Swell.work

Proof of Achievement, Simplified

Swell.work is a simple way to collect press, awards and other notable achievements to build a portfolio of reputation. It's the ideal solution for individuals seeking to showcase their extraordinary abilities, particularly for US Visa applications.

With a focus on simplicity and functionality, our site allows you to easily collect and archive media coverage, transforming them into a cohesive, printable portfolio.

Whether it's for government submissions or institutional reviews, Swell.work offers customizable privacy settings, user-friendly design, and optimal print options.

The Building Blocks

Portfolios, References, Lists, Projects, and Outlets — the core elements that shape how your achievements are organized.

Portfolios

A Portfolio is a collection of a person's or company's media coverage and projects. It's the central feature of the website, showcasing the individual's or entity's professional achievements.

Ownership and Access Control: Users can create their own portfolios or be invited to manage one with varying roles (owner, admin, editor, viewer).

Each portfolio can be set as public or private. Public portfolios are accessible on the web, while private ones are visible only to authorized users.

A portfolio consists of the following components:

  1. Media References

    Media References are individual pieces of media coverage.

    When a URL is provided, the system automatically extracts key information and generates a screenshot, streamlining the process of adding new coverage.

    References can be organized within portfolios and categorized for easy navigation.

  2. Publishers / Media Outlets

    Publishers are the sources of media coverage, like newspapers, online platforms, etc.

    The site maintains a comprehensive database of Publishers / Media Outlets, each with a brief description and links to their main page.

    Users can add new Publishers / Media Outlets or modify existing ones to better align with their portfolio's focus.

  3. Lists

    Lists allow users to organize References in a structured manner.

    Custom Organization: Users can create Lists to categorize and sort References, aiding in better portfolio management and presentation.

  4. Projects

    Projects provide a framework for presenting a set of References related to a specific initiative or work.

    Printable Templates: Each project is designed to be printable on a single page, addressing the issue of print-unfriendly layouts common in other portfolio sites.

  1. Extra Capabilities

    All components (References, Lists, Projects, Outlets) have public or private statuses, impacting their visibility based on the portfolio's privacy settings.

    References, Lists, and Projects can be duplicated across portfolios, allowing for easy sharing and repurposing of content.