portfolio is provided.
CarbonMade
Website: http://www.carbonmade.com
A fantastic portfolio website showcasing work by some very talented individuals. Individual portfolios are clean and customizable with a direct link to your work provided.
Signup is free w/ option to upgrade.
Coroflot
Website: http://www.coroflot.com
An online portfolio gallery and design job-posting site. Clean and easy to navigate Coroflot provides more of a community atmosphere. No easy direct portfolio link.
Signup is free.
Creative Binge
Website: http://www.creativebinge.com
This site is a community/discussion portfolio site where you can get feedback on your work. No simple direct link to portfolio.
Signup is Free.
Design Related
Website: http://www.designrelate.com
A community based portfolio site.
Signup is free.
DeviantArt
Website: http://www.deviantart.com
DeviantArt is one of, if not the largest online art communities online today. Emphasis of this site is weighted heavily on the art side but does provide a great source of daily inspiration. Direct portfolio link provided to newly instated Portfolio feature.
Signup is free w/ option to upgrade.
FigDig
Website: http://www.figdig.com
Simple free online portfolio site.
Signup is free.
Krop
Website: http://www.krop.com
Touted as a ‘professionals website’ Krop provides a more mature commercially targeted Portfolio and resume building website. The site is focused solely around the job search directory.
Signup is free w/ option to upgrade.
Shown’D
Website: http://shownd.com
Another great online portfolio site that is clean and easy to navigate. Your work can be found by Skill or Specialty or by category (Images, Video, Audio). Shown’D also provides a direct link to your portfolio. Personal direct portfolio link provided.
Signup is free w/ option to upgrade.
Written by: Justin Tiemann