Melissa Rojas
Cochabamba
Summary
Adaptable interior design professional with hands-on experience in residential and commercial projects, including mood boards, floor plans, and material selection. Skilled in customer service, organization, and problem solving, with a focus on coordinating revisions and supporting smooth project execution.
Overview
2
2
Languages
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Airbnb Host
Airbnb
Cochabamba, Bolivia
02.2021 - Current
- Optimized listing content, photos, and descriptions to improve booking appeal.
- Managed guest inquiries, booking details, and resolution of stay-related concerns.
- Coordinated check-in instructions, key access, and seamless arrival experiences.
- Monitored calendar availability, pricing, and reservation changes for accurate scheduling.
- Supervised cleaning coordination and turnover readiness between guest stays.
- Cultivated positive reviews through proactive hospitality and responsive support.
- Resolved conflicts or miscommunications promptly and professionally, maintaining positive relationships with guests even in challenging situations.
- Hosted international travelers from various cultures, adapting communication styles accordingly while maintaining a warm, welcoming atmosphere throughout their stay.
Interior Designer
Interior Design and Architect
Cochabamba, Bolivia
08.2025 - 08.2026
- Drafted floor plans, elevations, and sections using AutoCAD software.
- Prepared mood boards, color palettes, and material palettes for client presentations.
- Assisted with space planning and furniture layouts for residential and commercial interiors.
- Coordinated design revisions with architects, vendors, and project teams.
- Researched furnishings, finishes, and fixtures aligned with project requirements.
- Supported site visits by documenting measurements, conditions, and installation progress.
- Reviewed drawings and selections to maintain consistency with client expectations.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views, and material boards for review and presentation.
- Selected and sourced materials, furniture, and accessories for aesthetically pleasing spaces.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
- Developed comprehensive design concepts through sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
- Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Coordinated installations of fixtures, furniture, artwork ensuring proper placement alignment within each space according to plan specifications.
- Illustrated visual concepts during client presentations through detailed plans and sketches.
- Determined personalized needs, tastes and design preferences through thorough client consultations.
- Conducted site visits and meetings with clients to gather necessary information for successful project execution.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by choosing appropriate materials, finishes, and furnishings that met client needs.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering innovative and functional interior design solutions.
- Transformed uninspiring areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials, and products.
- Presented compelling design proposals to clients, securing new projects and repeat business.
- Revitalized underperforming spaces by implementing creative interior design strategies.
- Transformed spaces with creative and functional design concepts, enhancing aesthetic appeal and usability of interiors.
- Customized design proposals to reflect clients' brand identity, contributing to their market presence and customer engagement.
- Leveraged 3D modeling software to present realistic project visualizations, facilitating client approval and project advancement.
- Conducted site visits to ensure design implementations were executed according to plan, maintaining high standards of quality.
- Streamlined communication with clients to better understand their vision and requirements, resulting in more accurate design executions.
- Optimized spatial layouts to enhance functionality and flow in commercial and residential spaces.
- Oversaw installation of finishes, furniture and other design elements to control final product.
- Created professional presentations using [Software] to creatively communicate design intent and direction.
- Selected furniture, lighting and accessories to enhance design concepts.
- Utilized computer-aided design (CAD) software to create plans and mockups of room layouts.
Administrative Assistant
Asistente Administrativo
Cochabamba, Bolivia
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Coordinated calendars, meetings, and office communications with consistent accuracy.
- Prepared reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence using Microsoft Office tools.
- Maintained organized digital and physical filing systems for quick retrieval.
- Processed invoices, purchase requests, and routine administrative documentation.
- Answered phone calls and redirected inquiries with professional customer service.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Diseño De Interiores
Universidad De Palermo
Buenos Aires11-2026
Skills
- Interior design
- Property management
- Effective communication
- Organizational management
- Social media promotion
- Problem-solving strategies
- Guest engagement strategies
- Technical proficiency
- Listing optimization techniques
- Organizational skills
- Detail orientation
- Organizational effectiveness
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Interior Designer
Interior Design and Architect
08.2025 - 08.2026
Administrative Assistant
Asistente Administrativo
01.2024 - 08.2025
Airbnb Host
Airbnb
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Diseño De Interiores
Universidad De Palermo