We are looking to hire an energetic, detail-oriented wedding planner based in Vermont or the New England area to lead clients in planning and executing successful weddings. The ideal candidate will be a self-driven individual with a seasoned background in events and a strong passion for weddings and events. The wedding planner’s responsibilities include obtaining quotes from vendors, ensuring that budget changes are incorporated into clients’ wedding plans accordingly, and collecting payments from clients for the services provided. You should also be able to create a time-line of all wedding-day activities for each client to ensure that everything remains on schedule.
We are seeking someone who is methodical and quick at handling difficult or stressful situations. The planner will also assist the creative director on styling items and trends as well as demonstrate exceptional communication, organization, and customer service skills.
Wedding Planner Responsibilities:
Conducting initial consultations with clients to discuss the wedding packages available, the type of wedding desired, and their wedding budget.
Conferring with clients to discuss wedding details, including venue options as well as entertainment, catering, and decoration preferences.
Scheduling meetings with clients to tour suitable wedding venues and meet with vendors, such as florists, photographers, caterers, bakers, and invitation designers.
Negotiating contracts with selected vendors and making payments as required.
Ensuring that wedding and rehearsal dinner invitations, as well as wedding programs and place cards, are printed on time.
Arranging for necessary wedding supplies and equipment to be transported to the wedding venue in a timely manner.
Ensuring that clients' wedding gifts and personal property are packed away and secured in an assigned vehicle or storage room.
Monitoring all wedding-day activities to ensure that everything runs smoothly.
Wedding Planner Requirements:
3+ years of wedding or event planning experience
Self motivated with a strong desire to provide excellent service in all your work
Prepared to be emotionally committed to our clients and projects we create; the events we create play a crucial role in our client’s lives
Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
Strong networking and negotiating skills
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
Exceptional communication and customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple projects independently and work closely with teams. Ability to respond to potential clients immediately
Detail-oriented, methodical, and creative
Interested in learning about the world of event planning, design and marketing
Opportunity for full time or part time opportunities
Weekend availability
To apply, please contact Claudia Rollin at claudia@harlowdahliaevents.com with a resume and cover letter.