Torben Breitkopf
@torbenbreitkopf
Admissions coordinator with expertise in data-driven decision making.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced Admissions Committee Coordinator with a strong background in operations and recruitment. Currently, I manage the admissions review process for six undergraduate schools at the University of Pittsburgh, evaluating over 125,000 applications. My commitment to diversity initiatives and data-driven decision-making has significantly contributed to meeting our annual recruitment targets and enhancing scholarship programs.
Previously, I served as a Consultant for the German American Chamber of Commerce, where I executed full-cycle recruitment and provided strategic guidance to German companies entering the U.S. market. My ability to analyze industry regulations and develop onboarding materials has been instrumental in supporting international clients. I thrive in dynamic environments and am passionate about optimizing processes to achieve organizational goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Admissions Committee Coordinator - Operations
University of Pittsburgh
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Managed the admissions review process for six undergraduate schools, including international and transfer applicants, ensuring alignment with institutional policies and enrollment goals. Evaluated over 125,000 applications, making data-driven admission decisions to support diversity initiatives and meet annual recruitment targets. Processed and tracked application details using university database
Consultant, Consulting & Recruiting Services
GACC Midwest- German American Chamber of Commerce Inc.
Aug 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Executed full-cycle recruitment for over 20 roles across various industries, including writing job descriptions, screening over 250 candidates, and facilitating client-candidate introductions. Managed more than 13 internship placements and onboarding for German/American individuals at GACC, including comprehensive visa compliance research (J-1, F-1, OPT) with the NYC Office. Assisted over 20 clien
Graduate Coordinator
Point Park University
Apr 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year 2 months)
Supervised a 36-member ambassador program, providing coaching and performance feedback to enhance team effectiveness. Managed a $15,000 annual budget during financial constraints, strategically reallocating funds to high-impact initiatives. Developed orientation scripts and materials for 400-500+ incoming students annually, ensuring smooth transitions and comprehensive information dissemination.
Alumni Engagement Graduate Intern
Duquesne University
Feb 2021 - Jan 2022 (11 months)
Planned over 5 senior-year events, including 100 Days til Graduation and Senior Week, with more than 300 attendees. Launched 2 new engagement initiatives, successfully boosting senior participation by 35%. Managed a database of over 1000 alumni contacts, ensuring accurate communication records and facilitating targeted outreach.
Communications, Events and Sponsorship Intern
PA Sports Hall of Fame
Nov 2019 - May 2020 (6 months)
Organized the annual Inductee Dinner, independently securing over $10,000 in sponsorships and selling more than 150 tickets prior to the pandemic shutdown. Modernized chapter branding across 5 social media platforms, introducing a content calendar to streamline communications. Developed a sponsorship package that successfully attracted 5 new corporate partners.
Senior Tutor at Michael P. Weber Learning Skills Center
Duquesne University
Jan 2017 - Aug 2019 (2 years 7 months)
Tutored over 100 students in PR, Marketing, ESL, and Psychology, improving average grades by 1.5 letter points. Managed a database of over 2,300 tutees, processing tutoring requests and compiling and analyzing semester-end reports with the Director of Learning Initiatives. Supervised 17 Out-Of-Center tutors, streamlining hiring and training processes with a 90% retention rate.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Duquesne University
B.A., Integrated Marketing Communications
Activities and societies: Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for Communication Ethics under Dr. Arnett (2019); Student Alumni Association, New Student Orientation, Alpha Delta, and Lambda Pi Eta
Earned a B.A. in Integrated Marketing Communications with minors in Multiplatform Journalism and Rhetoric. Served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for Communication Ethics under Dr. Arnett. Actively participated in the Student Alumni Association, New Student Orientation, Alpha Delta, and Lambda Pi Eta.
Duquesne University
Masters of Science, Higher Education Administration
Activities and societies: Capstone Thesis: ‘Implementation of Cross-Departmental Data Analytics and the Elimination of Data Silos within Higher Education’
Completed a Masters of Science in Higher Education Administration. Developed a capstone thesis focused on the implementation of cross-departmental data analytics and the elimination of data silos within higher education.
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