BIANCA DURANT
Charleston,South Carolina
Summary
Recruitment manager with expertise in building relationships with high school counselors and community organizations. Successfully expanded recruitment efforts through targeted outreach and strategic engagement. Skilled in managing extensive travel and analyzing data to refine recruitment strategies and improve student advising.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Regional Recruitment Manager
Ohio University
07.2023 - Current
- Expanded Ohio University's recruitment presence throughout Florida, resulting in increased applications and enrollment growth, particularly within Central Florida.
- Strengthened relationships with high school counselors, community-based organizations, and educational partners across assigned territories to enhance recruitment efforts.
- Secured invitations to selective, invite-only college fairs and case study programs, boosting institutional visibility and expanding market reach.
- Utilize CRM systems and data analysis to evaluate recruitment trends, student engagement, and territory performance.
- Coordinated 10-20 weeks of annual travel, managing territory schedules and recruitment initiatives with timely expense reporting.
Educational Consultant
Durant Consulting Services
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted students in college selection, academic planning, essay development, and scholarship identification.
- Crafted student applications to highlight academic achievements and extracurricular involvement.
- Guided students and families in navigating higher education pathways through tailored application and enrollment strategies.
Associate Director of Admissions
Western Atlantic School of Medicine
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Established WAUSM recruitment efforts throughout Southeast region via strategic outreach and recruitment planning.
- Conducted individual student advising sessions, virtual presentations, and admissions interviews.
- Tracked recruitment initiatives, assessed outcomes, and prepared enrollment reports using Slate and CRM systems.
- Prepared applicant summaries and recommendations for faculty admissions committees to support decision-making.
Regional Recruitment Manager
The Ohio State University
10.2018 - 08.2021
- Represented university at recruitment events, college fairs, and admissions programs across assigned territories to promote enrollment and foster community relationships.
- Established and maintained off-site recruitment office, independently planning and evaluating recruitment activities to enhance outreach effectiveness.
- Designed and implemented targeted communication strategies for prospective students and families to improve engagement and information dissemination.
Admissions Counselor II & III
Georgia State University
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Counseled prospective students and families on admissions requirements and financial aid options, facilitating informed enrollment decisions.
- Presented admissions information to high schools and organizations, engaging large student groups to increase awareness of application processes.
- Monitored student progress through CRM systems, providing targeted support to ensure completion of enrollment milestones.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications
Miami University
Oxford, OH05-2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Slate
- Salesforce
- Hobsons
- Social Media Management
- Recruitment Strategy
- Data Analysis
- Student Affairs
- Territory Management
- Retention Strategy Development
Timeline
Senior Regional Recruitment Manager
Ohio University
07.2023 - Current
Educational Consultant
Durant Consulting Services
03.2023 - 07.2023
Associate Director of Admissions
Western Atlantic School of Medicine
08.2021 - 03.2023
Regional Recruitment Manager
The Ohio State University
10.2018 - 08.2021
Admissions Counselor II & III
Georgia State University
01.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications
Miami University