Michael Bollig

Overview

If you've ever ventured into the world of rock climbing, you understand the significance of having a reliable partner. The 'Venture' app addresses this challenge by providing a platform where climbers can seamlessly connect with like-minded individuals of similar skill levels. Beyond finding climbing partners, the app offers an enriched experience with access to a vast library of training and safety videos to enhance skills. Moreover, users can engage with a supportive community, discovering new climbs, cool gear, interesting locations, and more.

Client

  • Venture

Tools

  • Adobe XD
  • Illustrator
  • Sublime

Type

  • UX/UI Design
  • Mobile App

Role

As part of a collaborative effort, I brought my expertise in rock climbing to shape the professional concepts behind the 'Venture' app. Responsible for researching and envisioning user interactions, my significant influence extended to the design of the profile page, ensuring it aligned seamlessly with the needs and expectations of climbers engaging with the app.

Venture - Mobile phone mockups

Process

The journey started with the simple yet powerful idea of connecting rock climbers. The design process involved creating a seamless flow between screens, starting from initial wireframes and progressing to a fully functional prototype. Throughout this iterative process, rigorous testing was conducted, addressing and rectifying issues to ensure a polished and effective end product.

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Design

We set out with a clear goal: to create a seamless design and an impeccable user experience. Starting from the ground up, we meticulously crafted an app that not only captivated users but also enticed them to stay engaged and return for more. The emphasis was on building an experience that users not only enjoyed but found compelling enough to make the app a recurrent part of their rock climbing journey.

Venture - Paper Prototypes

Development

Venture remained a conceptual project, and we didn't proceed with the actual development of the app. However, once our idea was solidified, and our design process was meticulously crafted, we delved into the development of our concepts and initiated rigorous testing. The testing phase emerged as a pivotal aspect, revealing flaws in our design and providing invaluable insights on enhancing the overall user experience.

Venture - Development

Take Away

Creating Venture was an exhilarating journey. It filled a unique niche in the market, offering something unprecedented for rock climbers. From inception to completion, Venture presented challenges that tested us on various levels, and I take pride in being a significant contributor to its creation.

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