Some professions are best shown, not described. If you design, illustrate, write or advise, the fastest way to win a client is to let them see your work. These three cards open the place where your work already lives.
Behance NFC card
Behance is a portfolio platform used by designers, illustrators, photographers, animators and creative agencies.
Best for:
- graphic and UI designers at client meetings,
- photographers and videographers,
- creative agencies at pitches,
- students at job fairs.
Link options: your full profile, or a single project you want to lead with. If you are pitching for a branding job, link your best branding project.
Tumblr NFC card
Tumblr is a blogging platform popular with artists, writers, poets and fan communities.
Best for:
- artists and illustrators at fairs and conventions,
- writers and poets sharing their blog,
- fan communities and zine makers.
Link format: yourname.tumblr.com, or a link to a specific post.
Quora NFC card
Quora is a question-and-answer site. A strong Quora profile shows your expertise through your answers.
Best for:
- consultants and advisers,
- teachers and tutors,
- authors and subject-matter experts,
- professionals such as lawyers, doctors and accountants who want to show knowledge.
Link options: your profile, or a Quora Space you run.
Which should you choose?
- Show visual work? Choose Behance.
- Publish writing, art or fan content? Choose Tumblr.
- Sell advice and knowledge? Choose Quora.
- Have all three? Use the all-in-one card with a link page. Read Linktree and all-in-one cards.
Make your profile ready
Before you give cards out, check your profile:
- a clear photo and name,
- a short line about what you do,
- three to six of your best pieces of work at the top,
- contact details or a way to hire you.
Where to use them
- Client meetings and pitches.
- Job fairs and portfolio reviews.
- Art shows and conventions.
- Conferences and workshops.
Add LinkedIn for hiring
Recruiters usually check LinkedIn as well. A LinkedIn card covers that: see our LinkedIn card guide.
Common questions
Can I use one card for two platforms?
A card holds one link. For several platforms, use the all-in-one card with a link page.
Should I link a project or my whole profile on Behance?
For a specific pitch, link the most relevant project. For general networking, link your profile.
Are these cards useful for job hunting?
Yes. Handing a Behance or Quora link at an interview or job fair lets employers see real work.