Asiphe Kunene
Aspiring Cloud Engineer I am Asiphe and I am a graphic designer/junior data analyst/aspiring cloud engineer. Eager to apply my knowledge and skills in data analysis and cloud computing in a dynamic environment. My training and experience has enabled me to be competent in SQL, Python, AWS and data visualisation. Aspiring to contribute to data-driven decision-making processes and eager to develop further in cloud computing.
Experience
Outlier Graphix
Pretoria, GP
Dec. 2023 - Present
Freelance Graphic Designer
  • Consulted with clients to develop cohesive brand identities, creating logos, brand materials, and visual assets that convey each client's unique vision and story.
  • Applied critical thinking and analytical skills to assess client needs and develop visual solutions, incorporating digital literacy and data visualization principles to support brand direction.
  • Leveraged data processing and visualization skills in brand storytelling, using design to translate data insights into accessible, visually appealing content.
The Studio Keys
Pretoria, GP
Feb. 2023 - Aug. 2024
Graphic Designer
  • Collaborated with clients to develop social media marketing strategies, transforming ideas into impactful visual designs that aligned with brand identity and goals.
  • Created original social media posts and campaigns, using Adobe Suite.
  • Gained experience in data visualization through graphic design, presenting data-driven insights visually for a range of industries to support senior team strategies and objectives.
Self-employed
Pretoria, GP
Jan. 2021 - Jan. 2022
Freelance Graphic Designer
  • Designed comprehensive brand identities, logos, and digital assets, supporting the brand’s message through sustainable design solutions.
  • Developed a Wix website for client use, applying user-focused design principles to enhance online presence and accessibility.
Education & Certification
Amazon Web Services
Pretoria, GP
May 2025
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • Showcase foundational knowledge of AWS cloud services and cloud computing
  • High-level understanding of AWS Cloud, services, and terminology.
Google, Coursera
Pretoria, GP
Jun. 2024
Google Professional Data Analytics Certificate
  • Completed practice-based assessments designed to prepare for introductory-level roles in Data Analytics
  • Knowledge in tools and platforms including spreadsheets, SQL, Tableau, and R
  • Knowledge on how to prepare, process, analyze, and share data for thoughtful action
University of Cape Town, Online
Pretoria, GP
Aug. 2022 - Oct. 2022
Graphic Design Short Course
  • Comprehensive knowledge of visual communication and aesthetic principles, encompassing theories on layout and composition.
  • A blend of creative and technical expertise for creating designs across print and digital media.
  • Essential business skills tailored for application in design-focused professions.
Capsicum Culinary Studio
Pretoria, GP
Feb. 2020 - Nov. 2021
Professional Chef Certificate
  • Theoretical, practical and workplace components of kitchen operations and culinary practice.
  • Soft skills, such as kitchen supervision, self-development and communication.
  • Endorsement and certification by City & Guilds.
Projects
Cloud Resume Challenge
The very site you are on right now! The Cloud Resume Challenge allowed me to gain hands-on experience using various AWS technologies and DevOps methodologies to host and deploy a static personal resume site.
COVID EDA Case Study
Exploratory data analysis (EDA) of COVID-19 data using SQL. Performed data extraction, transformation, and analysis to uncover trends and insights related to the pandemic's impact on various regions and demographics, followed by visualisation on Tableau.
Skills
HTML CSS Python SQL R Programming
HTML logo CSS logo Python logo SQL logo R programming logo
WordPress AWS Terraform Linux Tableau
Wordpress logo AWS logo Terraform logo Linux logo Tableau logo
Interests & Hobbies
Reading, film and TV analysis, learning Mandarin Chinese (你好!), random Wikipedia rabbit holes.