Special Events Planner Salary in Philadelphia, PA

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How much does a Special Events Planner make in Philadelphia, PA? The average Special Events Planner salary in Philadelphia, PA is $119,734 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $106,700 and $133,982. 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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Restaurant Special / Private Events Planner

Solstice Restaurant - Irvine , CA

Now Hiring Restaurant Special / Private Events Planner A Special Event Planner, or SEP, is responsible for organizing corporate or private events for companies or individuals, and to make sure every ...

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Conference/Events Planner

SD Solutions LLC - Myrtle Point , OR

SD Solutions is seeking a capable and experienced Conference/Events Planner for large event planning, special event planning support and execution, to include, but not limited to, technical ...

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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, meetings, and special events, ensuring that all logistical aspects are well-organized and executed ...

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Event Planner (Funeral Services)

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services - Lafayette , CA

Familiar with special event planning and coordination * Highly organized, detail oriented, and excellent time management skills * Proficient in the use of computers, software, and technology Licenses ...

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Weddings & Events! Catering Sales Manager, Planner & Coordinator

WEDGEWOOD WEDDINGS - Golden , CO

Catering Sales Manager, Planner & Coordinator Are you a wedding fanatic? If you are, we might be a ... To achieve that goal, we hire people who care deeply about making every event special. When ...

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Turnaround Planner

PTS Advance - Anacortes , WA

... events, including development of safe and cost-effective job plans and schedules (tasks, sequences ... Order materials and other special items as required including all procedures, drawings, special ...

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What does a Special Events Planner do?

Common responsibilities of a Special Events Planner

Evaluates special events requests to determine alignment with City goals and priorities, impact to the community, and to identify potential hazards or safety threats.

November 27, 2022

Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

January 07, 2023

Attends events and monitors permit compliance.

February 25, 2023

Participates in meetings and collaborates with advisory groups.

March 14, 2023

Leads initiatives for operational improvements.

March 14, 2023

Reviews and recommends improvements and changes to policies, procedures and processes.

March 20, 2023

Active membership in a related professional organization such as association with the Society of Government Meeting Professionals, International Society of Meeting Planners, or similar professional organization.

March 27, 2023

Determines accuracy and relevance of information.

May 13, 2023

Serves in the Emergency Operations Center during critical incidents and planned events.

May 15, 2023

Negotiates terms and conditions.

May 18, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Special Events Planner in Philadelphia, PA

Average Base Salary

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106700

133982

119734

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

113634

147242

129062

What is the average salary for Special Events Planner in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Special Events Planner in Philadelphia, PA. The base salary for Special Events Planner ranges from $106,700 to $133,982 with the average base salary of $119,734. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $113,634 to $147,242 with the average total cash compensation of $129,062.

View Average Salary for Special Events Planner as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$119,734	$106,700 - $133,982
Bonus	$9,328	$6,934 - $13,260
Total Pay	$129,062	$113,634 - $147,242

* 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.

Special Events Planner Salary Near Philadelphia, PA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Camden, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $107,225 - $134,642	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE West Chester, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $105,892 - $132,967	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Doylestown, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $109,871 - $137,963	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Trenton, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $110,208 - $138,387	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE Wilmington, DE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,094 - $133,221	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA
CITY, STATE New Castle, DE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $106,094 - $133,221	COMPARE TO Philadelphia, PA

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About Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, sometimes known colloquially as Philly, is the largest city in the U.S. state and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the sixth-most populous U.S. city, with a 2017 census-estimated population of 1,580,863. Since 1854, the city has been coterminous with Philadelphia County, the most populous county in Pennsylvania and the urban core of the eighth-largest U.S. metropolitan statistical area, with over 6 million residents as of 2017[update]. Philadelphia is also the economic and cultural anchor of the greater Delaware Valley, located along the lower Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers, wit...

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