Hands-on exercise · EX 3.3 · Module 3
Build your digital portfolio
You have found a job advert that matches your interests. You will make your CV ATS-friendly, describe a project with What, How and Result, and build a simple portfolio page or LinkedIn profile.
Time1.5 hours
ToolsChatGPT or Claude, Notion.so or Carrd.co, LinkedIn (optional)
Pass mark3 of 4 criteria
You hand inYour final ATS-friendly CV, the original AI prompt you used, your revised portfolio description, and a link, screenshot or PDF of your portfolio page or LinkedIn profile.
↓ Files for this exercise
Download these first. Fill them in on your computer or print them.
- DOCXATS-friendly CV templateA one-column CV layout that hiring software (ATS) and people can read easily.Download 119 KB
- DOCXPortfolio project description (What / How / Result)Describe a project for your portfolio with What, How and Result, in your own words.Download 118 KB
- DOCXLinkedIn profile checklistMake your LinkedIn profile clear, professional and easy for recruiters to find.Download 118 KB
- XLSXJob application trackerTrack every job you apply for, the documents you sent and your next step.Download 55 KB
- DOCXModule 3 exercise workbookPrintable worksheets for every exercise in this module.Download 122 KB
Step by step
You will practise: tailor a CV to a real job advert and optimise it for ATS; use AI to improve achievement statements without inventing anything; write a portfolio project description using What, How and Result; create a simple digital portfolio or improve your LinkedIn profile.
1Choose a job advert10 min
2Optimise your CV30 min
3Write a portfolio description20 min
4Build your online presence30 min
!Tips and safety
- Do not publish private information such as your home address or date of birth.
- A free ATS checker can show you how software reads your CV before you apply.
?Reflection questions (answer them when you submit)
- Which ATS keywords did you add, and which AI suggestions did you keep or reject?
- How did AI improve your application?
- How did your own judgement improve the final result?
- What part of your professional profile still needs work?
✓How your work is assessed
- The CV is one-column, uses standard headings and includes relevant keywords naturally
- No invented experience: AI suggestions were reviewed and corrected
- The portfolio description clearly answers What, How and Result
- The portfolio page or LinkedIn profile is clear, professional and in the learner's own voice
You pass with at least 3 of the 4 criteria met (60%). You can improve and resubmit at any time.
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