Assistant Director of Recruitment

Drexel University's Westphal College of Media Arts & Design; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Drexel University’s Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design is seeking an Assistant Director of Recruitment to attract qualified applicants and optimize the admissions funnel.

The role involves traveling to recruit, presenting to groups, coordinating graduate recruitment, analyzing data, and developing marketing plans to raise the college's visibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in an art, design or media discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of college admissions or student recruitment experience.
• Ability to review portfolios in art, design or media disciplines.
• Ability to effectively communicate in person and in writing and speak publicly.
• High energy, attention to detail, and the ability to organize effectively.
• Valid Driver’s License with ability to travel domestically and internationally a few times a year.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Participate in recruitment and enrollment activities such as open houses, regional presentations, portfolio events, and information sessions.
• Travel on behalf of the College for recruitment and other events.
• Present to individuals and groups on the Westphal College and its programs.
• Support Graduate recruitment and enrollment strategies.
• Manage and respond to prospective student inquiries by phone, email, and web.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the recruitment and marketing plan to increase visibility.
• Develop and monitor statistical reports to improve recruitment strategies, yield management, forecasting, and efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Portfolio review

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in art/design or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for recruiting qualified undergraduate and graduate applicants for admission into the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, the Assistant Director of Recruitment plans strategically how to improve conversion rates for each aspect of the admissions funnel; records, updates, and analyzes recruiting data; contributes to marketing and yield campaigns that help to attract and yield prospective students; makes ROI assessments of recruitment marketing campaigns. As a key member of the Recruitment team, the Assistant Director coordinates and participates in on- and off-campus recruiting activities such as presentations, college fairs, office and campus interviews, conferences, and other platforms as needed. Works to enhance school brand and reputation while being the main recruiter on the road for Westphal. The Assistant Director also analyzes and develops potential markets for undergraduate, graduate, and transfer populations. Working with faculty and College leadership, the Assistant Director develops a keen understanding of the various undergraduate and graduate programs, and other educational offerings in Westphal College in order to effectively match opportunities to prospective students.

Essential Functions

• Participate in appropriate recruitment and enrollment activities including open houses, regional presentations, National Portfolio Day events, receptions, admitted student’s day events, college fairs, information sessions, conferences, and more.


• Travel on behalf of the College for recruitment and other college-related events.


• Present to individuals and groups both on and off campus to educate them about the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design and its academic programs.


• Spend a portion of time supporting Graduate recruitment and enrollment strategies.


• Manage and respond to prospective student phone e-mail and web inquiries received by Westphal College.


• Assist in the development and maintenance of the Westphal College’s recruitment and marketing plan with the purpose of promoting the College’s visibility and general recruitment efforts.


• Develop and monitor statistical reports to enhance recruitment strategies, yield management, forecasting, and operational efficiency.


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in an art, design or media discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.)


• Minimum of 1 year of college admissions or student recruitment experience.


• Ability to review portfolios in art, design or media disciplines.


• Ability to effectively communicate in person and in writing and speak publicly.


• High energy, attention to detail, and the ability to organize effectively.


• Valid Driver’s License with ability to travel domestically and internationally a few times a year.


• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with various student populations in a student enrollment, recruitment, or admissions capacity.


• Experience with production of a variety of media, particularly print publications.

Location

University City - Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt, grade J. Compensation for this grade ranges from $52,360 - $78,530 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position will vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure.

Applications close: Oct 28 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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