Design for
the Internet

The OCT

2023–2024

Founded by the creators of well-known NFT projects such as OG Crystals, The OCT is an innovative on-chain multiplayer game where players mine a massive object, The OCT, which mysteriously appeared in Earth’s orbit, to uncover hidden treasures.

Collaborating with the team, I contributed to shaping the visual style and storytelling of The OCT universe. Alongside 3D artists, we developed the designs for the mining drills, various in-game elements, and artifacts. I also took charge of designing the game’s interface and produced a wide range of game-related materials.

Role
Art Direction, Interface Design, Web Design, AI Graphics, Visual Identity
Team
Andy Alekhin, Vlad Rafeev, Kanapat, WRS, Danil Krivoruchko, Boris Golovnev, Anatoly Zenkov
Field
Crypto, Gaming

Republic

2021–2022

Founded in 2016, Republic is one of the world’s largest crowdfunding investment platforms, with over $2.6 billion deployed across its family of investment platforms, funds and firms. As part of a dedicated team of product designers, I contributed to enhancing the retail investment experience, refining existing functionality, and leading a major redesign to shape the future vision of Republic’s design language.

Role
Product Design, Interface Design, Web Design
Team
Peter Green, Stas Polyakov, Dmitry Chernyshev
Field
Finance, Investment

Frank

2017–2018

Founded by Daniil and David Liberman, Frank was a service designed to help companies and non-profits increase transparency by providing a widget for visualizing expenses and income. As a product designer on this talented team, I had the pleasure of designing a wide range of complex interfaces and materials throughout the application.

Role
Product Design, Interface Design, Web Design
Team
Daniil and David Liberman, Alex Bystrov, Olga Bystrova, Dmitry Samarenkov
Field
Finance, Transparency

Locals

2019

Founded by Evgeniy Nevgen and Natalia Vodianova, Locals is a social media app that connects online communities with real-world events, gatherings, and social clubs. Working closely with the founders, I helped design the first version of Locals website, aimed at introducing the company to investors and supporting a funding round within a short timeframe.

Role
Product Design, Web Design
Team
Evgeniy Nevgen, Natalia Vodianova, Alex Bystrov
Field
Social Media

Yaizy

2021

Founded by former McKinsey alumni, Yaizy is a learning platform where kids engage and learn through play. Together with an exceptionally talented team, we crafted the visual style, core game mechanics, social media presence, and all other visual materials. The company successfully closed an investment round and continues to grow and expand.

Role
Art Direction, Product Design, Interface Design, Web Design
Team
Indgila Samad-Ali, Matvey Oskolkov-Tsintsiper, Daria Semina, Sasha Mitkalova, Daria Belyaeva
Field
EdTech, Gaming

Meander

2021

Founded by Anna Buldakova, Meander is a platform that empowers tech professionals to change or advance their careers through mentorship. We developed the first version of the platform, created the brand identity, and designed all promotional materials, supporting the company in securing a $2.5 million seed round and continuing to expand its product functionality.

Role
Product Design, Web Design
Team
Anna Buldakova, Alex Bystrov
Field
Social Media

Zala

2023

Founded by former Alfa Bank alumni, Zala is an innovative UAE-based banking service designed for creators and tailored specifically for the Near East market. I crafted the initial concept and visual identity for the service, which is currently in development and preparing for launch.

Role
Art Direction, Product Design, Interface Design, Web Design, Branding, Naming
Team
Stanislav Ivanov, Alex Starovoitov
Field
Finance