Project description
Appogee Games, a studio specialising in game development services, required a website UI/UX design that would serve as an informative platform to attract potential employees. The website needed to showcase the company’s services, culture, and job opportunities, with an engaging and user-friendly design to attract talented professionals in the gaming industry.Project summary
Industry: Gaming |
Business Goals: to develop a design that will contain a range of features |
Team: 1 Designer |
Expertise: Web design |
Applied technologies: Figma, Photoshop |
Business Challenge
The primary challenge was to create a website UI/UX that not only provided comprehensive information about the studio’s game development services but also highlighted the company’s work culture and job opportunities. The site had to appeal to a diverse audience, from experienced developers to fresh graduates, ensuring a balance between professional content and an engaging user experience. Additionally, the website needed to be easy to navigate, visually appealing, and optimised for various devices.
Solution
To address the challenges, a multi-faceted approach was adopted, focusing on intuitive UI/UX design principles and thorough user research:
User Research and Persona Development:
– Conducted interviews and surveys with current employees and potential candidates to understand their needs, preferences, and pain points.
– Developed user personas to guide the design process, ensuring the website met the needs of its target audience.
Information Architecture and Wireframing:
– Created a clear and logical information architecture to ensure users could easily find relevant information about the company and job opportunities.
– Developed wireframes to visualise the site’s structure and layout, focusing on simplicity and ease of navigation.
Visual Design and Branding:
– Designed a visually appealing interface that reflected the company’s brand identity, using a cohesive colour scheme, typography, and imagery.
– Incorporated interactive elements and animations to enhance user engagement without compromising the site’s professional tone.
Responsive Design:
– Implemented a responsive design methodology to ensure the site provided a seamless experience across various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
– Utilised flexible grids, media queries, and scalable images to adapt the layout to different screen sizes.
Content Strategy:
– Developed compelling content that showcased the company’s services, projects, and work culture.
– Created dedicated sections for job listings, employee testimonials, and company news to keep potential candidates informed and engaged.
Usability Testing and Iteration:
– Conducted usability testing with potential users to identify any issues or areas for improvement.
– Iterated on the design based on user feedback, refining the UI/UX to enhance usability and satisfaction.
Delivered Results
The project successfully delivered a user-friendly, informative, and visually appealing Appogee Games website UI/UX. Key outcomes included:
- Enhanced User Engagement: The intuitive design and engaging content effectively captured the attention of potential candidates, increasing the time spent on the site and the number of job applications received.
- Improved Navigation and Accessibility: The clear information architecture and responsive design ensured users could easily navigate the site and access information across different devices, enhancing overall user satisfaction.
- Effective Branding and Professional Image: The visual design and cohesive branding effectively communicated the company’s identity, establishing Appogee Games as a professional and attractive workplace in the gaming industry.