Assistant Director of Admissions

About Us

VCAD (Visual College of Art and Design) is an innovative college for creative applied arts and design education. We have nurtured artists and imaginative minds to pursue their creative passions. Our diploma programs span fashion, graphic and web design, interior design, and animation. At VCAD, we stand out as an employer with a commitment to fostering a supportive and inspiring workplace. Established in 2009, we currently have a presence in British Columbia and Alberta, offering programs in fashion, graphic and web design, interior design, and animation, catering to a broad spectrum of creative fields.

Your Role in a Snapshot:
Be the Gateway to Education Excellence – Apply Now! 

Are you passionate about shaping the educational journey of future students? Join our dynamic admissions team and play a pivotal role in facilitating seamless enrollment experiences. Engage with prospective students, provide personalized guidance, and nurture an inclusive environment. If you're passionate about education, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our institution!

Location: 1035 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3E9
Compensation: $45,000 - $55,000/year + 2% uncapped commission
Job Type: Permanent, Fulltime, Onsite
Work Hours: Monday to Friday with flexibility on evenings and weekends
Expected Start Date: Jan 6th, 2025 

Your Day to Day: In this role, you'll lead enrollment growth initiatives, engaging with prospective students to promote our diverse program offerings. Within the ADOA's purview are: 

• Assist the Designated Admission Head and admissions team in developing and implementing strategies to attract and enroll a diverse pool of prospective students.
• Build relationships with prospective students, conducting informational sessions on admissions requirements, academic programs, and campus resources.
• Plan and execute recruitment events such as college fairs, open houses, and information sessions to engage potential students.
• Review and evaluate applications, transcripts, and supporting documents to determine eligibility and make admission decisions.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a seamless transition from admission to enrollment for accepted students.
• Achieve sales targets and KPIs through effective communication, follow-up, and closing strategies, maintaining accurate records of applicant data and admission decisions.

What You Bring to the Table:

• A minimum of 2 years of solid sales performance history or record
• Professional sales training  Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Previous experience in education sales or private college admissions or B2C sales or telemarketing.
• Possesses superb verbal communication skills with a confident phone presence, able to make a high volume of reach outs (80-150 per day) while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates strong resilience in managing rejections and objections, turning them into opportunities.

Bonus Points For:

• Exhibits excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for tracking and following up on prospective student interactions.
• Passionate about higher education with a genuine desire to help students succeed, demonstrating strong persuasive skills to convey our institution's value.
• Familiarity with CRM systems or other call management software is a plus.
• Capable of working independently, meeting set targets and goals, and adapting to changing schedules and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Don’t hold back!—apply today, even if you do not tick every skills list. We cherish diverse skill sets, knowing your unique experiences and perspectives enrich our dynamic team