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UX portfolio example

A practical, recruiter-friendly UX case study structure you can reuse for every project.

The 6-part UX case study

  1. Summary: problem, users, your role, outcome (3–5 lines).
  2. Research: what you learned (quotes, patterns, data).
  3. Definition: JTBD, user needs, success metrics.
  4. Ideation & IA: flows, sitemap, wireframes.
  5. UI iterations: key screens + rationale.
  6. Results: what changed (conversion, time-to-task, CSAT).

What to show (and what to avoid)

Show

  • Decision making and trade-offs
  • Before/after screenshots
  • Constraints (time, tech, stakeholders)
  • Impact (numbers or credible signals)

Avoid

  • Walls of text without a summary
  • Unexplained “pretty UI” shots
  • Generic process diagrams only
  • Too many projects without depth

FAQ

What should a UX case study include?

Problem, constraints, research insights, your process, design decisions, iterations, and measurable outcomes.

Do recruiters read long case studies?

They scan first. Lead with a short summary, then provide depth for those who want it.

Should I show failed iterations?

Yes, if you explain what you learned and how it improved the final solution.

Create your portfolio in 2 minutes.

Start from a template, then customize and publish.