Event Planner

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Work Tasks

• Make plans for group meetings, conventions, and workshops
• Find speakers and make sure the needs of the company will be met
• Try to get the best price possible for the event
• Plan details such as how many people will come, how many rooms will be needed, and when food will be served
• Work in offices or travel on a regular basis to the sites where meetings, conferences, conventions, and other events are being held
• Work for all types of business and industry, with expense reports, travel schedules, letters, emails, telephones, and computers

Salary, Size & Growth

• $43,000 average per year ($20.75 per hour)
• A medium occupation (57,000 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (1.6% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A 2-year degree
• Employers Prefer: A 4-year degree and work-related experience planning events
• Skills/Courses: Courses in meeting management
• Certification/Licensing: Certification is available after working for at least 3 years and passing a test.