1. Animators often will have a portfolio of their work. What other professions might find it useful to have a portfolio of work as well? How might these differ from an animation portfolio?

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1. What other professions might find it useful to have a portfolio of work as well?

A writer will find a portfolio of work useful.

2. How might these differ from an animation portfolio?

An animator's portfolio showcases a person's drawing and sketching skills while a writer's portfolio shows a person's writing skill.

Explanation:

1. A work/professional portfolio is a collection of a person's work over time. It shows how a person's skill has developed or has been enhanced in a span of time. This is a very useful tool when you're building your career. Other than an animator, a writer will find this portfolio useful because he/she can show his abilities (through his writings) to an employer. This will show the employers what he/she has written over time.

2. An animator's portfolio showcases a person's drawing and sketching skills while a writer's portfolio shows a person's writing skill. Animator's portfolio is a collection of character designs, 3D art skills, etc. It focuses on design and composition. Writer's portfolio is a collection of a writer's compositions. It is all about displaying good skill in bringing about a coherent and concise writing.