[header] How to make an advertising portfolio [title] Consider your resources. [step] If you are an advertising student, there are probably people at your school whose job it is to advise your portfolio. Talk to your adviser about designing your portfolio, or bring your questions to the career counselor at your school. 
If you didn't go to school for advertising, but you want to become an art director, copywriter or creative director, then you should consider attending advertising classes. [substeps] If you are currently getting a four-year degree in advertising, there are probably classes specifically geared toward portfolio design.