Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator

Position:
Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator.

Field:
Fashion Education / Admissions & Recruitment

Position Type:
Full-Time

Location: 100% Onsite at NYSD's Manhattan Campus, New York, NY

About NYSD

NYSD is the premier hub for atelier-style fashion education, offering accelerated programs to a diverse and international student body. Recognized by NY Mag, The Washington Post, and NBC News, effectively bridges the gap between creative aspiration and professional achievement. Located in the heart of the garment district of the global fashion capital, the school provides an inspiring, applied learning environment dedicated to fostering both artistic vision and career success.

NYSD is licensed by the New York State Education Department BPSS and accredited by Middle States Accreditation - CESS.

The Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator Position

New York School of Design (NYSD) is looking for an ambitious, high-energy Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator. In this role, you will lead our student recruitment efforts and guide prospective students from their very first inquiry all the way to their first day on campus. You’ll be speaking the language of fashion every day so a formal degree or training in fashion is preferred.

Why You’ll Love Working at NYSD

• Be at the Heart of the Industry: Work in a vibrant mid-town Manhattan fashion environment.
• Direct Impact:
  Build the future of fashion by identifying, enrolling, and mentoring rising industry stars.
• Creative Freedom:
  Bring your talent for storytelling into our recruitment strategies, social media, and open-house events.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Join a close-knit, high-energy team dedicated to innovation, and student success.
• Competitive Package:
  Competitive compensation and benefits package tailored to your experience.

Key Recruitment & Admissions Responsibilities

• Actively engage, nurture, and convert leads into enrolled students using our CRM (Hub Spot).
• Conduct 1-on-1 advisement sessions and campus tours. Guide applicants through the portfolio review, application, and enrollment process with clarity and momentum.
• Plan and host open houses, high school visits, and showcase NYSD student life and elevate our brand presence.
• Create engaging content (social media, student spotlights, newsletters) that highlights campus culture and attracts top prospective talent.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and mentor to enrolled students, offering academic guidance, feedback, and encouragement throughout their studies at NYSD.
• Maintain accurate record-keeping (BPSS, VA, FAFSA) to ensure compliance.

Qualifications & Skills

• Hold a degree or formal training in Fashion (Design, Merchandising, Marketing, or a related field) and understand the drive, ambitions, and creative mindset of fashion students.
• Have direct experience in sales, recruitment, lead nurturing, or high-touch customer service and now how to build instant rapport, overcome objections, and drive results.
• Experience working with CRMs to track, follow up with, and manage leads. Hub Spot experience is highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, proactive, and meticulous about follow-through

How to Apply

Apply directly through Linked In or to hr with your resume and a brief note on why your fashion background makes you the perfect fit for NYSD.