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| Quick Facts: Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners | |
|---|---|
| 2020 Median Pay | $51,560 per year
$24.79 per hour |
| Typical Entry-Level Education | Bachelor's degree |
| Work Experience in a Related Occupation | None |
| On-the-job Training | None |
| Number of Jobs, 2019 | 138,600 |
| Job Outlook, 2019-29 | 8% (Much faster than average) |
| Employment Change, 2019-29 | 10,800 |
Meeting, convention, and event planners arrange all aspects of events and professional gatherings.
Work Environment
Meeting, convention, and event planners work in their offices and onsite at hotels or conference centers. They often travel to attend events and visit meeting sites. During meetings or conventions, planners may work many more hours than usual.
How to Become a Meeting, Convention, or Event Planner
Meeting, convention, and event planners typically need a bachelor’s degree. Some experience related to event planning may be helpful.
Pay
The median annual wage for meeting, convention, and event planners was $51,560 in May 2020.
Job Outlook
Employment of meeting, convention, and event planners is projected to grow 8 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Job opportunities should be best for candidates who have experience and a bachelor’s degree in meeting and event management, hospitality, or tourism management.
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What Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Do
Meeting, convention, and event planners arrange all aspects of events and professional gatherings. They arrange meeting locations, transportation, and other details.
Duties
Meeting, convention, and event planners typically do the following:
* Meet with clients to understand the purpose of the event
* Plan the scope of the event, including its time, location, and cost
* Solicit bids from venues and service providers
* Inspect venues to ensure that they meet the client’s requirements
* Coordinate event services such as rooms, transportation, and food
* Monitor event activities to ensure that the client and the...