Paige Visagie

• Implemented individualized coaching strategies tailored to each students specific needs and goals.
• Organized workshops focused on essential job-seeking skills such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, and networking strategies.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in career advising, ensuring students & administrators received cutting-edge guidance and support.

• Trained and led all Audio Visual / Technology Support needs including live streaming & visual aids, recording content, lighting, and sound production.
• Assisted with planning, production and execution of special events such as concerts, plays, weddings, memorials, etc.
• Coordinated third-party consultants for maintaining and improving equipment.

• Managed a one-year pilot program that developed an alternative to the companies traditional residential student program structure.
• Designed and led curriculum focused on academic success, social/emotional development, and college preparatory skills.
• Conducted thorough needs assessments to identify gaps in services or areas requiring expansion, as well as reporting program results to partnering schools

• Promoted from centralized Admissions to onsite Student Services
• Managed school's accreditation, federal compliance and document audits, financial aid, student graduation progression, career placement, re-enrollment, withdrawals, and disciplinary actions for 300+ active students
• Direct monthly new student orientations, company training, and leadership meetings in collaboration with Education and Guest Services managers.
• Maintain time-tracking/grading software, export daily metric reports

• Supervised Admissions Department comprised of Virtual Representatives, Call Center Operations, and Financial Aid Coordinators for 10 cosmetology/esthetic school locations.
• Analyzed enrollment, marketing, and lead generation data to improve procedures and adapt virtual admission capabilities.
• Recruited and trained Admissions staff; provided constructive feedback on performance, professional development pathways and cross-department training.

Americorps Term of Service - Placement: University of Cincinnati, College of Arts & Sciences Advising and Retention

• Managed caseload (120 low-income/first generation college students) efficiently while maintaining thorough documentation of all student interactions and outcomes.
• Increased student retention rates through consistent communication, academic counseling, and resource referrals.
• Designed resources tailored to diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities.