Two phone screens show the Hot Mic app dashboard and top hosts

Case Study

HotMic

We worked with HotMic to create a platform that helps companies build interactive, creator-led livestream and social experiences directly inside their own apps.

in the details

The highlights

A phone screen shows comments on a Hot Mic live stream
During live streams, users can engage with questions and comments

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1) Mobile app design

We designed multiple iterations of the mobile app, which you can download on the App Store now. The app provides a complete solution to power watch parties, live shopping, and e-sports.

App development specs

The app is built in Swift and is supported by a backend admin dashboard.

A laptop screen shows part of the Hot Mic marketing site explaining how creators can drive your app's social experiencec

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Two laptops display shots from the Hot Mic marketing site in the brand's bold orange and white color scheme.

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2) Website build and branding

We designed HotMic's logo and branding system, and helped create their marketing website with a content management system powered by Webflow.

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In the Hot Mic app, users can search Youtube, see what games are live now and what hosts are streaming, and listen to radio

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Phone screens playing Chillhop Radio in the Hot Mic app

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