As a recent University of Cape Town graduate and social science data analyst I have data cleaning, data mining, data analysis skills and quantitative research skills that will transfer well in your organization. I have spent the past 8+ years doing number crunching and data cleaning, analysis and visualization, and I am keen to continue developing my career in the field of data science. I have always been a numbers person, with exceptional mathematics and computer skills. I am fluent in a number of data management systems and software, including Advanced Excel, SQL, SPSS, R, and data-driven optimization are the rhythm of the drumbeat I march to. As much as I’m into data manipulation, it’s the analysis of data that really gets me going. I like to explore the relationships between numbers, and translate digits and spreadsheets into stories. In the age of big data, these stories become actionable solutions and strategies for businesses, and I take pride in my ability to make data accessible to both executive decision-makers and frontline sales staff. On a personal level, I am detail-oriented, organized, and precise in my work; the only thing cleaner than my room are my spreadsheets. I have strong communication skills with a knack for clear and illuminating presentation. I’m comfortable on my own facing the numbers, but I really enjoy being part of a motivated team of smart people. Please find my contact information at the top of this letter, as well as on my enclosed resume.