Fuzzy Button Games is an indie games studio based in New York and Ukraine. We specialize in casual mobile games for millions to find moments of pleasure each day through lighthearted and simple play. I’m the co-founder and managing creative director.
SpinToWin Slots is the free sweepstakes app that puts the excitement of casino slots action and the chance to win actual cash in the palm of your hands. Being a top 5 app in the sweepstakes category, SpinToWin has over 1.5M installs with an average of 4.5 ratings in 65K+ reviews.
Puxers is an action-packed, bubble shooting, number matching, puzzle game that is easy to learn but hard to master. One part bubble shooter, one part air hockey, and one part billiards - mixed with the number merging fun of 2048.
Play To Win Solitaire (coming soon)
Altos Tequila is the Super-Premium 100% Blue Agave tequila from the Highlands, or Los Altos region of Mexico. It's a classic tequila for the modern world, made using a blend of Tahona Stone liquid and roller mill which makes it the perfect tequila for mixing outstanding tequila cocktails and smooth enough to sip. It is one of the 7 tequilas around the world made with the traditional 500-year-old Tahona Stone method.
I oversaw branding, executed design for website and marketing campaigns, as well as the global brand assets hub.
Wonderground is a “real-life treasure hunt,” a fantastic lens to see the extraordinary in everyday life. It’s a multi-platform game that takes players on a science and technology adventure through major U.S. cities, packed with secrets and forgotten histories hidden in plain sight.
On the web, players embark on immersive 360º panorama fact-finding missions using special lens mechanics, unlocked through gameplay. And on mobile, players go on missions in real-world locations, solving for clues using patented object recognition technology. Average session time exceeds 10 mins with 40% of visitors converting to players.
I oversaw creative direction, executed branding, animations and design. The game won the FWA Site of the day award.
Falling stars was created to experience Trident’s Vitality gum in a whole new way. Mirroring the sensorial states of the exotic gum flavors, this digital toy is a multi-sensory experience where users can create a world of music and dancing lights, in seconds, simply by drawing organic vines and tapping on falling stars on the screen.
Falling Stars was in the top 10 Free Entertainment app charts of iTunes in 2011. I lead design, illustration, and prototyped interactions.
The Six Flags Fun Finder app is a tiny, pocket-sized park assistant, packed with features designed to enhance every aspect of your Six Flags trip - starting from the car ride to waiting online at the Kingda Ka.
Select your favorite park to access ride information, park maps, insider tips and more. Go for the ultimate thrill by spinning The Big Scream wheel or find the best places to hang with friends in the Social Club. We’ve even planted some hidden fun inside the app like Whack-A-Friend and Hurl-O-Meter. But you’ll have to snoop around to see what those are all about.
I oversaw creative direction, branding, executed illustrations, and interaction design.
The Panasonic Jungle was the first handheld gaming console to sport a full-qwerty keyboard. The device was conceived from the ground up, specifically for MMO players who want to take their games on the road without their PC. We partnered with Panasonic to develop the device, designed the OS UX/UI, website, and created original video content for online marketing.
I oversaw art direction, character designs, character bible, faceplate designs.
For a wild and wacky tropical escape, just add water! Oddfish are the most peculiar, quirky, and lovable fish in the universe. Follow the adventures of Uma the Unicornfish, Felix the Footballfish, Penelope the Pineapplefish, Percy the Porcupinefish, and Raj the Roosterfish, as they bungle their way through the seven seas to discover lost wonders while skipping class to dodge bullies and avoiding chores from their moms.
Oddfish celebrates children's individuality, recognizing what makes them unique also makes them special. After all, there’s a bit of an odd fish in all of us.
I co-created and directed this original IP with toys and content. All Oddfish plush toys are super soft, adorable and a little nutty. These original designs are made with premium, child-friendly and high-density plush material for out of this world softness. Oddfish is sold online and in stores, as seen in Hot Topic.
Samsung HDTV brought the first curved TV to market for the optimal viewing experience from any angle with the best picture quality, sound, and design. To tell their story, we created original content on dedicated social channels to inspire emerging markets, influencing purchase decisions down the road. The strategy was to both entertain and educate.
We conceived and executed weekly content for Samsung TV USA Facebook page, and grew the fan base to 6 million+ in under a year. I oversaw creative direction, resource, and project management, as well as training new creative talents for a dedicated social media team.
Intel is so much more than their omnipresent and cutting edge processors. Through computing innovation, Intel has pushed the boundaries of smart and connected technologies to make amazing experiences possible for everyone.
To help tech enthusiasts and everyday users take a closer look inside the amazing world of Intel, we produced original social media content for Facebook, Vine, and Instagram every week.
I oversaw creative direction, resource and project management.
Like a remote oasis at the center of the bustling historic Chinatown, this delightful café is a welcoming respite from the dizzying sights and sounds of tourism on overdrive. TJ’s is a favorite of families and trendy teens alike as they make their daily stop to refuel and recharge with terrific service and quality coffee. Their delicious signature coffee is known for its smooth, chocolaty aftertaste and is amazingly devoid of any bitterness. I directed and executed branding, merchandise, and POS designs.
Designed with college students in mind, the Chase +1 Student MasterCard rewards young people for doing what it takes to build a good credit history and healthy credit habits.
We produced a curriculum for students to improve their credit ratings and a rewards program, with a 1-to-1 ratio of points to dollars. Students also get a sleek black credit card and can redeem their points directly in a store app we developed inside Facebook. I oversaw branding and design.
In the cellar of the imaginary world, there lived an abandoned imaginary friend named James of Late. Like all our discarded memories, he is alone in the dark as his colors slowly fade. His only sustenance is the memories of his maker he once knew and loved, in a place called home. And he would give anything to be home with her again.
On his courageous journey, James collects the most important memories that should have never been forgotten, in hopes of preserving them. James will brave twisted fabled characters, surreal horrors and discover wondrous secrets to light his way.
JOL is an original IP I created in the goth space blending the romantic with the melancholy. The original content was licensed for fashion, accessories, and gifts.
Hammandos is a casual mobile game with a unique blend of tower defense and action platformer.
Play as Salty the Green Bandana, leader of the Hammandos - an elite squad of hamster commandos. Face off with the evil robotic legion of Terrorcons, who rages across the galaxy to wipe clean all viral organic life.
Hold your ground to stem the tides of invasion as the last bastion of liberty for all Earth-kind. Defend against waves of escalating onslaught by building defenses, upgrading skills, and recruiting new Hammandos with unique abilities. Deploy to exotic locations in the fight for freedom. From a suburban kitchen countertop, or inside a lizard terrarium, take the fight to the Terrorcons, all the way back to their suborbital robot factory.
I created the original game and comic.
