Revolutionizing Digital Storytelling

Team Crossfire

Team Crossfire is a startup competing in the XPRIZE Wildfire competition, which focuses on developing advanced firefighting technologies to prevent destructive wildfires. Led by xFoundry@UMD and the UMD Fire Protection Engineering Program, the project combines expertise in UAS, AI, and fire protection engineering to create a sustainable wildfire detection and suppression solution.

Role

Web Designer

Date

January 2025 - May 2025

Industry

Education / Startup

Scope of work

Website Design

Wireframing

Prototyping

Figma

00 Summary

A WILDFIRE COMPETITION TEAM BASED IN UMD

Team Crossfire is competing in the four-year, $11 million XPRIZE Wildfire competition, which challenges innovators to develop advanced solutions for rapid wildfire detection, characterization, and response—helping communities safely coexist with beneficial wildfires. If successful, xFoundry plans to continue the venture beyond the competition, with testing in California, Maryland and eventual deployment across the United States.

TASK

Design and develop the Team Crossfire website to effectively communicate the team’s mission, participation in the XPRIZE Wildfire competition, and progress toward innovative wildfire detection and response. Ensure the site is informative, visually engaging, and accessible to both the public and potential collaborators.

gOALS

Create a clear and engaging layout that explains the team's role in the XPRIZE Wildfire competition and highlights key updates and milestones.
Build visual storytelling elements that convey the urgency and impact of wildfire innovation to both general audiences and potential partners.
Design intuitive navigation and calls to action to encourage interest, support, and collaboration from researchers, sponsors, and the public.