A portfolio is not just a supporting document. It is often the evidence that decides whether an architecture application feels credible.

Stephen Drew and Will Ridgway discuss how to make an architecture portfolio more impactful, including online presentation, portfolio templates, interview use, punchy evidence, common mistakes and how to support a strong CV.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czT-ezvLudM

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/how-do-you-make-an-impact-with-your-architecture-portfolio/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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This archive Architecture Social Show episode captures the early live format: architecture news, project reactions, community updates and informal industry conversation.

Stephen Drew and Richie host an archive Architecture Social Show episode covering CV review updates, Tetris Hall, tiny houses, Future Cities, healthcare design, Red Sea Airport, Architecture Social updates and live community discussion.

The conversation covers:

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📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/architecture-social-show-march-highlights/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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A strong architecture CV has to do a practical job quickly: show who you are, what you have done and why the practice should keep reading.

Stephen Drew and Will Ridgway review architecture CVs live, covering layout, work experience, software skills, contact details, space, references, portfolio links, common CV mistakes and practical ways to make a CV clearer.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGsTbCJPuzk

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/architecture-cv-review-examples/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Architecture careers are not one clean route. They are shaped by education, confidence, personal circumstances, opportunity, support and the willingness to keep adjusting.

Stephen Drew joins Amanda, Naomi Bethany, Adonai Ray and Cindy Besmar on the 1 to 100 Podcast to discuss architecture careers, personal journeys, COVID-19, education, Architecture Social, alternative routes, confidence and support systems.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoRdEx8--ds

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/season-2-episode-1-understanding-architecture-with-stephen-drew-architecture-social/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Alternative careers in architecture are not failed architecture careers. They can be deliberate ways of using design training, communication and curiosity in a different setting.

Stephen Drew and Karina Armanda discuss alternative careers in architecture, including recruitment, illustration, freelancing, side projects, specialisms, social media, community, academic setbacks and experimenting with different routes.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z53iSW9P4FM

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/alternative-careers-in-architecture/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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This Discussed It conversation is useful because it shows Architecture Social as both a career platform and a personal project built during an uncertain moment.

Stephen Drew joins Herbie Hudson and Hayden Day on Discussed It to talk about his route through architecture, recruitment, creating Architecture Social, community, digital platforms, career confidence and support in the architecture industry.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CE7j5unbxfQ

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/architecture-social-community-stephen-drew/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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This archive Architecture Social Show episode captures the early weekly format: architecture news, events, projects, jobs and community updates in one informal live conversation.

Stephen Drew and Will Ridgway host an archive Architecture Social Show episode with architecture news, community updates, MADCon launch events, Red Sea Coral Bloom, Bartlett's digital exhibition, Zaha Hadid's smart city project and job opportunities.

The conversation covers:

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📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/architecture-social-show-february-wrap-up/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Finding a first architecture job can feel vague until someone explains what actually happens in applications, interviews and early-career hiring.

Stephen Drew joins Thomas Rowntree to discuss finding architecture jobs, COVID-19 applications, CVs, portfolios, interviews, work experience, salary expectations, choosing the right practice and moving from university into industry.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgtJ3W-_Pow

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/the-student-podcast-by-thomas-rowntree-episode-16-how-to-get-an-architecture-job-in-2020/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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This archive Architecture Social Show episode captures the looser live-show format: project references, community updates, career resources and wider architecture chat in one lunchtime session.

Stephen Drew and Will Ridgway discuss Everton's new stadium, home renovation updates, Aussie BIM Guru, small-scale apartments, cabins, community artwork, salary guides, architecture projects and Hyperloop.

The conversation covers:

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📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/podcast/the-architecture-social-show-now-with-a-countdown/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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Architecture career paths rarely move in a straight line, especially when the market changes quickly and people need a clearer view of their next option.

Lisa Raynes and Stephen Drew discuss architecture career paths during the pandemic, market shifts, Architecture Social, job search strategy, franchising, networking, Clubhouse, upskilling and practical ways to keep moving.

The conversation covers:

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▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqHlt8gsTak

📝 Read the full write-up, with the key takeaways:
https://architecturesocial.com/video/architecture-social-on-lisa-raynes-architecture-in-the-den-podcast/

Architecture Social is where architects and designers find honest career advice, insight from practice, and live roles worth applying for:
https://architecturesocial.com/

The fastest way to get hired is to be better at the things practices actually ask for. Revit, Rhino, rendering, BIM, portfolio work. Our learning partner ArchAdemia is built by architects, for architects:
https://archademia.com/architecture-social/

Use code ARCHSOCIAL10 for a discount on monthly or annual membership.

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• (00:00) - Introduction to Architecture in the Den