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Originally posted by Jestor
I've been toying with the idea lately of being an event planner as a career, possibly specializing in weddings or some other type of specific event.
I have the feeling that being Greek and the events of Greek Life will help immensely with this and aid me in building a portfolio.
The question is, how should I go about it? Just volunteer to work on a few events my first year and then ask to head up events my second year?
Or should I shoot straight for heading things up right away?
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Are you even serious?
I love planning events but it is seriously hard work. Event Planning is NOTHING like the Wedding Planner. (Believe me you can't do this job in those heels)
If you are actually serious (and for some reason I'd be suprised if you were)...If I were you I would talk to an event planning firm in your area and see if you can do an unpaid internship. You will spend some time finding stuff, doing a lot of the detail leg work and getting a general idea of how it goes together.
Most of my job is not doing fun things, I do lots of contracts, research, billing, costs adjustments, proposals, consultations with the chef and operations managers. Only at the end of a few months do I get to adjust tables, choose linens, design floor plans, and do the set up.
I love the process, but unless you love it, the job can be very tough. It is def a weekend and nights sort of business, with days being in excess of 14-16 hours straight. For example, my wedding this weekend I will arrive onsite at about noon, the ceremony starts at 6pm, and I will get home probably about 1:30am.
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