The career of the wedding planner, or wedding planner, is profitable and rewarding. If you want to use your creativity and experience to help your clients organize the best day of their life, then this could be the job for you! Read this article to understand how to pursue this wonderful career!
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Becoming a Wedding Planner
Step 1. Finish school
Get a baccalaureate or equivalent degree. This is the first step to take up the wedding planner profession.
Step 2. Keep studying
Consider any or all of the following options!
- Obtain a degree in a related field, such as in Marketing, Public Relations and Corporate Communication, Communications Science, or Hotel Management.
- Get some valuable experience for the resume. Try getting a job in a catering or wedding planner company to gain some experience in the field. You could also start as an intern.
- Take some courses to become a wedding planner. They are available both online and in large cities.
Step 3. Get certified
Technically, no certificate is required, however it can be useful in increasing your credibility and chances of attracting customers.
- In Italy there are several organizations that issue certificates, or abroad you can contact the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) and the Association for Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC).
- The course of study may vary according to the organization you choose, but generally the topics covered are: etiquette, logistical organization of events, contracts with suppliers, sales and marketing, legal issues.
Step 4. Find customers
Now that you have taken a course or obtained a certification, you must do everything possible to make your services known and attract a good clientele. Put into practice the knowledge acquired during the courses you have taken
- Prepare business cards, spread the word to your friends and acquaintances, post online advertisements and create a website.
- Reconnect with the knowledge cultivated during the work experience in this sector.
- The more customers you find, the faster your reputation will grow. Remember that if your customers are satisfied, they may recommend your services to their friends and family.
Part 2 of 2: Qualities of a Great Wedding Planner
Step 1. Be precise and thorough in your work
Arranging someone else's wedding is like directing a movie. You will need to tap into your customers' ideas, tastes and preferences and turn their dreams into reality. Discuss every detail of the wedding with your client and pay attention to their requests, which include:
- Choose the right place.
- Choose the wedding cake.
- Buy a dress.
- Establish places.
- Make the guest list.
- Order the invitations.
- Establish the date and time.
- Take stock.
- Choose a restaurateur.
- Hire a photographer.
- Obtain marriage authorization.
- Choose the date for the tests.
Step 2. You need to be extremely organized
A wedding planner needs to be multi-tasking, so learn how to manage your time by completing several tasks at the same time, from choosing the flowers to choosing the cake as you decide the seats at the table. If you work well under pressure and can stay focused in any situation, then you will become a great wedding planner!
- Use a diary, classic or electronic, to manage your time and keep track of important dates.
- Make sure you are always available. Customers need to be able to contact you at all times, so always carry your mobile phone and check your emails regularly.
Step 3. Always keep a cool head
Even if you plan everything down to the smallest detail, unexpected events are inevitable on an important day. A good wedding planner always remains calm and self-confident under pressure, even if he has to deal with a runaway bride or a drunken relative.
Step 4. Express your creativity to the max
While some customers know exactly what they want from the start, others can be a little indecisive and get stuck when they have to decide on the details. Inspire your customers with creative ideas for decorations, places, themes and so on.
