Spec/fake work presentation
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I agree that it's ok to do, but if online, you should make sure to put some kind of notation stating that the work is self-initiated or conceptual, and be sure to mention this during any interview. Don't try to pass it off as if you were hired to do the work for the company.
Anyhow, I am in the same position, adding a few of these kind of pieces pieces to my portfolio. I've freelanced for a year or so after being at one big company and one smaller one, and ended up with some money-making, but not portfolio worthy projects. I'm looking for work again now and decided to fill some gaps with some conceptual-projects for a couple local companies and foundations (they currently cannot afford a redesign).
Anyhow, I think the work turned out great but the reason I created these is to show what skills I have, as I don't feel that the projects in my portfolio are representing that. We'll see what kind of response comes back...
Good luck to you.