I’m a BA-qualified communications professional and graphic designer/web developer with 19 years of corporate communications experience, and a passion for well-crafted digital and printed marketing strategies. I founded Graphite Interactive in 2001 and later established TILT INTERACTIVE in 2012 to combine design, UX/UI, web development, and branding into work that’s worth watching. I specialise in in-house design, conceptualisation and engineering across websites and social media assets. I enjoy family and friends, painting and running, literature and film—and I bring that creativity and attention to detail into every project.…

Marthie de Wet

I’m a BA-qualified communications professional and graphic designer/web developer with 19 years of corporate communications experience, and a passion for well-crafted digital and printed marketing strategies. I founded Graphite Interactive in 2001 and later established TILT INTERACTIVE in 2012 to combine design, UX/UI, web development, and branding into work that’s worth watching. I specialise in in-house design, conceptualisation and engineering across websites and social media assets. I enjoy family and friends, painting and running, literature and film—and I bring that creativity and attention to detail into every project.…

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I’m a BA-qualified communications professional and graphic designer/web developer with 19 years of corporate communications experience, and a passion for well-crafted digital and printed marketing strategies. I founded Graphite Interactive in 2001 and later established TILT INTERACTIVE in 2012 to combine design, UX/UI, web development, and branding into work that’s worth watching.

I specialise in in-house design, conceptualisation and engineering across websites and social media assets. I enjoy family and friends, painting and running, literature and film—and I bring that creativity and attention to detail into every project.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Creative Specialist at TILT INTERACTIVE
April 1, 2018 - Present
Built TILT INTERACTIVE into a fully fledged design collective focused on brand and website development; collaborates with top talent on a project-specific basis.
Graphic Designer / Corporate Communications at Enterprises at the University of Pretoria (Pty) Ltd
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Rebrand of multiple campus companies as part of a corporate communications team of five experts; end-to-end branding exercise completed in a record time.
Graphic Designer / Corporate Communications at Enterprises at University of Pretoria (Pty) Ltd
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Three campus companies amalgamated into one entity and I was responsible for the entire rebrand as a member of the corporate communications team.
Founder / Web & Brand Designer (freelance) at TILT INTERACTIVE
June 1, 2012 - Present
Founded TILT INTERACTIVE in winter 2012 as a freelance endeavour. Provides in-house design, conceptualisation and engineering of websites; specialises in UX/UI design, web development, brand design & development, graphic design and social media design. Works across WordPress (Elementor/Divi), Shopify, WooCommerce, Squarespace and Weebly.
Communications project management (educational institution role) at University of Pretoria (educational institution)
January 1, 2004 - June 1, 2012
Accepted a position in 2004 within an educational institution at the University of Pretoria, expanding experience in communications project management. Managed online and printed publications and through-the-line marketing campaigns, coordinating with top corporate companies in South Africa as part of the role.
Graphic Designer and Webmaster at Continuing Education at the University of Pretoria
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2016
Responsible for all in-house brand marketing: mass media advertising and media buying; all marketing brochures, flyers, posters, booklets, annual reports and course catalogues; marketing materials for conferences and expo’s; website design, development and maintenance; strategic presentations; copywriting; creative conceptualisation and design; client service and account management; brand custodian and communications leader; sole designer and developer; marketed over 500 short courses.
Graphic Designer and Webmaster at Continuing Education, University of Pretoria
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2016
Graphic designer and webmaster responsible for in-house brand marketing: mass media advertising, brochures, posters, annual reports and course catalogues; website design, development and maintenance; copywriting; creative conceptualisation; client service and account management; brand custodian and communications leader; sole designer and developer handling marketing of over 500 short courses.
Graphic Designer at Mmino Designer Things (Advertising agency)
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Through the line advertising. Brand management, creative conceptualisation, copywriting and media buying.
Graphic Designer at Mmino Designer Things
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Through the line advertising. Brand management, creative conceptualisation, copywriting and media buying.
Founder / Freelancer at Graphite Interactive
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004
Founded Graphite Interactive in 2001, specialising in publications and marketing material for NGO’s and international organisations such as UNHCR, VSO and Fair Trade in Tourism SA. Graphite won the Fair Trade Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) account three years in succession as a freelancer. Work included communications-focused design, publication support, and marketing collateral aligned with organisational and client brand needs.
Graphic Designer at ADCOR Marketing
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001
Through the line advertising. Design, layout and printing, account management. Especially the layout of magazines (Die Bruidsgids/The Bridal Guide).
Graphic Designer at Profit Creative (Advertising agency)
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Through the line advertising. Design, layout and printing, account management.

Education

BA Degree (Graphic Design, Communications, Journalism, History of Art & English Literature) at North West University - Potchefstroom Campus
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
National Diploma (Creative Software) at Open Window Art Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
BA Degree (Graphic design, Communications, Journalism, History of Art & English Literature) at North West University, Potchefstroom Campus
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
National Diploma (Creative Software) at Open Window Art Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
Open Window Art Academy certificate / Online Short Courses at Open Window Art Academy
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
BA (Communications: Graphic design, Journalism, History of Art & English Literature) at North West University (Potchefstroom Campus), South Africa
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
National Diploma (Creative Software) at Open Window Art Academy
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026

Qualifications

Online short courses
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
BA Degree (Graphic Design, Communications, Journalism, History of Art & English Literature)
January 1, 1997 - February 5, 2026
National Diploma (Creative Software)
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026
Open Window Art Academy Certificate
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
National Diploma (Creative Software)
January 11, 2030 - February 6, 2026
BA Degree (Graphic design, Communications, Journalism, History of Art & English Literature)
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
National Diploma (Creative Software)
January 11, 2030 - July 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    88 e-commerce website

    New e-commerce website launched! This was a collaboration between White and TILT Interactive for Origin 88, a brand new dog treat.

    Website Design & Development: Marthie De Wet
    Platform: Squarespace Custom
    Visit the site here: https://www.twine.net/signin