Overview

Many juniors believe that they can only publish client work to their portfolio. But actually Fake case studies are a great way to show your skills, experiment with new medium and fill up your portfolio.

Use fake case studies as a chance to target your potential client or a niche you want to work with. Think about your target client and tailor your portfolio to the work they want to see.

<aside> <img src="/icons/exclamation-mark_gray.svg" alt="/icons/exclamation-mark_gray.svg" width="40px" /> How to do fake case studies:

• Have an industry and target client in mind
• Set a Time Limit
• Practice new skills
• Don’t limit yourself to the existing websites in the niche
• Participate in online challenges (there are tons of them on instagram). It is a great way to connect with fellow creatives and practice your skills </aside>

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