AFL Mint

Fostering a new era of footy memorabilia

UX/UI • Web3 • Marketplace

The AFL was entering a new era of fan engagement with digital collectibles, launching a pilot initiative to explore this emerging market. I led the platform design and UX for a custom marketplace, offering fans a new way to collect, buy, and sell video highlights and other digital memorabilia.

Client

Australian Football League (AFL)

Contributions

Lead UX & UI design, design system, product feature planning & workshops, user testing

Year

2022 - 2024

AFL Mint

Fostering a new era of footy memorabilia

UX/UI • Web3 • Marketplace

The AFL was entering a new era of fan engagement with digital collectibles, launching a pilot initiative to explore this emerging market. I led the platform design and UX for a custom marketplace, offering fans a new way to collect, buy, and sell video highlights and other digital memorabilia.

Client

Australian Football League (AFL)

Contributions

Lead UX & UI design, design system, product feature planning & workshops, user testing

Year

2022 - 2024

AFL Mint

Fostering a new era of footy memorabilia

UX/UI • Web3 • Marketplace

The AFL was entering a new era of fan engagement with digital collectibles, launching a pilot initiative to explore this emerging market. I led the platform design and UX for a custom marketplace, offering fans a new way to collect, buy, and sell video highlights and other digital memorabilia.

Client

Australian Football League (AFL)

Contributions

Lead UX & UI design, design system, product feature planning & workshops, user testing

Year

2022 - 2024

AFL Mint

Fostering a new era of footy memorabilia

UX/UI • Web3 • Marketplace

The AFL was entering a new era of fan engagement with digital collectibles, launching a pilot initiative to explore this emerging market. I led the platform design and UX for a custom marketplace, offering fans a new way to collect, buy, and sell video highlights and other digital memorabilia.

Client

Australian Football League (AFL)

Contributions

Lead UX & UI design, design system, product feature planning & workshops, user testing

Year

2022 - 2024

The AFL Mint homepage with the text 'Own your fave footy moments' and a stylinsed image of a digital collectible moment
The AFL Mint homepage with the text 'Own your fave footy moments' and a stylinsed image of a digital collectible moment
Three AFL Mint packs with prices
Three AFL Mint packs with prices
Detail page of an AFL Mint Throwbacks pack with an image of the pack and text details including prices and a buy button
Detail page of an AFL Mint Throwbacks pack with an image of the pack and text details including prices and a buy button
Problems & Goals

Simplifying digital collectibles for footy fans

AFL Mint was an exciting new pilot project, building a platform from the ground up to test a new era of digital fan experiences. We had great content but faced several challenges in managing emerging technology and connecting footy fans with a new type of collectible experience. As a 'test and learn' initiative, the focus was on exploring user engagement, gathering insights, and iterating based on early feedback.

Problems & Goals

Simplifying digital collectibles for footy fans

AFL Mint was an exciting new pilot project, building a platform from the ground up to test a new era of digital fan experiences. We had great content but faced several challenges in managing emerging technology and connecting footy fans with a new type of collectible experience. As a 'test and learn' initiative, the focus was on exploring user engagement, gathering insights, and iterating based on early feedback.

Problems & Goals

Simplifying digital collectibles for footy fans

AFL Mint was an exciting new pilot project, building a platform from the ground up to test a new era of digital fan experiences. We had great content but faced several challenges in managing emerging technology and connecting footy fans with a new type of collectible experience. As a 'test and learn' initiative, the focus was on exploring user engagement, gathering insights, and iterating based on early feedback.

Problems & Goals

Simplifying digital collectibles for footy fans

AFL Mint was an exciting new pilot project, building a platform from the ground up to test a new era of digital fan experiences. We had great content but faced several challenges in managing emerging technology and connecting footy fans with a new type of collectible experience. As a 'test and learn' initiative, the focus was on exploring user engagement, gathering insights, and iterating based on early feedback.

Introducing NFTs to new audiences

Most AFL fans were unfamiliar with NFTs so we designed an experience that focused on tangible rewards like exclusive merch and events to make digital ownership feel approachable and valuable.

Introducing NFTs to new audiences

Most AFL fans were unfamiliar with NFTs so we designed an experience that focused on tangible rewards like exclusive merch and events to make digital ownership feel approachable and valuable.

Introducing NFTs to new audiences

Most AFL fans were unfamiliar with NFTs so we designed an experience that focused on tangible rewards like exclusive merch and events to make digital ownership feel approachable and valuable.

Introducing NFTs to new audiences

Most AFL fans were unfamiliar with NFTs so we designed an experience that focused on tangible rewards like exclusive merch and events to make digital ownership feel approachable and valuable.

Changing perceptions

There’s a lot of uncertainty around NFTs, so we leaned on AFL’s credibility to help fans see the benefits of joining the community and owning digital items along with exclusive rewards and experiences.

Changing perceptions

There’s a lot of uncertainty around NFTs, so we leaned on AFL’s credibility to help fans see the benefits of joining the community and owning digital items along with exclusive rewards and experiences.

Changing perceptions

There’s a lot of uncertainty around NFTs, so we leaned on AFL’s credibility to help fans see the benefits of joining the community and owning digital items along with exclusive rewards and experiences.

Simplifying complex tech

Web3 can be complicated, so we kept things simple and familiar, making it easy for fans to join without needing to know the tech behind it.

Simplifying complex tech

Web3 can be complicated, so we kept things simple and familiar, making it easy for fans to join without needing to know the tech behind it.

Simplifying complex tech

Web3 can be complicated, so we kept things simple and familiar, making it easy for fans to join without needing to know the tech behind it.

Simplifying complex tech

Web3 can be complicated, so we kept things simple and familiar, making it easy for fans to join without needing to know the tech behind it.

Research & Planning

A new world of Web3

Understanding this new technology space

Research & Planning

A new world of Web3

Understanding this new technology space

Research & Planning

A new world of Web3

Understanding this new technology space

Desktop research

Understanding the market

I researched industry leaders like NBA Topshot, NFL All Day and Opensea to identify best practices and opportunities where we could better serve AFL’s new users. I also analysed user patterns from more traditional online marketplaces and familiar AFL platforms to reduce any learning curves for our audience.

Desktop research

Understanding the market

I researched industry leaders like NBA Topshot, NFL All Day and Opensea to identify best practices and opportunities where we could better serve AFL’s new users. I also analysed user patterns from more traditional online marketplaces and familiar AFL platforms to reduce any learning curves for our audience.

Desktop research

Understanding the market

I researched industry leaders like NBA Topshot, NFL All Day and Opensea to identify best practices and opportunities where we could better serve AFL’s new users. I also analysed user patterns from more traditional online marketplaces and familiar AFL platforms to reduce any learning curves for our audience.

Desktop research

Understanding the market

I researched industry leaders like NBA Topshot, NFL All Day and Opensea to identify best practices and opportunities where we could better serve AFL’s new users. I also analysed user patterns from more traditional online marketplaces and familiar AFL platforms to reduce any learning curves for our audience.

User research

Building with community insights

We launched a Discord community early on to gather direct feedback from users experienced with digital collectibles. Their suggestions informed key features and helped us quickly iterate on the platform based on real user needs.

User research

Building with community insights

We launched a Discord community early on to gather direct feedback from users experienced with digital collectibles. Their suggestions informed key features and helped us quickly iterate on the platform based on real user needs.

User research

Building with community insights

We launched a Discord community early on to gather direct feedback from users experienced with digital collectibles. Their suggestions informed key features and helped us quickly iterate on the platform based on real user needs.

User research

Building with community insights

We launched a Discord community early on to gather direct feedback from users experienced with digital collectibles. Their suggestions informed key features and helped us quickly iterate on the platform based on real user needs.

Journeys

Mapping user journeys

Sitemaps helped to communicate with the dev team how all the parts worked together and highlighted MVP pages while we worked towards a full launch. Low definition user journeys were created ahead of carefully annotated design for every new feature for the dev team to follow and prototyped in high def when stakeholder or wider AFL club buy in was needed.

Journeys

Mapping user journeys

Sitemaps helped to communicate with the dev team how all the parts worked together and highlighted MVP pages while we worked towards a full launch. Low definition user journeys were created ahead of carefully annotated design for every new feature for the dev team to follow and prototyped in high def when stakeholder or wider AFL club buy in was needed.

Journeys

Mapping user journeys

Sitemaps helped to communicate with the dev team how all the parts worked together and highlighted MVP pages while we worked towards a full launch. Low definition user journeys were created ahead of carefully annotated design for every new feature for the dev team to follow and prototyped in high def when stakeholder or wider AFL club buy in was needed.

Journeys

Mapping user journeys

Sitemaps helped to communicate with the dev team how all the parts worked together and highlighted MVP pages while we worked towards a full launch. Low definition user journeys were created ahead of carefully annotated design for every new feature for the dev team to follow and prototyped in high def when stakeholder or wider AFL club buy in was needed.

Signup & Onboarding

Bringing footy fans into web3

Blockchain, NFT's & digital wallets. How do we get footy fans to understand and adopt a new fandom experience?

Signup & Onboarding

Bringing footy fans into web3

Blockchain, NFT's & digital wallets. How do we get footy fans to understand and adopt a new fandom experience?

Signup & Onboarding

Bringing footy fans into web3

Blockchain, NFT's & digital wallets. How do we get footy fans to understand and adopt a new fandom experience?

Signup & Onboarding

Bringing footy fans into web3

Blockchain, NFT's & digital wallets. How do we get footy fans to understand and adopt a new fandom experience?

Homepage

Benefits beyond collectibles

Following earlier iterations we revamped the homepage to more effectively communicate the added benefits of the program beyond the collectibles. We had to explain what Mint was at a glance and offer a taste of collecting with a free collectible and previews of your favourite teams moments right on the homepage.

Homepage

Benefits beyond collectibles

Following earlier iterations we revamped the homepage to more effectively communicate the added benefits of the program beyond the collectibles. We had to explain what Mint was at a glance and offer a taste of collecting with a free collectible and previews of your favourite teams moments right on the homepage.

Homepage

Benefits beyond collectibles

Following earlier iterations we revamped the homepage to more effectively communicate the added benefits of the program beyond the collectibles. We had to explain what Mint was at a glance and offer a taste of collecting with a free collectible and previews of your favourite teams moments right on the homepage.

Homepage

Benefits beyond collectibles

Following earlier iterations we revamped the homepage to more effectively communicate the added benefits of the program beyond the collectibles. We had to explain what Mint was at a glance and offer a taste of collecting with a free collectible and previews of your favourite teams moments right on the homepage.

Creating an account

Simplifying a multi-step signup process

Signing up for AFL Mint involved multiple steps: creating an AFL iD, setting up a digital wallet, and completing a Mint profile. To reduce friction, we iterated on this journey as the products evolved. Automating wallet creation and integrating AFL iD profiles with team-themed styling helped streamline the experience for fans, whether they were new to the platform or returning users.

Creating an account

Simplifying a multi-step signup process

Signing up for AFL Mint involved multiple steps: creating an AFL iD, setting up a digital wallet, and completing a Mint profile. To reduce friction, we iterated on this journey as the products evolved. Automating wallet creation and integrating AFL iD profiles with team-themed styling helped streamline the experience for fans, whether they were new to the platform or returning users.

Creating an account

Simplifying a multi-step signup process

Signing up for AFL Mint involved multiple steps: creating an AFL iD, setting up a digital wallet, and completing a Mint profile. To reduce friction, we iterated on this journey as the products evolved. Automating wallet creation and integrating AFL iD profiles with team-themed styling helped streamline the experience for fans, whether they were new to the platform or returning users.

Creating an account

Simplifying a multi-step signup process

Signing up for AFL Mint involved multiple steps: creating an AFL iD, setting up a digital wallet, and completing a Mint profile. To reduce friction, we iterated on this journey as the products evolved. Automating wallet creation and integrating AFL iD profiles with team-themed styling helped streamline the experience for fans, whether they were new to the platform or returning users.

Signup & Log in journey

Detailing the new journey for stakeholders and developers

To support stakeholders and developers, I created detailed journey maps and prototypes that outlined the full signup and login process for new and existing users. These materials demonstrated the benefits of the new wallet integration, identified potential friction points, and provided developers with a clear roadmap for implementation

Signup & Log in journey

Detailing the new journey for stakeholders and developers

To support stakeholders and developers, I created detailed journey maps and prototypes that outlined the full signup and login process for new and existing users. These materials demonstrated the benefits of the new wallet integration, identified potential friction points, and provided developers with a clear roadmap for implementation

Signup & Log in journey

Detailing the new journey for stakeholders and developers

To support stakeholders and developers, I created detailed journey maps and prototypes that outlined the full signup and login process for new and existing users. These materials demonstrated the benefits of the new wallet integration, identified potential friction points, and provided developers with a clear roadmap for implementation

Signup & Log in journey

Detailing the new journey for stakeholders and developers

To support stakeholders and developers, I created detailed journey maps and prototypes that outlined the full signup and login process for new and existing users. These materials demonstrated the benefits of the new wallet integration, identified potential friction points, and provided developers with a clear roadmap for implementation

onboarding

Nurturing new collectors with guides and contextual help

Web3 is still in the early adopter phase and the industry wide experience for new users needs a lot of work. To help our new AFL Mint audience I created contexual guidance, resources and ways to get trusted help when needed.

onboarding

Nurturing new collectors with guides and contextual help

Web3 is still in the early adopter phase and the industry wide experience for new users needs a lot of work. To help our new AFL Mint audience I created contexual guidance, resources and ways to get trusted help when needed.

onboarding

Nurturing new collectors with guides and contextual help

Web3 is still in the early adopter phase and the industry wide experience for new users needs a lot of work. To help our new AFL Mint audience I created contexual guidance, resources and ways to get trusted help when needed.

onboarding

Nurturing new collectors with guides and contextual help

Web3 is still in the early adopter phase and the industry wide experience for new users needs a lot of work. To help our new AFL Mint audience I created contexual guidance, resources and ways to get trusted help when needed.

Pack Purchases

Shop the drops

Purchasing a lucky dip pack of limited edition numbered video highlights

Pack Purchases

Shop the drops

Purchasing a lucky dip pack of limited edition numbered video highlights

Pack Purchases

Shop the drops

Purchasing a lucky dip pack of limited edition numbered video highlights

Pack Purchases

Shop the drops

Purchasing a lucky dip pack of limited edition numbered video highlights

Drop Templates

A scalable format for drop after drop

I created a scaleable format for the wider team to add design assets, copy and new digital collectibles within a limited scope to reduce the time and cost to drop a new collection or a new series within an existing collection.

Drop Templates

A scalable format for drop after drop

I created a scaleable format for the wider team to add design assets, copy and new digital collectibles within a limited scope to reduce the time and cost to drop a new collection or a new series within an existing collection.

Drop Templates

A scalable format for drop after drop

I created a scaleable format for the wider team to add design assets, copy and new digital collectibles within a limited scope to reduce the time and cost to drop a new collection or a new series within an existing collection.

Drop Templates

A scalable format for drop after drop

I created a scaleable format for the wider team to add design assets, copy and new digital collectibles within a limited scope to reduce the time and cost to drop a new collection or a new series within an existing collection.

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Collections
Collections
Collections
Collections

37

37

37

37

Drops
Drops
Drops
Drops

44

44

44

44

Drop Packs
Drop Packs
Drop Packs
Drop Packs

142k

142k

142k

142k

Moments Minted
Moments Minted
Moments Minted
Moments Minted
Buy a pack

Seamless and efficient checkout

Collectors could purchase first-release 'lucky dip' packs of digital collectibles during a limited drop window. To ensure faster transactions and avoid issues with delayed payments, we encouraged collectors to preload their wallets, facilitating instant, seamless checkouts. After user testing, we streamlined the process by allowing collectors to choose to save the pack and open later or to now rip open their packs directly from the purchase page, making it easier for them to reveal their collectibles and make repeat purchases without unnecessary steps.

Buy a pack

Seamless and efficient checkout

Collectors could purchase first-release 'lucky dip' packs of digital collectibles during a limited drop window. To ensure faster transactions and avoid issues with delayed payments, we encouraged collectors to preload their wallets, facilitating instant, seamless checkouts. After user testing, we streamlined the process by allowing collectors to choose to save the pack and open later or to now rip open their packs directly from the purchase page, making it easier for them to reveal their collectibles and make repeat purchases without unnecessary steps.

Buy a pack

Seamless and efficient checkout

Collectors could purchase first-release 'lucky dip' packs of digital collectibles during a limited drop window. To ensure faster transactions and avoid issues with delayed payments, we encouraged collectors to preload their wallets, facilitating instant, seamless checkouts. After user testing, we streamlined the process by allowing collectors to choose to save the pack and open later or to now rip open their packs directly from the purchase page, making it easier for them to reveal their collectibles and make repeat purchases without unnecessary steps.

Buy a pack

Seamless and efficient checkout

Collectors could purchase first-release 'lucky dip' packs of digital collectibles during a limited drop window. To ensure faster transactions and avoid issues with delayed payments, we encouraged collectors to preload their wallets, facilitating instant, seamless checkouts. After user testing, we streamlined the process by allowing collectors to choose to save the pack and open later or to now rip open their packs directly from the purchase page, making it easier for them to reveal their collectibles and make repeat purchases without unnecessary steps.

The reveal

Unveiling moments and rare collectibles

The reveal is a pivotal moment for collectors, and I wanted to make it feel special, whether users were opening a pack of moments or discovering a rare one-of-one Genesis ball. I worked closely with our motion designer, sound designer, and developer to craft captivating reveal experiences that built anticipation and excitement. Following the reveal, collectors could download and share their haul with others in the Discord community, fueling further engagement and keeping the momentum going.

The reveal

Unveiling moments and rare collectibles

The reveal is a pivotal moment for collectors, and I wanted to make it feel special, whether users were opening a pack of moments or discovering a rare one-of-one Genesis ball. I worked closely with our motion designer, sound designer, and developer to craft captivating reveal experiences that built anticipation and excitement. Following the reveal, collectors could download and share their haul with others in the Discord community, fueling further engagement and keeping the momentum going.

The reveal

Unveiling moments and rare collectibles

The reveal is a pivotal moment for collectors, and I wanted to make it feel special, whether users were opening a pack of moments or discovering a rare one-of-one Genesis ball. I worked closely with our motion designer, sound designer, and developer to craft captivating reveal experiences that built anticipation and excitement. Following the reveal, collectors could download and share their haul with others in the Discord community, fueling further engagement and keeping the momentum going.

The reveal

Unveiling moments and rare collectibles

The reveal is a pivotal moment for collectors, and I wanted to make it feel special, whether users were opening a pack of moments or discovering a rare one-of-one Genesis ball. I worked closely with our motion designer, sound designer, and developer to craft captivating reveal experiences that built anticipation and excitement. Following the reveal, collectors could download and share their haul with others in the Discord community, fueling further engagement and keeping the momentum going.

The marketplace

Browse, buy and sell your collection

We created a custom marketplace for the community to buy and sell their AFL Mint collectibles with the community.

The marketplace

Browse, buy and sell your collection

We created a custom marketplace for the community to buy and sell their AFL Mint collectibles with the community.

The marketplace

Browse, buy and sell your collection

We created a custom marketplace for the community to buy and sell their AFL Mint collectibles with the community.

The marketplace

Browse, buy and sell your collection

We created a custom marketplace for the community to buy and sell their AFL Mint collectibles with the community.

Buying

Helping collectors find their favourites

Purchasing packs was an exciting but randomised experience, with collectors receiving moments and serial numbers by chance. With the introduction of the marketplace, we wanted to give collectors more control. I led the design of an intuitive interface that allowed users to easily filter and sort through moments based on key properties, such as serial number or player. This made it easy for collectors to find the exact moment they wanted—whether it was a specific jumper number or a low serial—and gave them the tools to make smarter buying decisions.

Buying

Helping collectors find their favourites

Purchasing packs was an exciting but randomised experience, with collectors receiving moments and serial numbers by chance. With the introduction of the marketplace, we wanted to give collectors more control. I led the design of an intuitive interface that allowed users to easily filter and sort through moments based on key properties, such as serial number or player. This made it easy for collectors to find the exact moment they wanted—whether it was a specific jumper number or a low serial—and gave them the tools to make smarter buying decisions.

Buying

Helping collectors find their favourites

Purchasing packs was an exciting but randomised experience, with collectors receiving moments and serial numbers by chance. With the introduction of the marketplace, we wanted to give collectors more control. I led the design of an intuitive interface that allowed users to easily filter and sort through moments based on key properties, such as serial number or player. This made it easy for collectors to find the exact moment they wanted—whether it was a specific jumper number or a low serial—and gave them the tools to make smarter buying decisions.

Buying

Helping collectors find their favourites

Purchasing packs was an exciting but randomised experience, with collectors receiving moments and serial numbers by chance. With the introduction of the marketplace, we wanted to give collectors more control. I led the design of an intuitive interface that allowed users to easily filter and sort through moments based on key properties, such as serial number or player. This made it easy for collectors to find the exact moment they wanted—whether it was a specific jumper number or a low serial—and gave them the tools to make smarter buying decisions.

Selling

Simplifying the listing process

I wanted the selling experience to be easy for new collectors while also providing the details that experienced sellers expected. Collectors could simply select an item from their collection, enter a price, and confirm the listing. To assist with pricing, I included a guide that displayed current listings and historical sales data for the same item, helping sellers set a fair and competitive price. This streamlined process made it simple for anyone to list items, while still offering the depth and insights that seasoned users needed to optimise their sales.

Selling

Simplifying the listing process

I wanted the selling experience to be easy for new collectors while also providing the details that experienced sellers expected. Collectors could simply select an item from their collection, enter a price, and confirm the listing. To assist with pricing, I included a guide that displayed current listings and historical sales data for the same item, helping sellers set a fair and competitive price. This streamlined process made it simple for anyone to list items, while still offering the depth and insights that seasoned users needed to optimise their sales.

Selling

Simplifying the listing process

I wanted the selling experience to be easy for new collectors while also providing the details that experienced sellers expected. Collectors could simply select an item from their collection, enter a price, and confirm the listing. To assist with pricing, I included a guide that displayed current listings and historical sales data for the same item, helping sellers set a fair and competitive price. This streamlined process made it simple for anyone to list items, while still offering the depth and insights that seasoned users needed to optimise their sales.

Selling

Simplifying the listing process

I wanted the selling experience to be easy for new collectors while also providing the details that experienced sellers expected. Collectors could simply select an item from their collection, enter a price, and confirm the listing. To assist with pricing, I included a guide that displayed current listings and historical sales data for the same item, helping sellers set a fair and competitive price. This streamlined process made it simple for anyone to list items, while still offering the depth and insights that seasoned users needed to optimise their sales.

Results & Impact

Launching a world class platform in a tough market

AFL Mint launched as a world-class platform in a tough and rapidly evolving market, receiving praise from industry leaders for its design and execution. Early interest was strong, and we cultivated a loyal community of core users who continue to engage with the platform. Launching during a market downturn for NFTs, we faced headwinds like payment challenges with some banks and limited integration into the broader AFL ecosystem. Despite these hurdles, we successfully established a solid foundation for AFL Mint. As Web3 technology becomes more beginner-friendly and the strategy evolves, the platform is well-positioned to grow and better connect with fans.

Results & Impact

Launching a world class platform in a tough market

AFL Mint launched as a world-class platform in a tough and rapidly evolving market, receiving praise from industry leaders for its design and execution. Early interest was strong, and we cultivated a loyal community of core users who continue to engage with the platform. Launching during a market downturn for NFTs, we faced headwinds like payment challenges with some banks and limited integration into the broader AFL ecosystem. Despite these hurdles, we successfully established a solid foundation for AFL Mint. As Web3 technology becomes more beginner-friendly and the strategy evolves, the platform is well-positioned to grow and better connect with fans.

Results & Impact

Launching a world class platform in a tough market

AFL Mint launched as a world-class platform in a tough and rapidly evolving market, receiving praise from industry leaders for its design and execution. Early interest was strong, and we cultivated a loyal community of core users who continue to engage with the platform. Launching during a market downturn for NFTs, we faced headwinds like payment challenges with some banks and limited integration into the broader AFL ecosystem. Despite these hurdles, we successfully established a solid foundation for AFL Mint. As Web3 technology becomes more beginner-friendly and the strategy evolves, the platform is well-positioned to grow and better connect with fans.

Results & Impact

Launching a world class platform in a tough market

AFL Mint launched as a world-class platform in a tough and rapidly evolving market, receiving praise from industry leaders for its design and execution. Early interest was strong, and we cultivated a loyal community of core users who continue to engage with the platform. Launching during a market downturn for NFTs, we faced headwinds like payment challenges with some banks and limited integration into the broader AFL ecosystem. Despite these hurdles, we successfully established a solid foundation for AFL Mint. As Web3 technology becomes more beginner-friendly and the strategy evolves, the platform is well-positioned to grow and better connect with fans.

Final thoughts

Building a unique platform with an incredible team

This project was an incredible opportunity to design something from the ground up and work with a talented team who pushed creative boundaries with motion graphics and video content. While NFTs and Web3 weren’t areas I was initially drawn to, tackling complex problems like digital wallets, user onboarding, and marketplace interactions helped me grow as a designer. The NFT space remains challenging, especially for beginners, and some aspects of the experience were constrained by third-party technology. Despite the hurdles, I’m proud to have helped create a world-class platform that serves as a foundation for AFL’s digital collectibles strategy moving forward.

Shoutouts to the design team at AFL Studios including art direction by Marty Cook, motion & 3D by John Robinson, graphic design by Zoe Caracatsanoudis and copy by Laura Donnelly. And to the dev team at Animoca/Sportpass, including Shane Pollard, Grant Cahn and Julian Rutherford.

Final thoughts

Building a unique platform with an incredible team

This project was an incredible opportunity to design something from the ground up and work with a talented team who pushed creative boundaries with motion graphics and video content. While NFTs and Web3 weren’t areas I was initially drawn to, tackling complex problems like digital wallets, user onboarding, and marketplace interactions helped me grow as a designer. The NFT space remains challenging, especially for beginners, and some aspects of the experience were constrained by third-party technology. Despite the hurdles, I’m proud to have helped create a world-class platform that serves as a foundation for AFL’s digital collectibles strategy moving forward.

Shoutouts to the design team at AFL Studios including art direction by Marty Cook, motion & 3D by John Robinson, graphic design by Zoe Caracatsanoudis and copy by Laura Donnelly. And to the dev team at Animoca/Sportpass, including Shane Pollard, Grant Cahn and Julian Rutherford.

Final thoughts

Building a unique platform with an incredible team

This project was an incredible opportunity to design something from the ground up and work with a talented team who pushed creative boundaries with motion graphics and video content. While NFTs and Web3 weren’t areas I was initially drawn to, tackling complex problems like digital wallets, user onboarding, and marketplace interactions helped me grow as a designer. The NFT space remains challenging, especially for beginners, and some aspects of the experience were constrained by third-party technology. Despite the hurdles, I’m proud to have helped create a world-class platform that serves as a foundation for AFL’s digital collectibles strategy moving forward.

Shoutouts to the design team at AFL Studios including art direction by Marty Cook, motion & 3D by John Robinson, graphic design by Zoe Caracatsanoudis and copy by Laura Donnelly. And to the dev team at Animoca/Sportpass, including Shane Pollard, Grant Cahn and Julian Rutherford.

Final thoughts

Building a unique platform with an incredible team

This project was an incredible opportunity to design something from the ground up and work with a talented team who pushed creative boundaries with motion graphics and video content. While NFTs and Web3 weren’t areas I was initially drawn to, tackling complex problems like digital wallets, user onboarding, and marketplace interactions helped me grow as a designer. The NFT space remains challenging, especially for beginners, and some aspects of the experience were constrained by third-party technology. Despite the hurdles, I’m proud to have helped create a world-class platform that serves as a foundation for AFL’s digital collectibles strategy moving forward.

Shoutouts to the design team at AFL Studios including art direction by Marty Cook, motion & 3D by John Robinson, graphic design by Zoe Caracatsanoudis and copy by Laura Donnelly. And to the dev team at Animoca/Sportpass, including Shane Pollard, Grant Cahn and Julian Rutherford.

Let's work together.

Kelly Stubbs © 2024

I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the Kulin Nation on which I live, work and create.

Let's work together.

Kelly Stubbs © 2024

I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the Kulin Nation on which I live, work and create.

Let's work together.

Kelly Stubbs © 2024

I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the Kulin Nation on which I live, work and create.

Let's work together.

Kelly Stubbs © 2024

I acknowledge the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Owners of the Kulin Nation on which I live, work and create.