I design things. Mostly because the world is filled with interfaces created by people who have never met another human being before. I fix that. I’ve spent the last 10+ years building UI, UX, game interfaces, websites, 3D scenes, and explaining to clients that no, we cannot “just quickly redesign the whole thing” in 20 minutes. I run Eyfriend Studio and Webvite.io, where I design clean, functional experiences with just enough spice to keep users awake, and just enough logic to prevent developers from hunting me down. If your project needs someone who mixes creativity, sarcasm, and actual skill — congratulations, you’ve found him.…

Marno Lotz

I design things. Mostly because the world is filled with interfaces created by people who have never met another human being before. I fix that. I’ve spent the last 10+ years building UI, UX, game interfaces, websites, 3D scenes, and explaining to clients that no, we cannot “just quickly redesign the whole thing” in 20 minutes. I run Eyfriend Studio and Webvite.io, where I design clean, functional experiences with just enough spice to keep users awake, and just enough logic to prevent developers from hunting me down. If your project needs someone who mixes creativity, sarcasm, and actual skill — congratulations, you’ve found him.…

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I design things. Mostly because the world is filled with interfaces created by people who have never met another human being before. I fix that.

I’ve spent the last 10+ years building UI, UX, game interfaces, websites, 3D scenes, and explaining to clients that no, we cannot “just quickly redesign the whole thing” in 20 minutes. I run Eyfriend Studio and Webvite.io, where I design clean, functional experiences with just enough spice to keep users awake, and just enough logic to prevent developers from hunting me down. If your project needs someone who mixes creativity, sarcasm, and actual skill — congratulations, you’ve found him.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Founder & Lead UI/UX Designer at Webvite.io
January 1, 2021 - Present
Leads UI/UX projects, builds brand systems, creates 3D experiences, and runs a small team of designers and developers.
Lead UI/UX Product Designer at Quik Tech
January 1, 2021 - Present
Designs interfaces for e-gaming products, builds system logic, maps out player flows, and ensures visual consistency to build user trust.
Founder and Creative Director at Eyfriend Studio
January 1, 2019 - Present
Runs a small studio that builds WordPress websites for clients seeking clean, usable sites free from duct tape and outdated plugins.
Front-end Developer and Designer at Nerospec
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Built dashboards and interfaces for engineering-focused products; engineers appreciate clean UI more than they admit.
Multimedia Designer at Kantar
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Built intranet visuals, reports, and internal assets that made SharePoint look better.
Firearms Instructor at NuLaw Firearms Academy and shooting range
January 1, 2016 - Present
Taught firearms safety while also designing posters.
Graphic Designer at Grey to Green
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Created brand identities and marketing visuals; learned that 'make it pop' can be a misconception.

Education

Nanodegree in Web Design at Udacity
January 1, 2017 - December 8, 2025
Certificate in Web Page, Digital/Multimedia & Information Design at University of Stellenbosch (Get Smarter)
January 1, 2017 - December 8, 2025
BA Degree in Design & Visual Communication at The Open Window Institute
January 1, 2015 - December 8, 2025
Matric at Midstream College
January 1, 2012 - December 8, 2025

Qualifications

Nanodegree in Web Design
January 1, 2017 - December 8, 2025
Certificate in Web Page, Digital/Multimedia & Information Design
January 1, 2017 - December 8, 2025
BA Degree in Design & Visual Communication
January 1, 2015 - December 8, 2025
Matric
January 1, 2012 - December 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education