Outreach Advisor

AMDA•Los Angeles, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

AMDA College of the Performing Arts is seeking a full-time Outreach Advisor based in Los Angeles, California. The role is an integral part of the Outreach Department and, under the guidance of the Director of Outreach, conducts and schedules promotional outreach initiatives to support marketing, lead generation, and business development. Activities include college fairs, festivals, competitions, auditions, school visits, and other regional initiatives. The Advisor interacts with prospective students and their families, educators, and other educational personnel in person and by phone, while anticipating project needs, setting priorities, managing multiple responsibilities, and meeting deadlines. The position involves substantial travel, primarily throughout a designated region and potentially nationally and internationally. The schedule is generally 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., but may change based on department needs and includes evenings, weekends, and extended hours for events. The role requires a valid driver's license if driving is an essential function and possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid passport. Employment is contingent on background and reference checks following a conditional offer. AMDA is committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity and encourages applications from candidates experienced in working with students from diverse backgrounds. AMDA provides equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment on protected grounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Excellent sales, presentation, and networking skills, including the ability to speak effectively to large audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Zoom.
Strong copywriting skills.
Understanding of higher education marketing practices, including effective social media practices.
Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-up skills.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, work independently and collaboratively, and perform effectively under pressure.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
Valid driver’s license required if driving is an essential function of the position.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid passport and be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Ability to travel extensively by automobile, air, and other transportation; stand and walk for extended periods at events; and transport or handle outreach materials and equipment.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Talisma and Citrix.
Additional language proficiency.
Prior business travel experience, including travel booking and expense reconciliation.
Previous higher education admissions or outreach experience and/or outside sales experience in a related field.
Promotional marketing or trade show experience.
Experience in the performing arts and professional experience in a performing arts field.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and attend outreach and recruiting events, including festivals, school visits, career days, college fairs, conferences, competitions, and private AMDA events.
Staff and conduct regional auditions and compile audition paperwork and statistics.
Work with the Director of Outreach on reporting and data analysis, and report progress to the Director daily.
Build relationships and serve as a liaison with prospective high schools, guidance counselors, drama teachers, students, and other educational personnel nationally and internationally.
Contribute copywriting to external messaging and branding, including outreach communication plans for educators and potential applicants.
Meet with school personnel to deliver marketing materials and presentations.
Work with AMDA faculty to conduct domestic and international auditions.
Develop and execute strategic outreach initiatives domestically and internationally.
Work with teachers and guidance counselors to arrange group campus visits.
Meet regularly with the Admissions team to review the admissions process.
Assist with external communications to educators and organize and strategize Outreach initiatives.
Deliver presentations at outreach events and auditions.
Research events, determine which to attend, and complete registration.
Travel extensively as required, primarily within the designated region and potentially nationally and internationally.
Contact top performers from recent auditions, provide information about AMDA, and answer prospective students’ questions.
Maintain current knowledge of AMDA programs, enrollment processes, and scholarship programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.