beatopia
for beatstars
beatopia
for beatstars
In the realm of online music production, the challenge of discovering new beats can often feel tedious and repetitive. Beatopia aims to revolutionize this experience by introducing a swiping mechanism akin to popular dating apps like Tinder. The goal is to create an engaging platform where users can effortlessly explore a diverse range of beats and producers, transforming the search for music into an enjoyable adventure.
category
UX/UI Design
category
UX/UI Design
category
UX/UI Design
type
Personal
type
Personal
type
Personal
software
Figma
Blender
software
Figma
Blender
software
Figma
Blender
timeline
08.2024
timeline
08.2024
timeline
08.2024
about project
about project
Problem
The traditional methods of searching for beats on platforms like YouTube and Beatstars have become monotonous. This not only limits user engagement but also restricts exposure to lesser-known producers who may not be highlighted by algorithms.
Solving
To develop an intuitive swiping feature within the Beatstars ecosystem that encourages users to discover new beats and artists in a fun, interactive manner.
The Beatopia project introduces a gamified experience where users can swipe through various beats and their creators, similar to how they would swipe through profiles on a dating app. Each interaction will bring users closer to finding unique sounds while fostering connections with emerging artists.
inspirations
inspirations
The swiping mechanism that has captivated millions serves as the core concept for Beatopia. By applying this model to music discovery, we can create a more engaging user experience.
The swiping mechanism that has captivated millions serves as the core concept for Beatopia. By applying this model to music discovery, we can create a more engaging user experience.
Soundcloud's community-driven approach allows lesser-known artists to gain visibility. Beatopia aims to build on this by making the discovery process more dynamic and enjoyable.
Soundcloud's community-driven approach allows lesser-known artists to gain visibility. Beatopia aims to build on this by making the discovery process more dynamic and enjoyable.
Soundcloud's community-driven approach allows lesser-known artists to gain visibility. Beatopia aims to build on this by making the discovery process more dynamic and enjoyable.
Incorporating these inspirations, I implemented features such as a dynamic interface that allows users to swipe left or right on beats, with visual cues indicating whether they liked or disliked a track. Research shows that gamification elements like these can significantly increase user engagement by making interactions feel more rewarding.
Incorporating these inspirations, I implemented features such as a dynamic interface that allows users to swipe left or right on beats, with visual cues indicating whether they liked or disliked a track. Research shows that gamification elements like these can significantly increase user engagement by making interactions feel more rewarding.
main rules
main rules
1
Create an interface that maximizes user engagement without hindering the creative process.
1
Create an interface that maximizes user engagement without hindering the creative process.
2
Ensure that the design aligns visually with the existing Beatstars brand, maintaining familiarity for users.
2
Ensure that the design aligns visually with the existing Beatstars brand, maintaining familiarity for users.
3
Develop an engaging audio player that enhances the listening experience while users browse through beats.
3
Develop an engaging audio player that enhances the listening experience while users browse through beats.
user flow
user flow
final project
final project
Beats Search
Beats Search
Beats Search
The home screen is organized into two distinct sections: one dedicated to searching for beats and the other focused on discovering producers, with a convenient toggle swatch at the top to switch between them. On the beats search page, users will find a player that showcases the beat’s image, title, artist, and genre tags. A red outline around a tag indicates a match with the user’s selected interests, enhancing personalization and engagement.
The home screen is organized into two distinct sections: one dedicated to searching for beats and the other focused on discovering producers, with a convenient toggle swatch at the top to switch between them. On the beats search page, users will find a player that showcases the beat’s image, title, artist, and genre tags. A red outline around a tag indicates a match with the user’s selected interests, enhancing personalization and engagement.
The home screen is organized into two distinct sections: one dedicated to searching for beats and the other focused on discovering producers, with a convenient toggle swatch at the top to switch between them. On the beats search page, users will find a player that showcases the beat’s image, title, artist, and genre tags. A red outline around a tag indicates a match with the user’s selected interests, enhancing personalization and engagement.
Producers Search
The producer profile page consolidates all essential information about the producer in a clear and efficient layout. This design effectively communicates key details, enabling users to quickly grasp the producer’s style, background, and expertise. Both screens uphold consistency in layout and functionality, ensuring a seamless and familiar user experience throughout the platform. This cohesive design not only facilitates easy navigation but also encourages users to explore and connect with the music community more deeply.
Producers Search
The producer profile page consolidates all essential information about the producer in a clear and efficient layout. This design effectively communicates key details, enabling users to quickly grasp the producer’s style, background, and expertise. Both screens uphold consistency in layout and functionality, ensuring a seamless and familiar user experience throughout the platform. This cohesive design not only facilitates easy navigation but also encourages users to explore and connect with the music community more deeply.
Producers Search
The producer profile page consolidates all essential information about the producer in a clear and efficient layout. This design effectively communicates key details, enabling users to quickly grasp the producer’s style, background, and expertise. Both screens uphold consistency in layout and functionality, ensuring a seamless and familiar user experience throughout the platform. This cohesive design not only facilitates easy navigation but also encourages users to explore and connect with the music community more deeply.
Swiping
The swiping process for liking or disliking a beat or producer profile is designed to be intuitive, allowing users to swipe right to like and left to reject. For those who prefer not to swipe, these actions can also be executed by clicking on the corresponding icons. This streamlined interaction design not only enhances user engagement but also facilitates direct communication within the platform, making it easier for users to connect and collaborate effectively.
Swiping
The swiping process for liking or disliking a beat or producer profile is designed to be intuitive, allowing users to swipe right to like and left to reject. For those who prefer not to swipe, these actions can also be executed by clicking on the corresponding icons. This streamlined interaction design not only enhances user engagement but also facilitates direct communication within the platform, making it easier for users to connect and collaborate effectively.
Swiping
The swiping process for liking or disliking a beat or producer profile is designed to be intuitive, allowing users to swipe right to like and left to reject. For those who prefer not to swipe, these actions can also be executed by clicking on the corresponding icons. This streamlined interaction design not only enhances user engagement but also facilitates direct communication within the platform, making it easier for users to connect and collaborate effectively.
Swiping beats
Swiping beats
Swiping beats
Swiping producers
Swiping producers
Swiping producers
Ideas
The Ideas screen functions as a dynamic collaboration board for producers and rappers, showcasing various partnership proposals. Users can easily toggle between a feed filled with collaboration ideas and their own submissions using a switch at the top. Each idea is presented as a card that highlights essential information, making it easy to browse through options. By clicking on a card, users are directed to a detailed information screen where they can express interest in participating or save the idea for later consideration.
Ideas
The Ideas screen functions as a dynamic collaboration board for producers and rappers, showcasing various partnership proposals. Users can easily toggle between a feed filled with collaboration ideas and their own submissions using a switch at the top. Each idea is presented as a card that highlights essential information, making it easy to browse through options. By clicking on a card, users are directed to a detailed information screen where they can express interest in participating or save the idea for later consideration.
Ideas
The Ideas screen functions as a dynamic collaboration board for producers and rappers, showcasing various partnership proposals. Users can easily toggle between a feed filled with collaboration ideas and their own submissions using a switch at the top. Each idea is presented as a card that highlights essential information, making it easy to browse through options. By clicking on a card, users are directed to a detailed information screen where they can express interest in participating or save the idea for later consideration.
Profile
Profile
Profile
The user profile page offers extensive customization options, allowing users to upload up to five photos, set their avatar, and provide their name and location. Users can also select relevant tags that represent their musical style and write a brief bio to introduce themselves.
The user profile page offers extensive customization options, allowing users to upload up to five photos, set their avatar, and provide their name and location. Users can also select relevant tags that represent their musical style and write a brief bio to introduce themselves.
The user profile page offers extensive customization options, allowing users to upload up to five photos, set their avatar, and provide their name and location. Users can also select relevant tags that represent their musical style and write a brief bio to introduce themselves.
Additionally, the profile prominently displays key information such as the user’s specific role as a producer, their preferred digital audio workstation (DAW), favorite collaborations, and a "Pick 5" selection showcasing their best beats available on BeatStars.
Additionally, the profile prominently displays key information such as the user’s specific role as a producer, their preferred digital audio workstation (DAW), favorite collaborations, and a "Pick 5" selection showcasing their best beats available on BeatStars.
Additionally, the profile prominently displays key information such as the user’s specific role as a producer, their preferred digital audio workstation (DAW), favorite collaborations, and a "Pick 5" selection showcasing their best beats available on BeatStars.
This comprehensive setup provides a personalized snapshot of the user’s professional identity and creative preferences, enhancing their presence on the platform and facilitating connections within the music community.
This comprehensive setup provides a personalized snapshot of the user’s professional identity and creative preferences, enhancing their presence on the platform and facilitating connections within the music community.
This comprehensive setup provides a personalized snapshot of the user’s professional identity and creative preferences, enhancing their presence on the platform and facilitating connections within the music community.
conclusions
conclusions
conclusions
In summary, Beatopia seeks to redefine how music producers and artists connect by leveraging familiar swiping mechanics in a fresh context. This innovative approach not only enhances user experience but also supports emerging talent in the music industry.
In summary, Beatopia seeks to redefine how music producers and artists connect by leveraging familiar swiping mechanics in a fresh context. This innovative approach not only enhances user experience but also supports emerging talent in the music industry.
In summary, Beatopia seeks to redefine how music producers and artists connect by leveraging familiar swiping mechanics in a fresh context. This innovative approach not only enhances user experience but also supports emerging talent in the music industry.
