Academic Counselor

**JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ACADEMIC COUNSELOR**

Designation: Academic Counselor

**(FRESHERS CAN ALSO APPLY)**

Start Date: Immediately
We are looking for an organized, engaging admissions counselor

**Salary**: As per industry norms counselors will connect students with the right schools, programs, and resources to help them get the most out of the college experience. The Admission Counselor will meet with students to assess their academic standing and extracurricular activities, inform them about FTV School of Performing Arts, programs, and majors, and connect them with resources that will help students from counseling to their admissions. You will also conduct interviews, arrange for campus tours, conduct information sessions, and represent the school at college fairs or other recruiting or outreach initiatives.

To be a successful admissions counselor, you should be committed to learning more about the students you work with and how they may benefit from specific schools or programs. You should be knowledgeable, resourceful, and supportive with strong communication skills.

Admissions Counselor Responsibilities:

- Assisting students in universities, colleges, and high schools to help them prepare for, select, and get into schools.
- Highlighting the benefits of FTV SOPA specific programs & courses in order to attract students and encourage diversity on campus.
- Helping students choose courses and extracurricular activities that will help them get into their chosen careers after their education.
- Staying current with admission processes and requirements, education programs, majors, and courses, and developments in education and financial aid.
- Organizing recruiting events and representing the college at college fairs, high n schools, and other promotional opportunities.
- Arranging campus tours and conducting information sessions.
- Developing and maintaining an active alumni network to plan events, help students find opportunities in their fields.

Admissions Counselor Requirements:

- Graduation is mandatory.
- Experience in college admissions may be preferred.
- Familiarity with college and university programs, majors, admissions requirements and processes, and scholarship and financial aid resources.
- Excellent active listening, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong planning and people-reading skills.
- Ability to multitask and stay organized.
- Willingness to guide others and provide ongoing support as they make important decisions.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: ₹9,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)
- Academic counseling: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

**Speak with the employer**

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