Events Planner Salary in Newark, New Jersey

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How much does an Events Planner make in Newark, NJ? The average Events Planner salary in Newark, NJ is $73,712 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $66,663 and $81,177. Salary ranges 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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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Events Planner Salary	$60,246	Newark,NJ	March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Events Planner Salary	$66,663	Newark,NJ	March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Events Planner Salary	$73,712	Newark,NJ	March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Events Planner Salary	$81,177	Newark,NJ	March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Events Planner Salary	$87,974	Newark,NJ	March 01, 2025

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Assistant Event Planner

828 Venue Management Company - Seattle , WA

This position is fast-paced and provides tremendous opportunity for learning and development within the events industry. The Assistant Planner will be an integral part of an ambitious team balanced ...

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

Meetings & Events Planner

CEDIA - Fishers , IN

Meetings & Events Planner Department: Operations Reports to: Director of Meetings & Events FLSA Status: Exempt Location: Remote - Must be located in the Indianapolis Area ABOUT CEDIA CEDIA® is the ...

LinkedIn - 33 days ago

Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center - Portland , OR

Whether a small boardroom gathering or events up to 1,200 guests, you'll be able to build your experience in a gorgeous environment you'll be proud to call home. The Event Planning Manager is ...

LinkedIn - 19 days ago

Philanthropy and Community Affairs Officer

Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas - El Paso , TX

... events, planned giving, and community building. Key responsibilities include: (1) fundraising and relationship-building activities with individual donors and foundations to reach specific fundraising ...

ZipRecruiter - 10 days ago

Event Coordinator

Events & Adventures - Denver , CO

Demonstrated experience in planning and executing a wide range of events. * Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate members ...

LinkedIn - 6 days ago

Entry Level Event and Administrative Assistant

MPD Events - Los Angeles , CA

... events, a customer-service mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities * Event Coordination: Assist with event planning and logistics, including ...

LinkedIn - 1 day ago

What does an Events Planner do?

Events Planner

Communicate staff responsibilities in Event Resume.

March 14, 2023

Events Planner in Houston, TX

Follows up with budget approvers to ensure payments are accounted for on the appropriate budget year.

March 11, 2023

Develops and implements new ideas and best practices for events to meet department goals/hospital goals.

March 19, 2023

Events Planner

Lead cross functional teams (internal/external) to ensure successful execution of all aspects of events.

June 12, 2022

Manage all aspects of the event planning process, including collaboration with subcontractors, menu development, printing and designing of materials within budget and time limits.

November 22, 2022

Schedule and conduct walk-through with the client to arrange and confirm details pertaining to every element of the event.

December 09, 2022

Create organized and detailed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to be passed along to other departments to ensure smooth execution the day of the event.

January 05, 2023

Select venues/vendors, negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships with 3rd party companies, venue management, guest speakers, freelance support, etc.

March 09, 2023

Plan, execute, source, and provide on-site and off-site support when necessary for department holiday parties.

May 20, 2023

Meet with event stakeholders to gain an understanding of the event's purposes and goals.

May 21, 2023

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About Newark, New Jersey

Newark (/ˈnjuːərk/,[24] locally /njʊərk/)[25] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County.[26] As one of the nation's major air, shipping, and rail hubs, the city had a population of 285,154 in 2017, making it the nation's 70th-most populous municipality, after being ranked 63rd in the nation in 2000. Settled in 1666 by Puritans from New Haven Colony, Newark is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Its location at the mouth of the Passaic River (where it flows into Newark Bay) has made the city's waterfront an integral part of the Port of New...

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66663

81177

73712

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

68771

84986

76251

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Events Planner in Newark, NJ. The base salary for Events Planner ranges from $66,663 to $81,177 with the average base salary of $73,712. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,771 to $84,986 with the average total cash compensation of $76,251.

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About Newark, New Jersey Newark (/ˈnjuːərk/,[24] locally /njʊərk/)[25] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County.[26] As one of th....More

Newark, New Jersey area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Events Planner: Planning

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