Hourly Wage for Event Planner Salary in the United States

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How much does an Event Planner make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Event Planner in the United States is $30 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $27 and $34. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Event Planner / Personal Assistant at Fast Lane Drive

Fast Lane Drive - San Diego , CA

Fast Lane Drive is seeking a dynamic and versatile individual to join our team as an Event Planner / Personal Assistant. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about creating ...

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Part Time Event Planner

US Swim School Association - Corporate - Cave Creek , AZ

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as a Part-Time Event Planner at 30 hours per week. This role is crucial in supporting our growing association and ...

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Events Planner & Coordinator

AbleLight - Denver , CO

Events Planner & Coordinator This is a 12-month contract assignment in Colorado, $28-$30 billable ... This role will be a 12-month contract, with potential extension available depending on event ...

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Conference/Events Planner

SD Solutions LLC - Myrtle Point , OR

Conference/Events Planner. This position is contingent upon contract award. Employment Type ... Experience with event strategy and ability to design and evaluate impactful experiences

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Senior Event Planner

AbbVie - Irvine , CA

The Senior Event Planner is responsible for working closely with specified clients to develop a comprehensive meetings and events calendar that aligns with the overall business strategy and ...

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Conference and Events Planner

Clarke University - Dubuque , IA

The Conference and Events Planner will play a vital role in planning and execution of conferences ... Event set-up must be done accurately according to the specifications included on the Event Sheet ...

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What does an Event Planner do?

Common responsibilities of an Event Planner

Prepare reports for donors that document the impact of their event support.

October 15, 2022

Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants and resolution of any problems that arise.

November 04, 2022

Build, maintain and manage internal and external business relationships to provide a team approach to the successful planning and implementation of all programs.

December 04, 2022

Develop events following D&H initiative objectives, projected budgets, finding cost-cutting opportunities and additional revenue generating opportunities to increase projected profits.

February 17, 2023

Provide management oversight and direction for onsite and offsite vendors who provide support for meeting planning.

March 08, 2023

Assists the General Manager in analyzing and creating quarterly Operational Review reports including PowerPoint slides and compiling data from the space management system.

April 16, 2023

Manage and oversee events on the day of, including problem-solving, welcoming guests, directing event set-up, communicating with staff, and organizing vendors, and managing take-down.

May 03, 2023

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Event Planner in the United States. The average hourly rate for Event Planner ranges from $27 to $34 with the average hourly pay of $30. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $28 to $35 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $32.

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