Event Officer - Student Recruitment and School Outreach

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) is the leading specialist educator for game development, 3D animation and VFX. Established in 1996 as a non-profit organization to grow the creative digital sector, AIE pioneered specialist education in these fields throughout our campuses in the United States and Australia.

AIE is looking for an enthusiastic Event Officer - Student Recruitment and School Outreach to actively promote AIE’s courses to prospective students through schools visits, college fairs and other outreach events. This is the first point of contact and as such the candidate plays a critical role in communicating the strengths and benefits of studying at the AIE. The selected candidate must demonstrate:

• Excellent public speaking skills, with a demonstrable friendly and positive attitude.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Proven ability to convey complex information, ideas and concepts to a variety of different audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working with school communities, relevant industry and associations with the ability to build rapport and client focused relationships.
• A sound knowledge of secondary and tertiary education systems.
• Event management skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate in a team environment, contributing positively to the operations and working relationships.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Demonstrated positive work ethic and the willingness to learn new systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
• Hold the right to work in the United States.
• Interest in games and animation is an advantage.

This position offers at an award-winning educational institution. Furthermore, the position offers strong professional development and growth with a competitive salary package.

Please note:

• Salary is negotiable depending on experience.
• 2x Full time (contract based for six months) positions are available.
• The applicant must hold a current driver’s license.

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To apply for this position, please provide a resume and cover letter.

To find out more, get in touch with Neil Boyd, Director of Marketing neilb@aie.edu.au

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person