Event Planner Salary in Buffalo, NY

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How much does an Event Planner make in Buffalo, NY? The average Event Planner salary in Buffalo, NY is $61,386 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $55,283 and $68,091. 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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Event Planner

Thornton Township - South Holland , IL

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Event Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of events, from initial concept to execution ...

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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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Event Planner

SWMG, LLC - Fort Worth , TX

SWMG Event Planning Specialist Job Details * Dress Code: Business professional (Dress to Impress) * Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 m to 10:00 pm and Fridays 11:00am to 5:00pm, 2-3 weekends ...

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Restaurant Special / Private Events Planner

Solstice Restaurant - Irvine , CA

Now Hiring Restaurant Special / Private Events Planner A Special Event Planner, or SEP, is ... Event management skills * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Excellent organizational ...

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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

Demonstrates professional, courteous demeanor, positive attitude, strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate in a constructive manner with others in a dynamic working environment.

May 17, 2023

Works directly with the Sales Training Department to ensure that all details of their trainings/meetings are arranged and space reserved appropriately.

May 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Event Planner in Buffalo, NY

Average Base Salary

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55283

68091

61386

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

57483

71505

63764

What is the average salary for Event Planner in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Event Planner in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for Event Planner ranges from $55,283 to $68,091 with the average base salary of $61,386. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,483 to $71,505 with the average total cash compensation of $63,764.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$61,386	$55,283 - $68,091
Bonus	$2,378	$2,200 - $3,414
Total Pay	$63,764	$57,483 - $71,505

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Event Planner Salary Near Buffalo, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,415 - $68,254	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,867 - $66,347	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,067 - $69,057	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,067 - $69,057	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Erie, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,536 - $64,708	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,565 - $69,670	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY

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About Buffalo, New York

Buffalo is the second largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. As of July 2016[update], the population was 256,902. The city is the county seat of Erie County and a major gateway for commerce and travel across the Canada–United States border, forming part of the bi-national Buffalo Niagara Region. The Buffalo area was inhabited before the 17th century by the Native American Iroquois tribe and later by French settlers. The city grew significantly in the 19th and 20th centuries as a result of immigration, the construction of the Erie Canal and rail tra...

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