Papercuts Trading Product Development & Visualization
Project Credits
Company: Big Little Pictures
Software: 3D Studio Max, TyFlow, VRay, Illuistrator, Photoshop
My Contributions: Everything but manufacturing!
Check out the official store and site at https://papercutstrading.com
This may be the most comprehensive, start-to-finish project I’ve ever taken on — a personal challenge for 2025.
Leveraging concepts I've learned as a day trader, I developed everything for this job. From the original concept and gameplay mechanics to the card design, artwork, rulebook, full website with integrated store, interactive trading simulator, and even the 3D animation and commercial. It was a massive solo undertaking, but a genuinely enjoyable challenge to conquer.
Printing and Manufacturing
Bringing my card game to life wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible team at Qin Printing. From the very beginning, they provided custom templates tailored to my unique product, which allowed me to prototype with precision and confidence. These templates made it easy to visualize exactly how the magnetic box and cards would look and function once manufactured.
Through several thoughtful iterations, we refined the packaging design together—balancing form, function, and cost-effectiveness. Their collaborative spirit and attention to detail were invaluable, and they went above and beyond by even developing new templates specifically for my game. The entire process felt like a true partnership, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their professionalism, quality, and dedication. I highly recommend Qin Printing to any creator looking for a reliable, high-end print manufacturing partner. Working with an overseas team during the tariff debacle of 2025 was scary, but they put me at ease with their patience and collaborative spirit. Huge thanks to Jimmy Dang at Qin!
Concept & Game Design
Origin of the idea: merging trading education with classic card gameplay
Core mechanics: dual-purpose deck, market events, action cards
Simplified scoring and round flow for accessibility.
Interactive & Digital Elements
Custom-built a market simulator from scratch to extend gameplay online and help people grasp simple day trading concepts.
Bonus round and timed challenges for enhanced replay value.
Marketing & Promotion
Scripted and produced commercial
Social media assets, QR-linked materials, and YouTube strategy
Visual Design & Illustration
Card layout, iconography, and print-friendly design
Brand identity: logo, color palette, tone (educational + chaotic)
Box design and rule booklet with flipbook and QR support
Prototyping & Playtesting
Iterative card balancing and rule refinement
Feedback loops from casual players and traders.
Website & E-Commerce Setup
Designed and built product page using WordPress + WooCommerce
Embedded media, downloadable content, and SEO-ready pages
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