{"id":566,"date":"2024-04-10T17:10:07","date_gmt":"2024-04-10T17:10:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/?p=566"},"modified":"2024-04-10T17:10:07","modified_gmt":"2024-04-10T17:10:07","slug":"event-planner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Being an Event Planner"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662db5b9e92f9\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662db5b9e92f9\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#What_Is_an_Event_Planner\" title=\"What Is an Event Planner? &nbsp;\">What Is an Event Planner? &nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8BHow_to_Become_an_Event_Planner\" title=\"\u200bHow to Become an Event Planner &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;\">\u200bHow to Become an Event Planner &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8B1_Education\" title=\"\u200b1 Education\">\u200b1 Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8B2_Experience\" title=\"\u200b2 Experience\">\u200b2 Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8B3_Certification\" title=\"\u200b3 Certification\">\u200b3 Certification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8B4_Portfolio\" title=\"\u200b4 Portfolio\">\u200b4 Portfolio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8B5_Requirements\" title=\"\u200b5 Requirements\">\u200b5 Requirements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8BPros_and_Cons_of_Being_an_Event_Planner\" title=\"\u200bPros and Cons of Being an Event Planner\">\u200bPros and Cons of Being an Event Planner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8B_Conclusion\" title=\"\u200b\u200b &nbsp; &nbsp;Conclusion\">\u200b\u200b &nbsp; &nbsp;Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>While event planning is usually thought of as party planning, those interested in this professional should know it is not the same. Event planning involves much more than planning parties for individuals. Those that plan parties or weddings are not thought of as event planners in the same sense. They are more fun-based, instead of business-based, and provide individuals with the planning of their private events, not corporate ones. There are steps that need to be taken to find out if this is the right profession for you. There are many things that no one tells you about this profession that can help you decide.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being an event planner is an exciting, fast-paced, and rewarding career. Those that do this as a profession find it is one of the best careers they could have asked for. Those that are interested in becoming one want to know how. There are specific steps that need to be taken to find out if being an event planner is right for you. While it might seem like an exciting career path to choose, it can also be a demanding one. Learn more about the profession and make an informed decision on whether this is the right job for you.Quick Navigation<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-7\">What Is an Event Planner? &nbsp;<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-1\">\u200bHow to Become an Event Planner &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-2\">Education<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-8\">Experience<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-3\">Certification<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-9\">Portfolio<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-5\">Requirements<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-4\">\u200bPros and Cons of Being an Event Planner<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/event-planner\/#tab-con-10\">\u200b\u200b &nbsp; &nbsp;Conclusion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-7\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_an_Event_Planner\"><\/span><strong>What Is an Event Planner? &nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"weekly planner\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/business-3054946_1280.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/business-3054946_1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/business-3054946_1280-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/business-3054946_1280-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/business-3054946_1280-1024x768.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/person-holding-white-stylus-768472\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bAn event planner is a professional that coordinates all business and corporate events. They can also plan out meetings and other specifics so that the company can meet with other business professionals within a comfortable atmosphere. Depending on where the planner works, they may have to plan out fundraising and charity events, or other marketing-like events that involve the public or other companies and corporations. The planner is the one that sends the invites, secures the location, plans the schedule of events for the event, decorates, arranges transportation, provides snacks and\/or drinks, and plans the entire event down to the last detail so it can run as smoothly as possible. These professionals are invaluable to the company they work for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8BHow_to_Become_an_Event_Planner\"><\/span>\u200bHow to Become an Event Planner &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are certain steps that a person can take to become an event planner. There are also specific requirements that need to be met in order for an individual to be considered, by companies, as an event planner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8B1_Education\"><\/span><strong>\u200b1<\/strong> Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"kids studying\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/book-1822474_1280.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/book-1822474_1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/book-1822474_1280-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/book-1822474_1280-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/book-1822474_1280-1024x704.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/book-asia-children-boys-education-1822474\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThose interested in this profession should consider obtaining a Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in one of the following fields: business, marketing, communications, public relations, or hospitality management. While this is not a necessity, some companies require that their applicants possess one. Those that do not have a Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in one of these, or at all, may need to show extensive experience in the field before they&#8217;re considered for the position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8B2_Experience\"><\/span><strong>\u200b2<\/strong> Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"kids fishing\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/bonding-1868513_1280.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/bonding-1868513_1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/bonding-1868513_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/bonding-1868513_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/bonding-1868513_1280-1024x683.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/bonding-boy-children-enjoyment-1868513\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bExperience is welcome by many companies. Those that are considering this career path should consider helping out an event planner once they have gotten their education, or doing an internship to get the necessary experience. This provides them with something concrete to show when applying to become an event planner with a company. Any sort of experience can help the professional get their foot in the door of the place they truly would like to work as an event planner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8B3_Certification\"><\/span><strong>\u200b3<\/strong> Certification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\u200bCertification\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/certificate-31872_1280.png\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/certificate-31872_1280.png 1280w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/certificate-31872_1280-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/certificate-31872_1280-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/certificate-31872_1280-1024x682.png 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/vectors\/certificate-certification-credential-31872\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThere is a personal certification that can be obtained by those that are interested in furthering their career as an event planner. These are voluntary, but they show that you are committed to providing the best services possible to the company. There are two different certifications that an individual can get:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u200bCMP (Certified Meeting Professional) &#8211; You need three years of experience and proof of continuing education with this certification.<\/li><li>\u200bCGMP (Certified Government Meeting Professional) &#8211; Those taking this exam must have a membership with the Society of Government Meeting Professionals and take a 3-day course, and a test.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8B4_Portfolio\"><\/span><strong>\u200b4<\/strong> Portfolio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"sets of portfolio\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/portfolio-385530_1280.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/portfolio-385530_1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/portfolio-385530_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/portfolio-385530_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/portfolio-385530_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/portfolio-briefcase-brown-blue-385530\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bIf you have not already, create a portfolio that showcases some work you have already done. This portfolio can help the company decide if you are the right professional for the position within their company. Having a diverse selection of different events, planned by you, in the portfolio lets them know you can tackle any event they may need help with. This portfolio also comes in handy for those that are going to be creating their own business as it shows the many skills you have and the ability to plan events for many companies and corporations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8B5_Requirements\"><\/span><strong>\u200b5<\/strong> Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Requirements\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/job-3338100_1280.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/job-3338100_1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/job-3338100_1280-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/job-3338100_1280-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/03\/job-3338100_1280-1024x512.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/illustrations\/job-search-application-criteria-3338100\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all employers ask for the same requirements, so depending on the company you wish to work with, their requirements may differ from another company. Those that are looking to become an event planner must keep these requirements in mind because employers may require them when applying for the position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u200b1 to 3 years of experience in event planning<\/li><li>\u200bBe able to multi-task<\/li><li>\u200bHave familiarity with common computer programs<\/li><li>\u200bWork in a fast-paced environment while under stress<\/li><li>\u200bBe organized and punctual<\/li><li>\u200bJoin a professional organization<\/li><li>\u200bHave a specialty for event planning, such as organizational, fundraising, government, corporate or small business planning<\/li><li>\u200bBe able to effectively communicate<\/li><li>\u200bHave a strong budgeting sense<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200b\u200b\u200bMost of these are skills that the professional has to have to do well in this profession. For those that may not be the best at speaking to many people, making reservations for others, or are not sure of their decisions, this might not be the best job to pursue. Those that are in this profession have a strong backing that makes them confident about the decisions they have to make. The decisions they make can affect the entire event and decisions of those that come to the event. This is why it is important that a confident, knowledgeable event planner is the one doing the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-4\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8BPros_and_Cons_of_Being_an_Event_Planner\"><\/span>\u200bPros and Cons of Being an Event Planner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"calendar organizer\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-organizer.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-organizer.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-organizer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-organizer-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-organizer-1024x683.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/organizer-calendar-schedule-791939\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are pros and cons to every profession that is out there. Understanding the pros and cons before moving forward in a career path is the best way to decide if it is the right path for you to take. Here are some pros and cons that event planners have voiced after they have been doing the job for some time. They can help those currently interested make a more informed decision on whether event planning is right for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u200bPros &nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u200bIt can be rewarding to be recognized by the company for your hard work<\/li><li>\u200bThere is a varied pace, so you can change things up from time to time<\/li><li>\u200bThere is variation and change always, so you are never bored doing the same thing over<\/li><li>\u200bYou usually work with an awesome team that comes together<\/li><li>\u200bYou can meet new and interesting people everywhere you go<\/li><li>\u200bYou get to see new parts of the world or country, depending on the company<\/li><li>\u200bYou get to plan exciting events that mean something<\/li><li>\u200bIt is possible to freelance as an event planner and not actually be employed by a company<\/li><li>\u200bYou can work your way up to start your own event planning business<\/li><li>\u200bThere are great job prospects and opportunities available<\/li><li>\u200bIt is a fun job to do<\/li><li>\u200bYou have creative freedom mostly during the planning phase<\/li><li>\u200bYou do not need a formal education in most cases, just experience to get started from the bottom to work your way to the top<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u200b Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>\u200bIt can be one of the more stressful jobs at the end of the day<\/li><li>\u200bYou may have to deal with difficult, stressful people that are picky<\/li><li>\u200bLong hours of not being around any other people<\/li><li>\u200bTraveling is a part of the job and being away from home is common<\/li><li>\u200bYou need the experience to do this job, which can be a downfall<\/li><li>\u200bWhen the company makes cuts, event planners are the first ones to go<\/li><li>\u200bYou may have to take on an internship or lower paid position to get experience to get a better job down the road<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tab-con-10\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8B_Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>\u200b\u200b &nbsp; &nbsp;Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"calendar book planner\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-book-planner.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-book-planner.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-book-planner-300x281.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-book-planner-768x720.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044im_\/http:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/images\/2019\/05\/calendar-book-planner-1024x959.jpg 1024w\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Image Source:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20210126075044\/https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/agenda-book-calendar-copyspace-4010907\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u200bThe outlook for event planners is strong with many businesses searching for the best professional to work within their business. Those that are interested can know the projected tendency of this profession is expected to grow tremendously. With median salaries ranging in the $50,000 to $60,000 range, it is an ideal position for those looking for a steady income and a profession to be passionate about.<br><br>\u200bIf becoming an event planner is something you are interested in doing, starting with a Bachelor&#8217;s Degree followed by adding experience working within a fast-paced business environment providing event planning services for the company is the way to go. Those that are interested in something like this should get into it; it can be a rewarding experience and a position that many companies need.<br><br>\u200bFind out if becoming an event planner is the right profession for you to move forward with. Many have found this to be an exciting, rewarding career move and one that many others may enjoy depending on the work they&#8217;re looking for. Being a professional in this field is one you have to think about and consider if it is right for you. It is a profession that may not be for the faint of heart.<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While event planning is usually thought of as party planning, those interested in this professional should know it is not the same. Event planning involves much more than planning parties<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/566"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=566"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/566\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":567,"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/566\/revisions\/567"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=566"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=566"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mastertheevent.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=566"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}