BrandBuddy
A streamlined collaboration platform connecting brands with the right influencers for impactful partnerships.
Context
A group project for the Mobile Advertisement and Brand Engagement course at Hochschule der Medien, Stuttgart
My Role
UX/UI Design, User Research, Information Architecture
Timeline
January - February 2024 (6 weeks)
Problem
Finding the Right Influencer Takes Too Much Time
Companies often struggle to identify the right influencers due to the fragmented nature of social media platforms. Brands and influencers spend excessive time navigating multiple channels, dealing with scattered messages, and sorting through irrelevant offers. This inefficient process leads to missed opportunities and limits effective brand-influencer collaborations.
Solution
BrandBuddy: A Centralized Platform for Brand and Influencer Collaboration
BrandBuddy provides a one-stop solution where companies and influencers can connect seamlessly. By centralizing the collaboration process, the app simplifies search, messaging, and project management, allowing both sides to focus on meaningful partnerships rather than administrative tasks.
1
Find Influencers
- Filter influencers by category
- View influencer profiles
- Send collaboration requests
2
Find Collaborations
- Post a collaboration opportunity
- Filter requests by category
- View collaboration details
- Apply for collaborations
3
Manage Collaborations
- Filter by status: active, applied, completed
- Access saved collaborations and influencers
- Review collaboration requests
- Message partners directly
4
Track Collaboration Progress
- Upload documents
- Approve or request changes on influencer submissions
Impact
Streamlined Collaboration for Greater Efficiency
- BrandBuddy reduces the time and effort required to find and connect with suitable influencers.
- It provides a streamlined platform where influencers can discover all available brand collaborations in one place, enhancing convenience and reducing friction in the collaboration process.