Papercuts Trading Product Development & Visualization
Project Credits
Company: Big Little Pictures
Software: 3D Studio Max, TyFlow, VRay, Illuistrator, Photoshop
My Contributions: Everything.
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.
Check out the full site at papercutstrading.com
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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