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Avg. salary range
$57k–$63k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
An event planner is a creative and organized professional who designs and coordinates all the details that make events like parties, weddings, concerts, and corporate gatherings run smoothly and successfully. Their job involves working closely with clients to understand their vision and goals, and then bringing that vision to life by selecting venues, arranging decorations, hiring caterers, and organizing entertainment. Event planners also manage the schedule and logistics of the event, making sure that everything happens on time and within budget. They need to think quickly and solve problems on the fly to ensure that guests have a great experience. An event planner's goal is to create a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
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Where you could work
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Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Communication
Are you able to write or vocalize your thoughts efficiently? Can you retain information that you hear or read?
Leadership
Do you work well in a group setting? Are you good at building relationships with others? Are you good at recognizing the skills of others?
Planning
Do you often take notes or make lists? Do you manage you time efficiently? Are you able to prioritize important tasks?
Organization
Are you able to keep clutter to a minimum? Can you keep track of lots of different information?
Education & Training
Bachelor's Degree
A bachelor's is a post-secondary undergraduate degree. Historically, the term “college degree” meant a bachelor's or traditional four-year degree. Bachelor's degrees usually take between four and six years to complete.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$38,500
Average
$56,800
High
$65,200
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts are 8 hours long, usually 5 days a week. Longer or irregular hours may be required when working in the field.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$59,267
Overall Rank
152nd
out of 199 careers
In Hospitality
7th
out of 18 careers
Salary distribution
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