On the hunt for a UX writer job? Stand out from the crowd with a UX writing portfolio

How to gain a clear advantage in the first step of candidate selection

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Since you have read the title and the intro you already might have more than a hunch where this is going. The inspiration for this article existed as a mere spark during my own job search. It surely was growing while so many people were reaching out to me for guidance, asking questions like:

• “How do I make it in the UX writing field after being already successful before, but in another discipline?”
• “Where can I get certified as a UX writer to show my expertise?”
• “How can I show that I am suited for the job I am applying for?”

Then I saw a LinkedIn post by the UX Writers Collective last week and decided to write this mini-series about how to set up a portfolio online. But before I get into more detail about that, let me quickly elaborate on this post I mentioned:

Replying to this, amongst other aspects, I wrote:

"Look for mentors that lift you up, communities that…