Hi, I'm Elyse Hawkins, a creative professional with a passion for fiber arts, digital art, and environmental sustainability. I've earned a B.F.A. from the University of Colorado Boulder, complemented by minors in Atmospheric Science and Business Analytics. I love combining my artistic skills with my knowledge of science and business to create unique, meaningful work. Outside of academics, I've developed my expertise by running my own Etsy store and working at Do Ewe Knit, where I teach and assist customers while managing social media marketing. My enthusiasm for community and creativity shines through in my leadership of the Crochet and Conversation Club, where I organize events and foster a welcoming space for new members.

Elyse Hawkins

Hi, I'm Elyse Hawkins, a creative professional with a passion for fiber arts, digital art, and environmental sustainability. I've earned a B.F.A. from the University of Colorado Boulder, complemented by minors in Atmospheric Science and Business Analytics. I love combining my artistic skills with my knowledge of science and business to create unique, meaningful work. Outside of academics, I've developed my expertise by running my own Etsy store and working at Do Ewe Knit, where I teach and assist customers while managing social media marketing. My enthusiasm for community and creativity shines through in my leadership of the Crochet and Conversation Club, where I organize events and foster a welcoming space for new members.

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Hi, I’m Elyse Hawkins, a creative professional with a passion for fiber arts, digital art, and environmental sustainability. I’ve earned a B.F.A. from the University of Colorado Boulder, complemented by minors in Atmospheric Science and Business Analytics. I love combining my artistic skills with my knowledge of science and business to create unique, meaningful work.

Outside of academics, I’ve developed my expertise by running my own Etsy store and working at Do Ewe Knit, where I teach and assist customers while managing social media marketing. My enthusiasm for community and creativity shines through in my leadership of the Crochet and Conversation Club, where I organize events and foster a welcoming space for new members.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Instructor and Sales Team Member at Do Ewe Knit
July 1, 2024 - June 5, 2024
Instructed knitting, crochet and project-based classes; designed syllabus, lesson plan, and materials list for all knitting and crochet lessons taught. Aided customers in product selection selling $2k+ worth of product, organized store layout and product presentation to maximize sales. Filmed Livestream videos and took pictures to market products for the store’s 40k Instagram followers.
Etsy Store Owner at Elysium Design CO
June 1, 2019 - June 5, 2024
Created handmade products such as original artwork, jewelry, and accessories using recycled materials. Advertised products using social media campaigns on Instagram for 7k followers. Collaborated with influencers (83k+ followers) and other small businesses through Instagram in order to increase product visibility. Vended in 12 different in-person art markets with $4k+ total sales.
Studio Monitor, Printmaking Studio at Art Department, University of Colorado Boulder
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Monitored students as they worked (around 10 students per session). Aided students who struggled with assignments in both technical printmaking skills and visual design aspects. Ensured safety procedures and processes were followed including with large print presses, pressure washer, and dark room. Conducted demonstrations during class for 15-20 students in screen printing.
Research Intern at Department of Atmospheric Sciences, University of Colorado Boulder
September 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020
Conducted research using Jupyter notebooks and sorted yearly weather data pertaining to severe thunderstorm wind gusts in various states. Created graphs to organize data, analyzed data using T-tests comparing geography, seasons, and years to find trends. Assisted Professor Andrew Winters to conduct research on severe thunderstorm wind gusts.

Education

B.F.A. at University of Colorado Boulder
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Dan Spivak Scholarship Fund Recipient
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Chancellor’s Achievement Scholarship
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2023
King Awards Honorable Mention
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Industry Experience

Retail, Education, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services