Fire450 - Internet Product Development

You are a Web Application Visionary…

An entrepreneur with an idea for a web or mobile application that will take the world by storm. More than just a web-site, a product that people can really use.

You understand that quality, usability and user experience are aspects of any product that cannot be compromised and you understand that achieving focused results requires time, expertise, discipline and the ability to reject preconceptions and accept new perspectives.

And you know that developing a remarkable product requires commitment and creative engagement from remarkable people who are well organized and prepared to join you on your journey.

We are Dedicated to Product Development…

Justin Stacey

Justin Stacey is a user interface designer and software developer whose experience spans 15 years working in the interactive digital media industry. Justin got his start in Ottawa Canada developing computer based training applications for clients such Canada Trust, Jetform and SHL Systemhouse. Here he successfully led the development of IPT Nelson's first foray using interactive digital media in the classroom. With the increasing prominence of the World Wide Web, Justin went on to develop web based applications for clients including Industry Canada, Nortel Networks, National Defence, Elections Canada, Canada Council for the Arts before leaving Ottawa for Vancouver in 2000.

After moving to Vancouver, Justin led the user interface design of MediaBz, a video-centric content management and web publishing system that powered the CTV News website. Following this Justin worked at Vision Critical, where he developed innovative market research applications for clients including Ipsos Reid and BC Lotteries before moving on to join Bodog Entertainement, where he oversaw the most significant redesign of their flagship web property bodoglife.com. Justin is currently a partner in Fire450 Creative Services and is a co-founder of FanYard.

Carter Gilchrist

Carter Gilchrist has been designing and developing websites for over 10 years with a diverse portfolio of clients. In 2003 he moved from Calgary to Vancouver in order to further his design and development studies at the Vancouver Film School's Interactive Media program. During this time he produced numerous interactive projects including flash kiosk games and highly interactive non-linear video installations.

Shortly after graduating he took a position as an Interface Developer with Bodog Entertainment. During his three year tenure, he was heavily involved in several major milestone projects, taking on everything from information architecture to flash feature prototyping. Since leaving Bodog in the Spring of 2008, Carter is now a partner with Fire450 Internet Product Development.

Outside of interactive development, Carter is also a partner and co-founder of Canopy Sound Studio; a recording studio, music promotions company and underground venue for music in Vancouver.

Jason Murphy

Jason Murphy has 18 years experience of bringing innovation to life in cutting-edge internet product development, branding, multidisciplinary design, and business strategy.

He created and guided the design teams of award winning web publishing tools and visual communications for broadcaster CTV and others, has served as Director of Operations for a highly regarded private educational institution and has delivered literally hundreds of lectures on internet and design related subjects.

Critical scope includes internet product development, creative team building, visual design, branding and communication, online community development, user experience design, creative and business process analysis and business strategy development and knowledge systems development.

Team Mapping

Any idea worth pursuing demands the right team custom built for you including the most talented and creative professionals.

We have a wealth of experience in matching exceptional people to challenging projects, and we are already looking forward to introducing you to the people who are going to turn your new idea into a reality.

A Case In Point…

Reframe It

reframeit.com

Reframe It approached us with their concept for a browser extension and online social network allowing the user to comment publicly or privately on any selected image, video or piece of text on the web.

Working in a highly integrated way with Reframe It’s management and engineering teams, we have collaborated with them on their concept and provided the design and development of their presentation tier components, brand profile and visual assets.

Making Your Product a Reality

Together we will create a detailed conceptual and functional breakdown of your project allowing for maximum creativity and focus and including all of its aspects.

From here we can build the right team, pulling in new expertise as needed and position the project for the best possible start.

Once this platform has been created, assigning goals and priorities becomes a matter of common sense allowing for rapid development, clear communication and rigorous user testing phases.

Our ability to prioritize conceptual and strategic thinking, free-flowing process, design and engineering expertise and rigorous user testing will get you where you want to go.

Team Integration

Dedicating team members to your project allows direct no-ceremony collaboration and communication. Other team members can be included when they are needed.

Why People Work With Us

We have built-up years of expertise in getting internet products built well.

We integrate with your existing team and bring project collaboration tools and expertise that allow a free exchange of ideas and information, regardless of the location of team members around the globe. In fact we relish working internationally and the get a kick out of the cultural breadth that brings to our work.

We are well respected in a community that is rich with talent, as a result good people like to engage with us, and will want to join us to be a part of your team.

We are designers, engineers and communicators, and we don’t waste time trying to separate the three.