ellen bruxvoort
she/her
Austin, TX
hello@fibrous.co
(512) 298-2207
www.fibrous.coMultidisciplinary creative professional with a unique blend of artistic vision and business acumen. With over a decade of experience as a small business owner, artist, and everything in between, I thrive at the intersection of creativity and operations — where imaginative solutions meet detailed execution.
tech integration
Operations
Google Workspace
Airtable
Financial
QuickBooks
Gusto
Productivity & AI
Trello
Slack
Zapier
Apps Script
Claude
Gemini
Creative
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
SketchUp
Blender
Canva
Procreate
Marketing
Squarespace
Instagram
Edits
LinkedIn
Google Analytics
Social media management
certifications
SMALL Business Skills Certificate
City of Austin
Economic Development Department
2019
experience
owner &
creative director
Fibrous, LLC
2017 - Present
Austin, TX
Leading a successful creative business specializing in large-scale fiber installations for commercial and hospitality spaces. My role encompasses everything from initial client consultation to final installation, requiring both creative vision and operational excellence.
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Managing all aspects of business operations including legal compliance, overseeing inventory, e-commerce fulfillment, vendor relationships, and quality control.
Maintaining healthy financial reports by reconciling accounts, streamlining estimates, facilitating contracts, and processing timely invoice payments.
Routinely auditing business systems for innovative improvements and automation potential.
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Advanced technical and creative skills through collaborative projects with external organizations, resulting in impactful installations for Fortune 500 clients and beyond.
Retail line curation and product development that extends brand aesthetic while creating additional revenue streams
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Developing comprehensive marketing strategies including digital campaigns, press collaborations, content creation, and brand positioning.
Managing brand voice through web design, copywriting, product photography, and retail packaging.
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Serving as primary contact for client acquisition, project management, calendar management, customer satisfaction, and relationship development with a diverse client base.
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Successfully completed installations for renowned brands like Google, Deloitte, McKinsey & Company, Marriott, Hyatt Regency, American Eagle, and Madewell
Built a sustainable business model and expanded operations serving diverse commercial, hospitality, and residential clients across multiple states
co-founder & Operations manager
Broad studios, LLC
2018 - 2021
Austin, TX
Woman-led creative collective focused on community engagement through education, events, and collaboration. As co-founder, I was a core member of the operational foundation that enabled our creative vision to flourish.
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Collaborated with fellow co-founders to launch and establish the collective.
Established accounting systems, filed annual reports, managed project budgets, secured partner sponsorships, and maintained fiscal responsibility.
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Coordinated project and event planning by organizing and delegating tasks, tracking progress, and leveraging individual team members' strengths and expertise to ensure timely and successful completion of initiatives.
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Supported co-founders in email correspondence, social media management, community outreach, vendor contracts, brand partnerships, e-commerce & website maintenance, marketing campaigns, and day-to-day operations.
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Organized weekly team meetings to discuss business opportunities, financial positioning, and operational needs.
Documented action items, tracked project progress, and maintained collaborative team culture.
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Built a collective social media presence to over 90k followers and garnered press coverage from multiple local outlets, establishing Broad Studios as a recognized platform in Austin's creative economy
Co-produced 60+ workshops and 25+ markets showcasing over 150 woman and non-binary owned businesses, with events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions of 2,000+ attendees
Secured comprehensive sponsorships from local businesses including beverage, catering, furniture staging, and entertainment partners
Developed an ongoing partnership with Madewell for integrated market series, panels, and retail collaborations at their Austin South Congress location
hospitality &
customer service
daydreamer coffee
thunderbird coffee
dolce vita café
trudy’s
blue baker
los cucos
2008 - 2022
Austin, TX
College Station, TX
14+ years in hospitality and service roles demonstrating exceptional customer service, collaborative teamwork, efficient multitasking, and maintaining professional composure in fast-paced environments while supporting positive customer experiences.
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Shift manager | Trainer | Barista | Server | Bartender | Line Cook | Hostess | Busser | Food Runner | Catering
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Highly proficient in managing shift operations, delivering exceptional customer service, daily reconciliation of cash drawers and safe deposits, tracking and restocking inventory, staff training, and proactive problem solving.
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Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Certification
Texas Food Handler Certification
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Leadership: Shift management, staff training, and team collaboration
Operations: Inventory management, financial reconciliation, and process optimization
Customer Relations: Delivering exceptional service while managing multiple priorities
Problem-Solving: Quick thinking and adaptability in high-pressure situations
creative work
This collection showcases site-specific fiber installations I've created for spaces across the country — from Fortune 500 headquarters to boutique hotels, restaurants, and retail environments.
Each piece is thoughtfully designed to complement its surroundings while creating meaningful experiences for the people who interact with these spaces daily.
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Mountain Valley
Fiber Wall Sculptures
Google HQ
2021
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Stamford
Fiber Wall Sculptures
Charter Communications HQ
2021
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Fort Lauderdale
Outdoor Bar Rope Feature
Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club
2024
Pompano Beach
Fiber Wall Sculptures
Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa
2024
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Boston
Knot Rope Walls
Silicon Labs
2025Bar Fringe + Rope Accent Wall
La Padrona, Raffles Hotel
2024
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Austin
Corporate Gifting Knot Keychains
YETI
2026Floor to ceiling Rope Curtain
Mueller Diamond
2026Sculptural Fiber Art
PayPal
2026Live Weaving Activation
Power Leadership Conference
2025Layered Fringe Entry Curtain
Revenge Bar
2025Knotted Security Desk
816 Congress
2024Fiber Wall Sculptures
811 Barton
2024Denim Fringe Art Wall
American Eagle
2024Framed Woven Quadriptych
Private Residence
2023Hand-Dyed Rope Partition
McKinsey & Company
2022Woven Wall Hanging
Abound & Flourish
2021Rope Screen Partition
Private Residence
2020Woven Rope Screen Partition
IA Architects
2019Knotted Rope Screen Partitions
H-E-B & Favor Eastside Tech Hub
2019Woven Wall Hanging
Madewell Commons
2018
Cedar Creek
Knotted Rope Screen
Hyatt Regency Lost Pines
2023
Fredericksburg
Woven Rope Wall + Knot Pulls
Oro Bianco
2024
Houston
Rope Ceiling Treatment & Booth Partitions
Haii Keii
2024Leather Strap Room Divider
Cyclone Anaya’s
2024Outdoor Patio Hanging Rope Feature
Loro Heights
2022
Plano
Jute Fringe Wall
Uchiko
2024Woven Rope Screen Wall Treatments
Splunk Inc.
2020
higher education
Business Skills Certificate
Center for Professional Education
2017-2019
university of texas at austinCommunication Studies
Advertising
2012-2013
university of texas at austinaustin community collegeUT Austin Transfer Program
Marketing + Advertising
2011-2013
blinn community collegeDual Credit Program
A&M Consolidated
2009-2010
featured press
panels + podcasts
MHOA Makers PanelMichael Hsu Office of Architecture
Austin, TX
Aug 2026
Knit Collage PodcastHosted by Amy Small
Episode 98
Jul 2019
AIGA Small Talks PanelBroad Studios
Austin, TX
Oct 2018
The Knit Show with Vickie HoweLlThe Color Episode
Austin, TX
Oct 2017
The Fiber Artist PodcastHosted by Cindy Bokser
Episode 3
Oct 2018
Madewell Makers PanelMadewell Commons
Austin, TX
Aug 2018
