Wedding planners help couples organise their wedding.
£17,000 Starter
to£25,000 Experienced
37 to 39 variable
evenings / weekends as customers demand
You can get into this job through:
You can take qualifications in a related area that will teach you some of the skills you'll need. Courses include:
There are no set entry requirements for this route but it may help you to get in if you have:
You could do an advanced apprenticeship as an events assistant.
You'll usually need:
You could start as an administrator or assistant for an event management company and work your way up, or work at a wedding venue as an in-house wedding co-ordinator.
You could get some work experience with a wedding planner, or organise events like fun days, charity balls or fashion shows for local charities.
Do-it has information on voluntary opportunities in your area.
You can apply directly if you've got experience and skills from organising your own wedding, or the weddings of family and friends. Experience from other jobs would also be useful, including:
You may find it useful to take a short course in wedding planning. These are offered by several private training organisations.
Many wedding planners have their own blog or website to showcase their work, personality and style.
You can find out more about becoming a wedding planner from:
You'll need:
You day-to-day duties may include:
You could work from home or in an office.
Your working environment may be you'll travel often and emotionally demanding.