Illiyin Studio

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m an executive at MyUniGuide, an online platform that helps international students make informed decisions about studying in the UK by comparing universities, courses, cities, and budgets based on their individual priorities.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Illiyin Studio?

Branded illustrations, landing page development and integrated email campaign.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Illiyin Studio provided us with illustrations for our concept. After that, we decided to proceed with a landing page setup, email integration, and production of a sample chapter. Illiyin Studio produced everything from start to finish with guidance from us on what we were seeking.

How did you come to work with Illiyin Studio?

We found them through Fiverr. We chose them because our chemistry was good, and we liked their ideas and support. They were very responsive and helpful from the outset. Moreover, they were clear and transparent with timeframes.

What is the status of this engagement?

We worked with them from August–November 2024.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Illiyin Studio’s illustrations, landing page, and email campaign setup satisfied our needs. The deliverables were on-brand and as per the brief we provided.

How did Illiyin Studio perform from a project management standpoint?

Illiyin Studio’s project management was exceptional. Our primary form of communication with them was via Slack and email.

What did you find most impressive about them?

Illiyin Studio’s communication and transparency were most impressive.

Are there any areas they could improve?

I don’t think there was anything they could have improved on.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CEO of a software company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We specialize in transforming early-stage startup ideas into tangible, market-ready prototypes. Our approach combines innovative design with the latest technologies, including cutting-edge AI experiences, to ensure your startup stands out in the competitive tech landscape. Partner with us to take your startup from concept to prototype with clarity, creativity, and advanced technological integration.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Illiyin Studio to accomplish?

• Product Design

SOLUTION

How did you find Illiyin Studio?

Online Search

Why did you select Illiyin Studio over others?

Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from Illiyin Studio were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Illiyin did a great job UI design and prototyping

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Designs were delivered that were great

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They communicated effectively via email

What was your primary form of communication with Illiyin Studio?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Their pricing and design iterations were great

Are there any areas for improvement or something Illiyin Studio could have done differently?

N/A

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I'm an executive at pixel

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
Nonprofit.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Illiyin Studio to accomplish?

• Designing custom website figma components and icon set

SOLUTION

How did you find Illiyin Studio?

Online Search

Why did you select Illiyin Studio over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

The design studio was responsible for creating a complete digital identity for a new website, including a custom Figma website design and a tailored icon set. Key Deliverables:

• Website Figma Design: Developed a user-friendly and visually appealing website layout, including all essential pages and responsive designs for mobile and tablet.
• Custom Icon Set: Created a cohesive set of icons aligned with the website's design aesthetic, provided in multiple formats for versatile use.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Enhanced User Engagement: The intuitive and visually appealing Figma design led to a noticeable increase in user interaction and time spent on the website, as tracked by user analytics tools.
• Brand Consistency: The custom icon set contributed to a unified brand identity, enhancing brand recognition and trust, as reflected in positive user feedback and client satisfaction.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The design studio demonstrated strong project management throughout the process. They delivered all key items, including the Figma design and custom icon set, on time according to the agreed-upon milestones. The team maintained clear and open communication, promptly addressing feedback and adjusting designs as needed to ensure the final product met the client's expectations. 

Their responsiveness and ability to adapt to evolving requirements contributed to a smooth and efficient collaboration, resulting in a successful project delivery.

What was your primary form of communication with Illiyin Studio?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out most about the design studio was their ability to blend creativity with precision. Their designs were not only visually stunning but also highly functional, demonstrating a deep understanding of user experience. Additionally, their commitment to creating custom solutions, like the tailored icon set, showcased their dedication to delivering a truly unique and cohesive brand identity. 

Their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile made them exceptional partners in the project.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Illiyin Studio could have done differently?

Illiyin Studio performed exceptionally well, but one suggestion for enhancement could be to continue refining their already strong communication practices. Offering more regular check-ins or progress updates could further enrich the collaborative experience, keeping the client even more aligned and informed.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Managing Partner of a healthcare company

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a health clinic that provides Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to patients with a widw range of health concerns.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Illiyin Studio to accomplish?

• Create infographic

SOLUTION

How did you find Illiyin Studio?

Online Search

Why did you select Illiyin Studio over others?

Good value for cost

How many teammates from Illiyin Studio were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We hired Ilyin Studio (Illustraly Deisgn) to create an infographic for our website and they quickly and efficiently delivered exactly what we were looking for. They were a pleasure to work with and we look forward to working with them again in the future.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• We have recieved positive feedback about the infographic from friends and clients alike.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They were disciplined, attentive, patient and amenable to our evolving needs. They were willing to go the extra mile to make sure we were satisfied.

What was your primary form of communication with Illiyin Studio?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Highly skilled team of graphic designers available at an affordable rate. Quick turnaround time.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Illiyin Studio could have done differently?

Not that I can think of, they were a pleasure to work with.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am a Department Director at CodeTribe

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Coding Education Solutions for Schools

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Illiyin Studio to accomplish?

• UI Advice
• UI Designs
• UI Research

SOLUTION

How did you find Illiyin Studio?

Other

Why did you select Illiyin Studio over others?

Other

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

UI Design

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Great designs

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

On time with detail and varied designs.

What was your primary form of communication with Illiyin Studio?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We were impressed with their attention to detail and creative designs.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Illiyin Studio could have done differently?

None

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of Aloy

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Smart Building Solutions

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Illiyin Studio to accomplish?

• Create illustrations

SOLUTION

How did you find Illiyin Studio?

Online Search

Why did you select Illiyin Studio over others?

Other

What was the size of Illiyin Studio’s team?

6-10 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We needed few illustrations that we can use in marketing campaigns and on our website

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Quality of the Deliverables
• Communication
• Speed of Delivery

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

The illustrations got delivered on time, and their team was very cooperative.

What was your primary form of communication with Illiyin Studio?

• Email
• Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Good quality of works

Are there any areas for improvement or something Illiyin Studio could have done differently?

Communication Speed

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the CEO of a Dallas-based software development agency.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Illiyin Studio?

We hired them to create a design for a client of ours and we were very happy with the output.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

We searched for design companies online and we found their portfolio, after that, we contacted them and found common ground.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Their team conducted research based on our requirements. After we send out the details after a week we got a low-fidelity prototype. We then continued improving the prototype and some of the design parts, and finally moved to finalize the design.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

My team worked directly with their UI/UX designer and PM.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We are very happy with the outcome of this project and we will consider them in the future.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

They were very easy to communicate with, everything was decided on Figma and they were very responsive.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They provided some useful information that we didn't expect, like animations and small interactions that we found very helpful.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

No, at least for us we found everything to be okay.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the IT Project Manager at a start up called Ramla Technologies which is responsible for the development of a business directory website called GCC Trading

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Illiyin Studio?

We hired Illiyin Studio to work on redesigning and improving the UI of the the business directory website: GCCTrading.org

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Illiyin Studio was recommended to us by a colleague who has benefited from their services in the past

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Prior to starting on working on the design, our team and Illiyin Studio's team had multiple discussions in which we explained the purpose of the website and walked through the various pages to answer their questions and help them understand the concept of the site.

After that, they've shared a document with us so we can write our design requirements and how we would like to improve it. After understanding the concept, and our requirements, they started working on the design as per the agreed plan.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

My team has worked directly with:

• 1- Nisa - Project Manager
• 2- Faizuddin Pulungan - UI/UX designer

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We're pleased with the deliverables from their team. Their work perfectly reflects the vision we had at the start, helping us create a user-friendly and easy-to-navigate responsive design that support both L2R and R2L designs for Arabic language. 

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

The communication was really great between the teams despite the 4 hours time difference considering that we are in two different countries. It was easy to discuss any points, clear any misunderstandings. Most of the communication was held in Slack.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The things I found most impressive was:

1. Communication
2. They try to understand the concept and business logic before working on the page design
3. Their ability to deliver on time without delays

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

As per my experience, I can't find something that they could’ve done differently. I'm happy with their way of doing things.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am CEO of an e-commerce development agency.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Illiyin Studio?

Misc design projects for web build-outs and overflow.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor?

Had worked with them in the past

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Involved in design from wireframes and sometimes wireframes themselves as well. Also worked on various logos and smaller projects

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

5 designs of various specialties

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Most of their design work was client-approved.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Pretty effective using trello for tasks and loom videos for communication within those tasks.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Great pricing with a variety of talent.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Probably should have a feedback loop on a per project basis to maintain and improve.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Product Manager at an online job advertising company. We work with high-growth companies that are seeking talent.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Illiyin Studio?

Illiyin Studio were hired to take control of the design phase of the platform. The team were given a number of documents detailing what the business wants to achieve, and how the platform should function (inc. UX / UI, branding, design ideas, all journies and more).

From there, Illiyin Studio went on to create all desktop & mobile designs for the platform. They did this based on the documents provided, and it exceeded all expectations.Since they have done such an amazing job, they have taken on elements of the development phase also. So far, their front end development skills have proven to be amazing.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

I met Illiyin Studio through Upwork. I decided to work with them based on initial communication & discussions, portfolio of historic work, mix of skills within the team, and ambition to take on the project.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Following their review of my documentation, the process started with a very detailed plan put together by the team. The team created a flow of the required pages and processes involved (allowing us to sense check that all was okay). This was very comforting - it showed they really understood the project. They were also able to identify missing steps in processes - which allowed us to remediate things early on.

Anything that needed fixing throughout the process were done so without any issues.We worked in an almost Agile method - with the team designing based on documentation, and adjustments being made based on feedback. We worked together through the design process, to completion. Given the great work that has been achieved, they have started working on the development phase of the project - which is going very well so far.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

In total, I have worked with 5+ people from Illiyin Studio. These spanned across design & project management (and now development).

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

The project was successfully delivered, above expectation. Given the success, work with Illiyin Studio will continue going forward.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Communication was fantastic - we were quickly able to establish requirements, an effective plan and confirm that we could work together. Updates were provided regularly, and we used tools to manage the backlog effectively. The entire team remained communicative throughout the entire process. They were friendly with many good ideas, which made the entire process more enjoyable. We primarily used Slack to manage communication and the backlog.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The team at Illiyin Studio are extremely talented, creative, hard-working and friendly. They also have a strong mix of skills. They offer a lot of input into the direction of the product, taking personal pride in what they delivered.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I cannot note any improvements that can be made. The team have been excellent from start to end. I will continue to work with them in the future.