Build a portfolio that gets interviews.
Design a career that moves you forward.
I’ve helped 500+ designers improve their portfolios, communicate their thinking, and land better roles. Now it’s your turn.
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Designers I’ve worked with have landed roles at:
Not sure where to begin?
Need specific feedback on your portfolio? → Portfolio Review
Need strategic clarity on your next career move? → Strategy Session
Choose your next step.
1.
Start Free - Designer’s Roadmap
A weekly 4-minute email on portfolios, job search strategy, and career clarity from a designer with 25+ years of hiring and mentoring experience.
2.
Mid-Level Case Study Playbook
Fix the five portfolio mistakes that cost designers interviews. Five chapter PDF guide and Notion workspace included. Instant download — $39
3.
Portfolio Review
If your portfolio isn’t getting interviews, nothing else matters. I’ll record a focused 20-minute video review showing what’s unclear, what’s weakening your positioning, and what to fix immediately — $95
4.
1:1 Strategy Session
Ready to stop guessing? In this 50-minute session, we clarify: your positioning, your next career move, salary and growth strategy, a concrete action plan. For designers who want momentum — $175
Why work with me?
I’ve spent 25+ years designing, leading teams, hiring talent, and launching products.I’ve reviewed hundreds of portfolios and helped 500+ designers navigate interviews, promotions, and career pivots.I know what gets interviews.
I know what stalls careers.Now I help designers build clarity, confidence, and momentum.
Designers who took action saw results.
“Thank you again for all of your design help Anthony! It really made me feel more confident in the whole search and interview process and ultimately helped me land a full-time position that I feel lucky to have.”
Alice M. / UI Designer, New York
"I just wanted to thank you for your help and let you know that I got a design job! I journeyed into UX design to try to upscale my ability to make an impact! Thank you, Anthony for helping build up my confidence and for starting my journey on the right foot!“
Jason M. / UX Designer, New York
"I just accepted the offer and I'm extremely excited to start my design job soon. Thank you SO much for all your help and support throughout this process. I don't think I would've been able to feel half as prepared without your help. Thank you Anthony!!” 😊
Julissa Z. / UI Designer, New York
"I GOT THE JOB!!!!! 🙌
AHHHHHHH! I’m over the moon!!! Thank you so much for your help!! I couldn’t have done it without your guidance, Anthony."
Emily K. / UX Designer, New York
Still figuring it out?
Join Designer’s Roadmap.
A free weekly email that helps you:
• Strengthen your portfolio
• Navigate interviews
• Grow your design career intentionallyEvery Tuesday.
Get Clear. Get Confident. Move Forward.
I work 1:1 with designers who are ready to stop guessing and start making strategic career moves; interviews, promotions, leadership transitions.
This Is For You If:
You’re getting interviews but not offers
You want to move into Senior or Lead roles
You’re underpaid and don’t know how to negotiate
You’re stuck between roles and unsure of positioning
You want experienced, direct feedback, not hype
Choose your level of support.
1:1 Career Strategy Session
— $175
Best for: Immediate clarityBring one real problem:
• An interview you’re preparing for
• A promotion you want
• A salary negotiation
• A positioning issueYou’ll leave with:
• Clear direction
• Specific next steps
• A follow-up recap email
Career Accelerator (3 Sessions)
— $475
Best for:
Designers serious about leveling upOver three sessions we:
• Refine your portfolio positioning
• Sharpen your interview strategy
• Map your next promotion step-by-step
• Build a tangible action planIncludes recap emails + progress tracking.
Hi, I'm Anthony.
I’ve spent 25+ years designing, hiring, and building teams. I’ve reviewed hundreds of portfolios and coached over 1,000 designers. I currently teach at Pratt Institute.Now I help designers build clarity, confidence, and momentum.
25+
Years in Design
500+
Designers Coached
1800+
Coaching Sessions
Pratt Institute
Digital Design Instructor
“I negotiated myself into a slightly higher base salary and accepted the design position! This wouldn't have been possible without your thoughtful guidance. Thank you Anthony :)”
Natasha K. / Product Designer, D.C.
“Anthony helped me make the transition from graphic designer to UX designer so much easier than I thought.”
Gemma B. / UI Designer, Toronto
“Thank you Anthony, you are such a brilliant career coach. The preparation before my final design interview was extremely helpful! I can’t thank you enough for cheering me up during my hardest times. 🙂”
Aruora S. / Product Designer, NY
FAQ's
Is coaching worth it?
If your career matters, investing in clarity and strategy accelerates everything. Most designers spend years guessing. Coaching compresses that timeline.
How do you coach?
Direct, honest, and practical. I dive deep into your specific experience to identify your strengths and your blind spots—no sugar-coating or "yes-man" feedback. Whether we’re refining your portfolio or mapping out your career, you get my undivided support and a clear, actionable plan.
Why are you a career coach?
I love the craft of design, but I’ve always found teaching and mentorship just as rewarding. By coaching independently, I can skip the corporate fluff and build real, lasting connections with designers who want to push their work to the next level.
Will you guarantee me a job?
Of course, no one can guarantee you a job other than the person hiring you. However, I can ensure you’re the strongest candidate in the room. We’ll set clear goals and do the hard work upfront so that when the right opportunity arrives, you’re ready to land it.
How is this different from the Mid-Level Case Study Playbook?
The playbook is a self-directed PDF guide and Notion workspace for fixing your portfolio on your own terms. Coaching is for designers who want direct personalized guidance on their specific situation, a real conversation about your actual career, not a framework.
Not sure? Email me: [email protected]
Tried and true results
"I got the job! Thank you so much for your help!! I couldn’t have done it without your guidance, Anthony."
Emily K. / UX Designer, New York
What we typically work on.
• Portfolio positioning
• Interview preparation
• Transitioning into Senior / Lead roles
• Salary negotiation
• Promotion strategy
• Leadership communication
If your portfolio isn’t getting interviews, this will show you why.
I’ll record a focused 20-minute video audit of your case studies so you know exactly what to fix, what to remove, and how to strengthen your positioning.
Portfolio Review — $95
“Anthony helped me make the transition from graphic designer to UX designer so much easier than I thought.”
Gemma B. / UI Designer, Toronto
If your portfolio isn’t getting interviews, this will show you why.
I’ll record a focused 20-minute video audit of your case studies so you know exactly what to fix, what to remove, and how to strengthen your positioning.
Portfolio Review — $95
“Anthony helped me make the transition from graphic designer to UX designer so much easier than I thought.”
Gemma B. / UI Designer, Toronto
What this review is designed to catch.
Most designers can’t see their own blind spots.
In this audit, I typically identify:
• Unclear problem framing
• Weak explanation of your role
• Missing measurable outcomes
• Work that should be removed
• Case studies that are visually strong but strategically vague
You’ll walk away knowing exactly where your portfolio is helping you and where it’s holding you back.
How it works.
1. Book Your Review
Schedule your session. After booking, you’ll send your portfolio link and any specific questions.
2. I Review & Record
I’ll send you a private 20-minute video walkthrough with direct, actionable feedback.
That’s it. No calls. No upsells. Just clarity.
Why I’m qualified to review your work.
I’ve spent 25+ years designing, hiring, and building teams.I’ve reviewed hundreds of portfolios and coached over 1,000 designers.
I currently teach a UX Portfolio class at Pratt Institute.I know what hiring managers look for, and what makes them move on.
25+
Years in Design
1000+
Designers Coached
1800+
Coaching Sessions
Pratt Institute
UX Portfolio Instructor
Frequently asked.
Is this live or recorded?
Recorded. You can rewatch anytime.
Will you redesign my portfolio?
No - I’ll show you exactly what to improve so you can strengthen it yourself.
Is this for junior or senior designers?
Both. The focus is clarity and positioning.
What do I need to prepare before the review?
Just send your portfolio link after booking. I'll take care of the rest.
If you’ve been second-guessing your portfolio, stop guessing.
For $95, you’ll know exactly where you stand and what to fix next.
No fluff. No generic advice.
Just clear, experienced feedback.
Anthony Faria
I help designers build careers with clarity and momentum.
About Anthony
I’ve spent 25+ years designing, leading teams, hiring talent, and building products. I’ve reviewed hundreds of portfolios, coached over 1,000 designers, and led creative teams at agencies, corporations, and startups.I know what gets interviews. I know what earns promotions. And I know what quietly stalls careers.
Designers I've helped have landed here:
My career, in context
I started as a junior designer at a high-pressure NYC agency, unsure if I was good enough.Later, at AOL, I found my footing. I grew into Design Lead and then Creative Director, eventually leading a large multidisciplinary team.From there, I spent seven years leading product teams at tech startups, hiring, mentoring, promoting, and shaping careers along the way.I’ve been on both sides of the table:
• The designer trying to grow
• The leader evaluating talentThat perspective changes how I coach.
Why I coach designers
Because talent isn’t the problem.Clarity is.Most designers don’t need more inspiration.
They need positioning. Strategy. Honest feedback.I coach directly and constructively, there is no hype, no sugar-coating so you leave knowing exactly what to improve and what to pursue next.
What makes my approach different
• Real hiring and leadership experience
• Practical, actionable feedback
• Direct communication
• Clear next steps. Not theoryI’m not here to motivate you.I’m here to help you grow.
If You’re Ready
If you need tactical portfolio clarity → Start with a Portfolio Review
If you need strategic career direction → Book a Strategy Session
If you want a self-directed way to fix your portfolio first → Get the Mid-Level Case Study Playbook
Your Mid-Level Designer Portfolio Checklist is waiting for you!
Take your time with it. Don’t rush.
This isn’t about perfection, it’s about clearer signals.You’re also now subscribed to Designer’s Roadmap, my weekly email for designers navigating career growth and job transitions. I’ll send practical insights and tools to help you move forward with confidence.Glad you’re here.- Anthony
Bookmark this page or check your email, I sent you the link there as well.
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What designers are saying about working with Anthony.
“Thank you again for all of your design help Anthony! It really made me feel more confident in the whole search and interview process and ultimately helped me land a full-time position that I feel lucky to have.”
Alice M. / UI Designer, New York
"I just wanted to thank you for your help and let you know that I got a design job! I journeyed into UX design to try to upscale my ability to make an impact! Thank you, Anthony for helping build up my confidence and for starting my journey on the right foot!“
Jason M. / UX Designer, New York
"I just accepted the offer and I'm extremely excited to start my design job soon. Thank you SO much for all your help and support throughout this process. I don't think I would've been able to feel half as prepared without your help. Thank you Anthony!!” 😊
Julissa Z. / UI Designer, New York
You are the best mentor I've ever met! You conducted a great mock interview with me, which helped me succeed in the real interviews. You also offered advice on how to prepare, what to talk about, how to behave – that was beyond my expectation and super helpful. Hope I can schedule more sessions with you.
Yunjie / Product Designer, San Francisco
“Anthony is the Bob Ross of UX/UI. Super chill, gives good feedback and is very helpful!”
Morgan / Product Designer, Ohio
“I'm very grateful for all the knowledge, coaching and support Anthony gave me. He made the transition from graphic designer to UX designer so much easier than I thought.”
Gemma / Product Designer, Toronto
"I GOT THE JOB!!!!! 🙌
AHH! I’m over the moon!!! Thank you so much for your help!! I couldn’t have done it without your guidance, Anthony."
Emily K. / UX Designer, New York
“I feel very lucky to have had you as my career coach. Your useful and excellent advice will always remain with me. Thank you for being so positive every time I wound up getting discouraged and for believing in me more than I did myself. It was a pleasure working with you. Thanks again for your constant support and patience.”
Divya / UI Designer, Illinois
“I negotiated myself into a slightly higher base salary and accepted the position! This wouldn't have been possible without your thoughtful guidance. Thank you, Anthony :)"
Natasha / Product Designer, Washington, D.C.