Reimagining a Century-Old Brand for the Future of Technical Talent.

Dunwoody College of Technology has shaped hands-on learners for more than a century. As demand for skilled technologists soared — and students questioned a traditional four-year degree’s value — Dunwoody saw an opportunity to redefine technical education in the market, elevate its competitive edge, and connect with students seeking a faster, more direct path to meaningful careers.

With a legacy of exceptional instruction and industry-leading graduate outcomes, Dunwoody had long been an innovator in technical learning. The challenge was positioning Dunwoody against more affordable but less future-focused two-year technical community colleges. We rebranded Dunwoody to better reflect its tangible benefits: bold academic intensity, advanced programs, and career readiness.

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CAMPAIGN METRICS

LIFTING ENROLLMENT

20% GROWTH IN YEAR-OVER-YEAR ENROLLMENT

20% GROWTH IN YEAR-OVER-YEAR ENROLLMENT

SIGNIFICANT INTEREST IN NEW OFFERINGS

SIGNIFICANT INTEREST IN NEW OFFERINGS

MEASURABLE LIFT IN QUALIFIED PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

MEASURABLE LIFT IN QUALIFIED PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

Our strategy wasn’t to invent a new Dunwoody — it was to reveal the true student experience at Dunwoody. By grounding the brand in truth and amplifying how that experience is different, Dunwoody claimed the space it already deserved.

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A BRAND BUILT ON RIGOR, AMBITION, AND PROVEN OUTCOMES.

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We began by listening, using qualitative research with prospective students, current students, parents, counselors, admissions teams, and administrators. One insight emerged quickly: decision-making extended beyond the student, shaped significantly by the influencers around them. Our creative and messaging approach spoke to our prospects’ aspirations and turned concerns (not getting the right skills) into a superpower (put your talent to work). Our media approach centered on reaching students online and on the go with targeted digital campaigns, storytelling, out-of-home, and tailored engagement. The goal was to showcase Dunwoody as offering prospects something beyond an education: an empowering pathway for turning their talents into high-demand, high-paying careers in fields they love.

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