Creative and proactive professional with over 10 years of experience leading teams and improving processes across diverse roles. After building a strong foundation in hospitality operations, I transitioned into tech-focused roles involving e-commerce platforms, WordPress, SEO and content creation. I’m passionate about building clear, engaging digital experiences and am now focused on growing within the web development, content, and digital marketing space.

Maria Del Pilar Arbeleche

Creative and proactive professional with over 10 years of experience leading teams and improving processes across diverse roles. After building a strong foundation in hospitality operations, I transitioned into tech-focused roles involving e-commerce platforms, WordPress, SEO and content creation. I’m passionate about building clear, engaging digital experiences and am now focused on growing within the web development, content, and digital marketing space.

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Creative and proactive professional with over 10 years of experience leading teams and improving processes across diverse roles. After building a strong foundation in hospitality operations, I transitioned into tech-focused roles involving e-commerce platforms, WordPress, SEO and content creation.

I’m passionate about building clear, engaging digital experiences and am now focused on growing within the web development, content, and digital marketing space.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Web Developer & Content Creator at NZBike Workshop and Rentals
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built and managed the company's Shopify website, including integrations and SEO strategies; created digital content and promotional material (business cards and custom tour books); managed social media accounts and marketing initiatives including Facebook ads; edited content on a secondary Joomla-based site (nzbike.com); achieved 30+ five-star reviews for each branch within a year.
Freelance Web Designer at Tidy Culture
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built full website using WordPress and Spectra and implemented SEO strategies. Created online content and visual assets including business cards and brochures.
Co-organizer & Content Creator at la.strambolica (Psychedelic Cumbia events)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Core team member in charge of communication and event coordination. Designed complementary visuals, social media content, and teaser videos using Canva Pro.
Administrator & Operations Support at B&N Properties
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Managed admin duties for a property management company. Scheduled contractors, prepared reports, and supported daily operations and communications.
Sales Assistant & Photo Editor at Magic Memories
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Took and edited customer photos using Adobe Photoshop. Assisted with visual presentation and sold personalized products in a tourism context.
Supervisor at Hello Sunday
June 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Supervised daily operations and ensured service standards at a high-volume café.
Venue Manager at Mexico Christchurch
March 1, 2018 - October 15, 2025
Managed full venue operations, staff training, events, budgeting and KPIs.
Hospitality Leadership Roles at Rollickin, Beach and Orleans
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Held management positions across hospitality operations (2013-2019).
Web Developer & Content Creator at NZBike Workshop and Rentals
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built and manage the company’s Shopify website, including integrations and SEO strategies. Created digital content and promotional material, including business cards and custom tour books. Managed social media accounts and marketing initiatives including Facebook ads. Edited content on a secondary Joomla-based company website (nzbike.com). Achieved 30+ five-star reviews for each branch within a year.
Freelance Web Designer at Tidy Culture
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built full website using WordPress and Spectra and implemented SEO strategies. Created online content and visuals assets including business cards and brochures.
Co-organizer & Content Creator at @la.strambolica
January 1, 2022 - Present
Core team member in charge of communication and event coordination. Designed complementary visuals, social media content, and teaser videos using Canva Pro.
Administrator & Operations Support at B&N Properties
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Managed admin duties for a property management company. Scheduled contractors, prepared reports, and supported daily operations and communications.
Sales Assistant & Photo Editor at Magic Memories
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Took and edited customer photos using Adobe Photoshop. Assisted with visual presentation and sold personalized products in a tourism context.
Supervisor at Hello Sunday
June 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Supervised daily operations and ensured service standards at a high-volume café.
Venue Manager at Mexico Christchurch
March 1, 2018 - October 15, 2025
Managed full venue operations, staff training, events, budgeting and KPIs.
Management roles (Hospitality) at Rollickin, Beach and Orleans
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Held management positions across multiple venues in hospitality.
Web Developer & Content Creator at NZBike Workshop and Rentals
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built and manage the company’s Shopify website, including integrations and SEO strategies. Created digital content and promotional material, including business cards and custom tour books. Managed social media accounts and marketing initiatives including Facebook ads. Edited content on a secondary Joomla-based company website (nzbike.com). Achieved 30+ five-star reviews for each branch within a year.
Freelance Web Designer at Tidy Culture
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built full website using WordPress and Spectra and implemented SEO strategies. Created online content and visuals assets including business cards and brochures.
Co-organizer & Content Creator at la.strambolica
January 1, 2022 - Present
Core team member in charge of communication and event coordination. Designed complementary visuals, social media content, and teaser videos using Canva Pro.
Administrator & Operations Support at B&N Properties
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Managed admin duties for a property management company. Scheduled contractors, prepared reports, and supported daily operations and communications.
Sales Assistant & Photo Editor at Magic Memories
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Took and edited customer photos using Adobe Photoshop. Assisted with visual presentation and sold personalized products in a tourism context.
Supervisor at Hello Sunday
June 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Supervised daily operations and ensured service standards at a high-volume café.
Venue Manager at Mexico Christchurch
March 1, 2018 - October 15, 2025
Managed full venue operations, staff training, events, budgeting and KPIs.
Manager at Rollickin, Beach and Orleans
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Other leadership roles in hospitality – held management positions.
Web Developer & Content Creator at NZBike Workshop and Rentals
October 1, 2023 - Present
Built and managed the company’s Shopify website, including integrations and SEO strategies; Created digital content and promotional material (business cards and custom tour books); Managed social media accounts and marketing initiatives including Facebook ads; Edited content on a secondary Joomla-based site (nzbike.com); Achieved 30+ five-star reviews for each branch within a year.
Freelance Web Designer at Tidy Culture
January 1, 2025 - Present
Built a full website using WordPress and Spectra and implemented SEO strategies; Created online content and visuals assets including business cards and brochures.
Co-organizer & Content Creator at la.strambolica
January 1, 2022 - Present
Core team member in charge of communication and event coordination; Designed complementary visuals, social media content, and teaser videos using Canva Pro.
Administrator & Operations Support at B&N Properties
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Managed admin duties for a property management company; Scheduled contractors, prepared reports, and supported daily operations and communications.
Sales Assistant & Photo Editor at Magic Memories
January 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Took and edited customer photos using Adobe Photoshop; Assisted with visual presentation and sold personalized products in a tourism context.
Supervisor at Hello Sunday
June 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Supervised daily operations and ensured service standards at a high-volume café.
Venue Manager at Mexico Christchurch
March 1, 2018 - October 15, 2025
Managed full venue operations, staff training, events, budgeting and KPIs.
Hospitality Leadership Roles at Rollickin, Beach and Orleans
January 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Held management positions across multiple venues; responsibilities included leadership and operations.

Education

New Zealand Diploma in Web Development & Design (Level 5) at Open Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Degree in Fashion Design at Escuela Argentina de Moda
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Hotel Management Degree at La Suisse – School of Higher Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
New Zealand Diploma in Web Development & Design (Level 5) at Open Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Degree in Fashion Design at Escuela Argentina de Moda
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Hotel Management Degree at La Suisse – School of Higher Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
NZ Diploma in Web Development & Design (Level 5) at Open Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Degree in Fashion Design at Escuela Argentina de Moda
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Hotel Management Degree at La Suisse – School of Higher Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006
New Zealand Diploma in Web Development & Design (Level 5) at Open Polytechnic
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Degree in Fashion Design at Escuela Argentina de Moda
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2010
Hotel Management Degree at La Suisse – School of Higher Education
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services