Building a Standout Web3 Portfolio – How to Showcase Your Skills and Land More Opportunities
Create a portfolio that highlights your expertise and sets you apart in the decentralized web3 space.
Welcome back to Onboarding3! Today, we’re focusing on one of the most essential tools for web3 professionals: your portfolio. Whether you’re freelancing across multiple DAOs, working on web3 projects, or just getting started, a strong portfolio is your ticket to landing more opportunities and showcasing your skills to the world.
In web3, your portfolio doesn’t just show what you’ve done—it reflects your ability to navigate this decentralized world, contribute to the ecosystem, and adapt to a rapidly changing industry. In this post, we’ll guide you through building a portfolio that stands out and helps you make a mark.
1. Why You Need a Portfolio in Web3
A portfolio in web3 isn’t just a traditional resume—it’s a dynamic, living document that shows how you’ve contributed to projects, DAOs, and decentralized applications. Here’s why a portfolio is crucial:
Showcasing Your Expertise: Whether it’s content creation, community management, marketing, or product development, your portfolio proves your skills.
Highlighting Web3 Experience: Traditional job platforms don’t capture the unique experiences of working in DAOs or contributing to open-source projects. Your portfolio is where you show that you “get” web3.
Attracting New Opportunities: When potential clients, DAOs, or projects are looking for contributors, a well-built portfolio will set you apart and lead to more job offers or freelance gigs.
Real Example: In web3, many professionals use platforms like Mirror.xyz to create blog posts or showcase project contributions, effectively turning their personal journey into a part of their portfolio.
2. What to Include in Your Web3 Portfolio
A strong web3 portfolio is more than just a list of past jobs or projects. It’s a showcase of your journey, contributions, and impact. Here’s what you should include:
1. Key Projects and Contributions
Highlight your work with DAOs, decentralized apps, blockchain startups, or any other web3 initiatives. Be specific about your role, the problem you helped solve, and the impact of your work.
What to Include:
Project names and brief descriptions
Your specific contributions (e.g., marketing campaigns, product management, writing technical documentation)
Outcomes or results (e.g., growth in community size, token launch success, improved user experience)
Pro Tip: Focus on impact—how did your work help the project or DAO succeed? Quantify results if possible, such as “increased Discord community engagement by 30%” or “helped launch a successful NFT drop that generated $100k in sales.”
2. Open-Source or Community Contributions
If you’ve contributed to open-source projects or DAOs, make sure to highlight those experiences. Working in the open demonstrates your transparency and willingness to collaborate.
How to Showcase:
Link to your GitHub or any open-source repositories where you’ve contributed code, technical writing, or content.
Highlight your involvement in DAO governance or community discussions. For example, if you’ve proposed or voted on initiatives, mention your participation and contributions.
Share your work on Snapshot, where on-chain governance votes are recorded.
Pro Tip: Even small contributions matter in web3. Whether you’re moderating a community, contributing to a proposal, or helping with onboarding, document it!
3. Web3 Content or Thought Leadership
If you’ve written articles, blog posts, or tutorials about web3 topics (like DeFi, DAOs, NFTs, or blockchain tech), include them in your portfolio. Demonstrating your knowledge through content creation boosts your credibility and helps you stand out as a thought leader.
What to Include:
Blog posts on platforms like Mirror.xyz, Substack, or Medium
Twitter threads or discussions on web3 trends or projects
Educational content, such as tutorials or explainer articles
Pro Tip: If you haven’t started creating web3 content yet, now is the perfect time! Even sharing your personal journey or learnings about web3 can be a powerful addition to your portfolio.
4. Tokenized Achievements or NFTs
If you’ve earned on-chain credentials, such as NFTs, POAPs (Proof of Attendance Protocols), or tokens for completing work or attending events, these can serve as verifiable proof of your experience and engagement in web3.
How to Include:
Link to your Ethereum address or wallet where these tokens are stored (for transparency, consider using Etherscan).
Include a section showcasing badges or NFTs that reflect your contributions or achievements.
Pro Tip: More DAOs are starting to issue reputation-based tokens that reflect your contributions. If you’ve received these, make sure they’re featured prominently!
3. Platforms for Showcasing Your Web3 Portfolio
Unlike traditional resumes or LinkedIn profiles, web3 portfolios are often hosted on decentralized platforms. Here are some of the best platforms for showcasing your work:
1. Mirror.xyz
A decentralized content platform perfect for publishing blog posts, tutorials, and case studies. You can use Mirror to highlight key projects, contributions, and your insights into the web3 space.
2. GitHub
If you’re contributing to open-source projects or DAOs, GitHub is the go-to platform for showcasing your coding, documentation, or technical contributions.
3. Notion
Notion is a great tool for creating a centralized, well-organized portfolio that includes all your web3 contributions, project summaries, and links to your work.
4. Your Personal Website
Many web3 professionals create their own websites to showcase portfolios, link to DAOs, and share their journey. You can also integrate on-chain credentials, NFTs, and your social tokens into your personal site.
Pro Tip: Make your portfolio easily shareable. Potential clients and DAOs should be able to quickly access your portfolio through a simple link—whether it’s hosted on Mirror, Notion, or your own site.
4. Keeping Your Portfolio Updated
Web3 moves fast, and so should your portfolio. As you contribute to new projects, participate in DAOs, or write thought pieces, make sure to keep your portfolio updated.
Add New Projects: Whenever you complete a major project or contribute to a DAO, document it immediately in your portfolio.
Show Recent Engagement: Include your latest DAO proposals, governance participation, or work within the community.
Highlight Ongoing Learning: If you’ve completed any web3 courses or certifications, such as learning about DeFi or smart contract development, add those to your portfolio.
Pro Tip: Set a monthly reminder to update your portfolio, so it stays fresh and reflects your most recent work.
5. How to Use Your Portfolio to Land More Opportunities
Once your portfolio is polished and up-to-date, it’s time to start using it to attract new opportunities:
Pitch to DAOs and Projects: If you’re looking to work with new DAOs or web3 projects, include a link to your portfolio in your initial outreach. Show them how your skills and experience align with their needs.
Showcase on Social Media: Share your portfolio on Twitter or LinkedIn to attract potential collaborators, clients, and DAOs. Engage with the community by linking back to your work when relevant topics arise.
Highlight for Grants or Bounties: If you’re applying for web3 grants or bounties, your portfolio can serve as proof of your ability to deliver. Many projects will look at past work to decide whether to award you a grant or bounty.
Final Thoughts: Your Portfolio as Your Web3 Identity
In the world of web3, your portfolio is much more than a resume—it’s your digital identity. It shows your contributions, projects, thought leadership, and community involvement. As web3 continues to grow, your portfolio will become a powerful tool for opening new doors, whether you’re looking for a DAO to join, seeking freelance opportunities, or establishing yourself as a leader in the space.
In our next post, we’ll dive into how to build your web3 personal brand—covering the strategies you need to build trust, grow your audience, and create a strong presence in the web3 community.
Stay tuned!