Rise'N Shine
Rise'N Shine
Rise'N Shine
Overview
Overview
A multiplayer mobile game
A multiplayer mobile game
Role
Design Lead
Role
Design Lead
Role
Design Lead
Description
During the RISE 'N SHINE game development project, I collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design a multiplayer competitive mobile game centered around window-cleaning battles. My role involved creating engaging UI and art assets while conducting gameplay testing, surveys, and user interviews to refine and enhance the overall experience. This fast-paced, action-packed game challenges players to race up skyscrapers, skillfully outshine their rivals, and achieve victory through a blend of strategy and sabotage.
Description
During the RISE 'N SHINE game development project, I collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design a multiplayer competitive mobile game centered around window-cleaning battles. My role involved creating engaging UI and art assets while conducting gameplay testing, surveys, and user interviews to refine and enhance the overall experience. This fast-paced, action-packed game challenges players to race up skyscrapers, skillfully outshine their rivals, and achieve victory through a blend of strategy and sabotage.
Description
During the RISE 'N SHINE game development project, I collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to design a multiplayer competitive mobile game centered around window-cleaning battles. My role involved creating engaging UI and art assets while conducting gameplay testing, surveys, and user interviews to refine and enhance the overall experience. This fast-paced, action-packed game challenges players to race up skyscrapers, skillfully outshine their rivals, and achieve victory through a blend of strategy and sabotage.
Timeline
January 2024 - May 2024
Timeline
January 2024 - May 2024
Timeline
January 2024 - May 2024
Collaboration
4 Software Developers
4 Designers
1 Project Manager
Collaboration
4 Software Developers
4 Designers
1 Project Manager
Collaboration
4 Software Developers
4 Designers
1 Project Manager
Tools
Figma
Procreate
Adobe Photoshop
Tools
Figma
Procreate
Adobe Photoshop
Tools
Figma
Procreate
Adobe Photoshop
Next stop?
Next stop?
— Background
— Background
Dandilyonn SEEDs Program Overview
Dandilyonn SEEDs Program Overview
What is it
A three-month summer program empowering female college students to develop impactful projects and showcase their work in a culminating hack challenge.
What is it
A three-month summer program empowering female college students to develop impactful projects and showcase their work in a culminating hack challenge.
What is it
A three-month summer program empowering female college students to develop impactful projects and showcase their work in a culminating hack challenge.
Who are behind the program
Our judges and mentors are Designers and Engineers from Amazon and Adobe.
Who are behind the program
Our judges and mentors are Designers and Engineers from Amazon and Adobe.
Who are behind the program
Our judges and mentors are Designers and Engineers from Amazon and Adobe.
How many participants
40+ participants
10 teams
How many participants
40+ participants
10 teams
How many participants
40+ participants
10 teams
Tackling Transportation Gaps for College Students
Tackling Transportation Gaps for College Students
We received a very vague and general prompt:
For schools in smaller College towns, getting an Uber is not one click away but many social events, airport travel, shopping requires public or a way for private transportation. Can you imagine how to make either or both more accessible using an app?
We received a very vague and general prompt:
For schools in smaller College towns, getting an Uber is not one click away but many social events, airport travel, shopping requires public or a way for private transportation. Can you imagine how to make either or both more accessible using an app?
We received a very vague and general prompt:
For schools in smaller College towns, getting an Uber is not one click away but many social events, airport travel, shopping requires public or a way for private transportation. Can you imagine how to make either or both more accessible using an app?
— Initial Problems and Opportunity
— Initial Problems and Opportunity
Far From Home, Closer to Stress: Fragmented Travel Info Leaves International and Out-of-State Students Stranded
Far From Home, Closer to Stress: Fragmented Travel Info Leaves International and Out-of-State Students Stranded
Transportation access is a significant issue for college students, especially in smaller towns where ridesharing services are scarce.
Transportation access is a significant issue for college students, especially in smaller towns where ridesharing services are scarce.
College students, particularly those from international or out-of-state backgrounds, frequently face obstacles in navigating local transport options, organizing trips to airports, or finding transportation for social and academic events.
College students, particularly those from international or out-of-state backgrounds, frequently face obstacles in navigating local transport options, organizing trips to airports, or finding transportation for social and academic events.
Current solutions involve fragmented online groups and inconsistent information across social media, making it difficult for students to plan trips or connect with peers for ride-sharing.
Current solutions involve fragmented online groups and inconsistent information across social media, making it difficult for students to plan trips or connect with peers for ride-sharing.
opportunity
opportunity
How might we design a mobile app that fosters a strong travel community, helping college students confidently navigate transportation and find trustworthy, affordable ride-sharing options?
How might we design a mobile app that fosters a strong travel community, helping college students confidently navigate transportation and find trustworthy, affordable ride-sharing options?
— Research
— Research
research Reveals: International and Out-of-State Students Struggle with Disorientation and Lack of Centralized Travel Resources
research Reveals: International and Out-of-State Students Struggle with Disorientation and Lack of Centralized Travel Resources
8+ Interviews
8+ Interviews
8+ Interviews
20+ Surveys
20+ Surveys
20+ Surveys
Students express difficulty in finding centralized travel information, leading to anxiety and uncertainty
Students express difficulty in finding centralized travel information, leading to anxiety and uncertainty
International students and out-of-state students face disorientation in connecting with peers and find travel communities
International students and out-of-state students face disorientation in connecting with traveling communities
Market Research Uncovers Untapped Niche: A Ride-Sharing Community Exclusively for College Students
Market Research Uncovers Untapped Niche: A Ride-Sharing Community Exclusively for College Students
Niche Market
Niche Market
Niche Market
After conducting an extensive competitive analysis, it's clear that StuGo is entering a niche market with no direct competitors in the realm of building a ride-sharing community tailored for college students
After conducting an extensive competitive analysis, it's clear that StuGo is entering a niche market with no direct competitors in the realm of building a ride-sharing community tailored for college students
— The problems have now been reframed
— The problems have now been reframed
College students struggle with independent travel, especially international and out-of-state students, because of
College students struggle with independent travel, especially international and out-of-state students, because of
Lack of reliable, centralized and consistent information resources from peers
Lack of reliable, centralized and consistent information resources from peers
Lack of school and community support and connection
Lack of school and community support and connection
Unfamiliarity with local transportation networks and routes
Unfamiliarity with local transportation networks and routes
— Solutions Preview
— Solutions Preview
Tailored Solutions for Student Travel: Connecting and Empowering College travel Communities
Tailored Solutions for Student Travel: Connecting and Empowering College travel Communities
Ridesharing with easily accessible ride offers and request features, which provide centralized, affordable, and friendly traveling interactive experiences among students.
How might we centralize and simplify access to travel information for college students?
Students can also learn traveling tips and advice when they travel to different states and countries.
How might we centralize and simplify access to travel information for college students?
College students now can connect and share rides or information everywhere they go with each other in a close-knit student community.
How might we provide affordable and reliable transportation services tailored for college students?
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— Challenges
— Challenges
Overcoming Challenges: Balancing Ambitious Goals with Time Constraints
Overcoming Challenges: Balancing Ambitious Goals with Time Constraints
At first we expanded our customer target to 3 MAIN USER GROUPS!!!
After discussing the complexities of implementing the database system and workflows for our three main user groups—students, instructors, and parents—with my team of developers, I realized that the task is quite challenging given our time constraints.
At first we expanded our customer target to 3 MAIN USER GROUPS!!!
After discussing the complexities of implementing the database system and workflows for our three main user groups—students, instructors, and parents—with my team of developers, I realized that the task is quite challenging given our time constraints.
At first we expanded our customer target to 3 MAIN USER GROUPS!!!
After discussing the complexities of implementing the database system and workflows for our three main user groups—students, instructors, and parents—with my team of developers, I realized that the task is quite challenging given our time constraints.
— Ideation
— Ideation
Onboarding: Building Trust and a Verified Community to Ensure Safe, Seamless User Experiences
Onboarding: Building Trust and a Verified Community to Ensure Safe, Seamless User Experiences
Onboarding: Building Trust and a Verified Community to Ensure Safe, Seamless User Experiences
What information do we need to share with our users to help them understand the benefits of our app?
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
What information do we need from users to create a verified and trustworthy user community?
How might we provide affordable and reliable transportation services tailored for college students?
Initial Onboarding
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
13 Screens
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
72+ seconds to complete
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Users are frustrated
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Keep users engaged in a short and effective onboarding
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
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Final Onboarding
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
13 Screens
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
7 Screens
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
>72s
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
~25s
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Increase Users’ satisfaction up to 95%
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Community Page: Creating a Centralized Hub for College Students to Connect and Share Travel Experiences
Community Page: Creating a Centralized Hub for College Students to Connect and Share Travel Experiences
Clearly labeled and categorized groups
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Public and private groups serve different purposes and offer a variety of options for users
How might we centralize and simplify access to travel information for college students?
Students can discover compatible travel groups and connect with like-minded individuals.
How might we provide affordable and reliable transportation services tailored for college students?
I explored some interations for the Community Page
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Option 1
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Option 2
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Condensed Horizontal Layout: Enhancing Exploration but Straining User Navigation
Condensed Horizontal Layout: Enhancing Exploration but Straining User Navigation
Option 3
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Efficient Exploration Interface: Balancing Recommendations and User Groups
Efficient Exploration Interface: Balancing Recommendations and User Groups
Option 4
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Direct City Exploration: Broadening Search, but Navigational Challenges
Direct City Exploration: Broadening Search, but Navigational Challenges
I decided to go with Option 3:
It provides more space for Your group, allows users to see the full list by scrolling down without an extra click, which is simpler and more intuitive.
The recommended groups take less space but staying on top allows it to capture the users’ attention but not too overwhelming.
Vertical Layout Consistency: Improved Information Mapping but Navigation Challenges
Explore Page: Centralizing Affordable Ride-Sharing for Effortless Student Travel
Explore Page: Centralizing Affordable Ride-Sharing for Effortless Student Travel
By providing a centralized platform for ride offers and requests, StuGo eliminates the need for users to search across multiple platforms or rely on informal communication channels to find ride-sharing opportunities.
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
Integrating ride-sharing options directly into the Explore page promotes cost-effective transportation alternatives, aligning with students' value for affordability.
How might we provide affordable and reliable transportation services tailored for college students?
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Final Iterations
How might we build collaborative and informative traveling communities for college students?
— Current Outcomes
— Current Outcomes
High User Satisfaction and Recognition for Our Solution
High User Satisfaction and Recognition for Our Solution
95% Users happy with the feature of the app and would love to install it when it’s finished
95% Users happy with the feature of the app and would love to install it when it’s finished
90% international and out-of-state students agreed that using the app for their travel planning would effectively address their challenges
90% international and out-of-state students agreed that using the app for their travel planning would effectively address their challenges
Received the "Best Problem Solution" award during the Final Presentation, recognizing our innovative approach and effective solutions
Received the "Best Problem Solution" award during the Final Presentation, recognizing our innovative approach and effective solutions
— Reflection
— Reflection
Key Learnings and Growth
Key Learnings and Growth
Never be afraid to take the initiative
Never be afraid to take the initiative
Stepping into a group of strangers from various universities, I took the initiative to prepare a comprehensive Meeting Agenda, set up a working timeline, and establish collaborative tools like Figma, Notion, and Drive. This proactive approach fostered a comfortable, efficient environment where everyone felt encouraged to speak up and collaborate. By setting a tone of commitment, the team quickly developed camaraderie and enthusiasm, resulting in open discussions and a productive, harmonious dynamic.
Stepping into a group of strangers from various universities, I took the initiative to prepare a comprehensive Meeting Agenda, set up a working timeline, and establish collaborative tools like Figma, Notion, and Drive. This proactive approach fostered a comfortable, efficient environment where everyone felt encouraged to speak up and collaborate. By setting a tone of commitment, the team quickly developed camaraderie and enthusiasm, resulting in open discussions and a productive, harmonious dynamic.
Test test test!!!
Test test test!!!
The significance of user testing became abundantly clear to me as I plunged headfirst into a whirlwind of iterations, usability tests, and even more iterations. It was an intensely addictive process, and I vividly recall the sheer joy that came with uncovering fresh insights from the users who interacted with my evolving designs.
These moments of learning from the very individuals I was designing for marked some of the most rewarding experiences throughout this project. It wasn't just about solving their problems; it was about stepping into their shoes, cultivating a profound understanding, and truly empathizing with their perspectives. In that journey of testing, I found an invaluable source of knowledge and inspiration
The significance of user testing became abundantly clear to me as I plunged headfirst into a whirlwind of iterations, usability tests, and even more iterations. It was an intensely addictive process, and I vividly recall the sheer joy that came with uncovering fresh insights from the users who interacted with my evolving designs.
These moments of learning from the very individuals I was designing for marked some of the most rewarding experiences throughout this project. It wasn't just about solving their problems; it was about stepping into their shoes, cultivating a profound understanding, and truly empathizing with their perspectives. In that journey of testing, I found an invaluable source of knowledge and inspiration
The goal isn’t to impress others– it’s to solve a problem efficiently and collaboratively
The goal isn’t to impress others– it’s to solve a problem efficiently and collaboratively
I used to be fixated on creating visually stunning designs, prioritizing aesthetics over functionality, which sometimes resulted in products with beautiful interfaces but limited problem-solving capabilities. However, in this project, I shifted my focus to prioritize functionality. I adopted a more effective approach, starting with low-fidelity and medium-fidelity designs.
A significant part of the credit goes to Google Material Design, which provided excellent support. It enabled me to leverage its available components during the design thinking process and develop low-fidelity iterations that were instrumental in user testing.
I used to be fixated on creating visually stunning designs, prioritizing aesthetics over functionality, which sometimes resulted in products with beautiful interfaces but limited problem-solving capabilities. However, in this project, I shifted my focus to prioritize functionality. I adopted a more effective approach, starting with low-fidelity and medium-fidelity designs.
A significant part of the credit goes to Google Material Design, which provided excellent support. It enabled me to leverage its available components during the design thinking process and develop low-fidelity iterations that were instrumental in user testing.