i got both my game jobs from a recommendation from a friend, a website link and resume sent via email. in my interview i brought a porfolio book and a folder filled with images on a laptop. Cory Robinson Game Artist it may not be the case, but they are your teachers and they give the grade.
a site and a resume is whats pretty much required to have to get a job, usually a site with a portfolio is all it really takes, resume is kinda secondary, they'll look at it if your work is good. now its not a complete necessity but all the other junk WILL get you noticed easier etc, having something physical laying around…