Instant Web Site: How to Build a Great Portfolio Site in a Day
STC-Montreal Event | Posted April 26th, 2010
The web has transformed every freelance writer into a self-marketer. We all feel pressured to promote our own work, but often we think we don’t have the technical or artistic skills to make a web site that can wow a prospective employer. Many of us hang back, afraid to try. And we miss opportunities.
Join our presenter Jim Royal on May 5, 2010 and learn how to take advantage of exciting web technologies that you can use to build a clean, professional portfolio website in a matter of hours.
This presentation is especially for freelance writers, or for anyone who wants create their own professional-looking web presence.
What Will I Learn?
- How to choose web hosting
- How to install and set up WordPress
- How to select a WordPress theme that works for your portfolio and personal style
- How to create pages, and provide site navigation
- How to do basic customization of a WordPress theme
Included with the presentation is access to a live WordPress sample site that you can log in to after the event and examine for yourself.
When and Where
When: Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 / 7:00–9:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm for schmoozing)
Where: Le Nouvel Hotel, 1740 René-Lévesque West, Montreal (Metro Guy) (Google Maps)
Cost: Free for members of STC-Montreal. $5 for other STC members. $10 for non-members.
About Jim Royal
Jim Royal is a communications expert. A technical writer, photographer, information designer, and web designer, Jim has 17 years of experience in technical communication. He has a long-term relationship with STC-Montreal; he is a past president and currently the chapter’s webmaster. His personal website is jimroyal.com.
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April 26th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
Posted by Andy.
I could have used this a month or two ago but will definitely attend!
April 26th, 2010 at 6:53 pm
Posted by Paul.
Don’t see a link to RSVP, but I will definitely be attending.
April 27th, 2010 at 6:59 pm
Posted by Jim Royal.
No need to RSVP — just come to the door. See you then!
April 29th, 2010 at 7:42 am
Posted by Lynne Wright.
Well, what a coincidence… I was just thinking YESTERDAY that I should really learn how to develop a website… so this will help me get started. See you next week!