Admissions Counselor

**JOB TITLE:** Admissions Counselor **JOB UPDATED:** July 27, 2026 **DEPARTMENT**: Admissions **REPORTS TO:** Associate Director of Admissions **FLSA CLASSIFICATION:** Full\-Time, Non\-Exempt **COMPENSATION:** $52,000 Annually / $28\.57 Hourly **SCHEDULE:** Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote during non\-travel weeks); extensive national travel with required weekend and evening hours during peak seasons (35–50 hours/week depending on travel). **POSITION OVERVIEW** Under the direction of the Associate Director of Admissions, the Admissions Counselor plays a pivotal, candidate\-facing role in driving prospective student recruitment and enrollment for the School of Visual Arts (SVA). This position serves as a primary ambassador for the College, counseling applicants, conducting creative portfolio reviews, and communicating the value of SVA's undergraduate art and design programs. Operating both in\-person and remotely during a heavy recruitment cycle (spanning 8 to 9 months), the Admissions Counselor works independently and collaboratively to travel nationally, deliver engaging presentations at high schools and colleges, and manage prospective student data in Salesforce. The ideal candidate blends administration experience with a passion for higher education, visual arts, and inclusive candidate engagement. *This role is based in New York City and requires extensive national travel during fall/winter weekends.* **DUTIES \& RESPONSIBILITIES** Recruitment, Counseling, \& Outreach * Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective students and applicants to SVA, counseling them on undergraduate programs, campus facilities, faculty, alumni achievements, and enrollment policies. * Represent SVA across the country at National Portfolio Day events, high schools, two\-year colleges, and recruitment fairs. * Establish and maintain strong working relationships with high school art teachers, instructors, department heads, and college counselors nationwide. * Assist with the development, planning, and execution of recruitment events, campus tours, Pre\-College programs, and educator workshops. * Collaborate with the Associate Director of Admissions to execute customized outreach strategies for high\-interest prospective students. Application \& Portfolio Evaluation * Conduct constructive artistic critiques and portfolio reviews for prospective students during the recruitment events and counseling sessions. * Review completed application files to evaluate eligibility for admission and scholarships. * Review transfer applications and transcripts to determine transfer credit awards, supporting the Manager of Transfer Admissions as needed. Systems \& Administration Operations * Accurately track prospective student records, communication touchpoints, and application materials in Salesforce. * Manage daily administrative workflows, including data entry, record filing, and high\-volume phone and email inquiries. * Address