{"id":8489,"date":"2022-08-31T08:00:41","date_gmt":"2022-08-31T08:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/?p=8489"},"modified":"2022-11-15T15:20:37","modified_gmt":"2022-11-15T15:20:37","slug":"how-to-become-an-event-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-event-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become an Event Manager in 5 Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event management is a fast-paced career that will keep you sharp. If you like <\/span><b>working with people and staying organized<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, consider becoming an event manager!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sure how to become an event manager? <\/span><b>I&#8217;ll tell you exactly how to get started<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>See Related:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/why-is-time-management-important\/\">7 Reasons Why Time Management Is So Important<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Let&#8217;s Review the Basics: What is an Event Manager?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>An event manager handles the logistics of event planning<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They make sure that every piece of the event comes together &#8211; including <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/what-is-the-role-of-the-master-of-ceremonies\/\">the master of ceremonies<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Events large and small have event managers! From the most<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buzzfeed.com\/whitneyjefferson\/the-most-beautiful-celebrity-weddings-of-the-decad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glamorous Hollywood wedding<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to a local middle school graduation ceremony.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>There are more elements to event management than one might realize.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Here&#8217;s an example:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> think about a professional conference you&#8217;ve attended.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>chairs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may have been set out in neat rows.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps there were <\/span><b>stage lights <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/microphones-how-to-be-a-great-emcee\/\">and microphones<\/a><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maybe <\/span><b>lunch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was served.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or you left the conference with <\/span><b>free merchandise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a gift bag.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of that doesn&#8217;t just happen magically&#8230; we have event managers to thank!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Now, without further ado, let&#8217;s talk about how to become an event manager!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8494\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-white-button-down-and-salmon-pants-stands-in-front-of-a-convention-industry-council-conference-room-where-people-are-learning-about-labor-statistics-in-hospitality-management.jpg\" alt=\"Event manager in white button and salmon pants stands in front of a convention industry council conference room where people are learning about labor statistics in hospitality management\" width=\"1350\" height=\"824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-white-button-down-and-salmon-pants-stands-in-front-of-a-convention-industry-council-conference-room-where-people-are-learning-about-labor-statistics-in-hospitality-management.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-white-button-down-and-salmon-pants-stands-in-front-of-a-convention-industry-council-conference-room-where-people-are-learning-about-labor-statistics-in-hospitality-management-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-white-button-down-and-salmon-pants-stands-in-front-of-a-convention-industry-council-conference-room-where-people-are-learning-about-labor-statistics-in-hospitality-management-1024x625.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-white-button-down-and-salmon-pants-stands-in-front-of-a-convention-industry-council-conference-room-where-people-are-learning-about-labor-statistics-in-hospitality-management-768x469.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>#1: Invest in Your Education<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I want to start by saying <\/span><b>there is no one way to become an event planner<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can attend college and <\/span><b>earn a bachelor&#8217;s degree<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or you cannot. There are many ways to gain experience both in and out of the classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What major should I choose?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some institutions of higher learning offer event planning as a major. However, most do not.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But fear not! <\/span><b>There are plenty of degrees you can pursue that are directly related to event planning.<\/b><\/p>\n<h4><b>Here are a few examples of related careers that still benefit event planners:<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospitality Management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business Management<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public Relations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8500\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-who-wants-to-become-an-event-planner-works-as-an-assistant-event-coordinator-for-a-professional-event-manager-and-learns-how-to-work-with-clients-at-different-venues.jpg\" alt=\"Person who wants to become an event planner works as an assistant event coordinator for a professional event manager and learns how to work with clients at different venues\" width=\"1350\" height=\"759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-who-wants-to-become-an-event-planner-works-as-an-assistant-event-coordinator-for-a-professional-event-manager-and-learns-how-to-work-with-clients-at-different-venues.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-who-wants-to-become-an-event-planner-works-as-an-assistant-event-coordinator-for-a-professional-event-manager-and-learns-how-to-work-with-clients-at-different-venues-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-who-wants-to-become-an-event-planner-works-as-an-assistant-event-coordinator-for-a-professional-event-manager-and-learns-how-to-work-with-clients-at-different-venues-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-who-wants-to-become-an-event-planner-works-as-an-assistant-event-coordinator-for-a-professional-event-manager-and-learns-how-to-work-with-clients-at-different-venues-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>Alternatively to college degrees, consider certificate programs in event management.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you can become a <\/span><b>Certified Special Events Professional<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event planning students can also join industry associations. Examples include the National Association for Catering and Events (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nace.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NACE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and Meeting Professionals International (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mpi.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MPI<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These are great resources for networking and learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Search for online courses<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Event planning has moved into the modern age<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Perhaps attending an in-person program is not feasible or convenient for you right now. That&#8217;s okay! Many certification programs are fully virtual.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8497\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hospitality-management-professional-in-white-and-black-suit-holds-tablet-and-stands-in-a-conference-room-for-business-meetings-and-other-events.jpg\" alt=\"Hospitality management professional in white and black suit holds tablet and stands in a conference room for business meetings and other events\" width=\"1350\" height=\"986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hospitality-management-professional-in-white-and-black-suit-holds-tablet-and-stands-in-a-conference-room-for-business-meetings-and-other-events.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hospitality-management-professional-in-white-and-black-suit-holds-tablet-and-stands-in-a-conference-room-for-business-meetings-and-other-events-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hospitality-management-professional-in-white-and-black-suit-holds-tablet-and-stands-in-a-conference-room-for-business-meetings-and-other-events-1024x748.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/hospitality-management-professional-in-white-and-black-suit-holds-tablet-and-stands-in-a-conference-room-for-business-meetings-and-other-events-768x561.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>#2: Hone Your Skills<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you go to school, apprentice, or learn on the job, <\/span><b>event planners need certain skills<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Logistical prowess<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Event management is all about timelines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Let&#8217;s say you need a DJ to spin at a party on September 2. You wouldn&#8217;t wait until September 1 to book them, right?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event planners have the ability to <\/span><b>plan ahead and see the big picture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They need to know what must already be in place in order for everything to get done.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Top-notch event marketing<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a difference between being an event planner and a day-of coordinator. The latter is brought in, well, the day-of. They ensure that an event someone else has planned runs smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8492\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-gray-blazer-and-striped-blouse-sits-at-a-desk-and-writes-on-their-calendar-where-they-track-event-planning-job-responsibilities-and-event-manager-jobs.jpg\" alt=\"Event manager in gray blazer and striped blouse sits at a desk and writes on their calendar where they track event planning job responsibilities and event manager jobs\" width=\"1336\" height=\"964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-gray-blazer-and-striped-blouse-sits-at-a-desk-and-writes-on-their-calendar-where-they-track-event-planning-job-responsibilities-and-event-manager-jobs.jpg 1336w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-gray-blazer-and-striped-blouse-sits-at-a-desk-and-writes-on-their-calendar-where-they-track-event-planning-job-responsibilities-and-event-manager-jobs-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-gray-blazer-and-striped-blouse-sits-at-a-desk-and-writes-on-their-calendar-where-they-track-event-planning-job-responsibilities-and-event-manager-jobs-1024x739.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-gray-blazer-and-striped-blouse-sits-at-a-desk-and-writes-on-their-calendar-where-they-track-event-planning-job-responsibilities-and-event-manager-jobs-768x554.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1336px) 100vw, 1336px\" \/><\/span><b>Event planners are involved from the get-go.<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means they are frequently part of the <\/span><b>event design and marketing strategy<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for an event &#8211; maybe even in the <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-an-mc-for-corporate-events\/\">hiring process of an emcee<\/a>. If you want to be in event management, stay up to date on event marketing trends. This is where creative thinking really comes in handy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After all, there&#8217;s no point in planning an event no one attends!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Crunching numbers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t get nervous &#8211; all event planners aren&#8217;t math whizzes. But a major factor in a successful event is an effective event budget. You must understand:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much you can spend;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What purchases are necessary versus optional;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to track what has been spent and how much you have left.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Interpersonal communication<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event planning is all about relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You are managing your relationship with the client, of course. But successful events may involve caterers, musicians, designers, photographers, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And the event planner is the watchful eye over everything.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8495\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-who-runs-their-own-business-and-holds-a-bachelors-degree-stands-in-front-of-six-other-planners-who-collaborate-on-event-manager-jobs.jpg\" alt=\"Event manager who runs their own business and holds a bachelors degree stands in front of six other planners who collaborate on event manager jobs\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-who-runs-their-own-business-and-holds-a-bachelors-degree-stands-in-front-of-six-other-planners-who-collaborate-on-event-manager-jobs.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-who-runs-their-own-business-and-holds-a-bachelors-degree-stands-in-front-of-six-other-planners-who-collaborate-on-event-manager-jobs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-who-runs-their-own-business-and-holds-a-bachelors-degree-stands-in-front-of-six-other-planners-who-collaborate-on-event-manager-jobs-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-who-runs-their-own-business-and-holds-a-bachelors-degree-stands-in-front-of-six-other-planners-who-collaborate-on-event-manager-jobs-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-who-runs-their-own-business-and-holds-a-bachelors-degree-stands-in-front-of-six-other-planners-who-collaborate-on-event-manager-jobs-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>#3: Familiarize Yourself with Technology<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days, many event planners managing large events use technology to be successful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are software programs to track RSVPs, <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/questions-to-ask-venue-when-planning-an-event\/\">map out venues<\/a>, plan seating, and more. If you are the event planner for a fundraiser, chances are you will use technology to track gifts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve never used this type of technology before, that&#8217;s okay! Most have diligent staff who are ready and eager to help you learn.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8496\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-planner-in-a-black-blowed-blouse-stands-at-a-venue-with-warm-lights-and-smiles-at-the-camera.jpg\" alt=\"Event planner in a black blowed blouse stands at a venue with warm lights and smiles at the camera\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-planner-in-a-black-blowed-blouse-stands-at-a-venue-with-warm-lights-and-smiles-at-the-camera.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-planner-in-a-black-blowed-blouse-stands-at-a-venue-with-warm-lights-and-smiles-at-the-camera-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-planner-in-a-black-blowed-blouse-stands-at-a-venue-with-warm-lights-and-smiles-at-the-camera-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-planner-in-a-black-blowed-blouse-stands-at-a-venue-with-warm-lights-and-smiles-at-the-camera-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-planner-in-a-black-blowed-blouse-stands-at-a-venue-with-warm-lights-and-smiles-at-the-camera-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>#4: Start Small and Strengthen Relationships<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are first starting out, don&#8217;t bite off more than you can chew.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: you should constantly be learning throughout your career. You will not know everything at the very beginning (or ever)! If you feel you know everything, you are in the wrong place.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many ways you can start to gain experience in the events industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Assist a professional event planner<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach out to a local event planning company that produces events you like. See if they have entry-level job opportunities in support positions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8493\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-striped-blue-button-down-and-gray-suit-pants-carries-laptop-and-talks-on-the-phone-at-an-outdoor-concert-venue-where-they-do-many-event-manager-jobs.jpg\" alt=\"Event manager in striped blue button down and gray suit plants carries laptop and talks on the phone at an outdoor concert venue where they do many event manager jobs\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-striped-blue-button-down-and-gray-suit-pants-carries-laptop-and-talks-on-the-phone-at-an-outdoor-concert-venue-where-they-do-many-event-manager-jobs.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-striped-blue-button-down-and-gray-suit-pants-carries-laptop-and-talks-on-the-phone-at-an-outdoor-concert-venue-where-they-do-many-event-manager-jobs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-striped-blue-button-down-and-gray-suit-pants-carries-laptop-and-talks-on-the-phone-at-an-outdoor-concert-venue-where-they-do-many-event-manager-jobs-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-striped-blue-button-down-and-gray-suit-pants-carries-laptop-and-talks-on-the-phone-at-an-outdoor-concert-venue-where-they-do-many-event-manager-jobs-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/event-manager-in-striped-blue-button-down-and-gray-suit-pants-carries-laptop-and-talks-on-the-phone-at-an-outdoor-concert-venue-where-they-do-many-event-manager-jobs-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assistant-style positions are a great way to shadow industry professionals and learn. They will impart industry knowledge and show you what it&#8217;s like to be on the job.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you end up deciding that event management is not for you, better to know early!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Attend trade shows<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trade shows are events where vendors and clients can mix, mingle, and make connections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trade shows are a great opportunity to meet other industry professionals. Network as you walk around the show. Introduce yourself to event planners and ask what type of events they manage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay friendly, curious, and humble. If you make a good impression, word of mouth will get around. A connection you make at a trade show may lead to your next job!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8502\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/two-people-who-plan-events-together-consider-the-several-factors-that-go-into-a-perfect-place-setting-at-one-of-their-business-conferences.jpg\" alt=\"Two people who plan events together consider the several factors that go into a perfect place setting at one of their business conferences\" width=\"1350\" height=\"901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/two-people-who-plan-events-together-consider-the-several-factors-that-go-into-a-perfect-place-setting-at-one-of-their-business-conferences.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/two-people-who-plan-events-together-consider-the-several-factors-that-go-into-a-perfect-place-setting-at-one-of-their-business-conferences-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/two-people-who-plan-events-together-consider-the-several-factors-that-go-into-a-perfect-place-setting-at-one-of-their-business-conferences-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/two-people-who-plan-events-together-consider-the-several-factors-that-go-into-a-perfect-place-setting-at-one-of-their-business-conferences-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/two-people-who-plan-events-together-consider-the-several-factors-that-go-into-a-perfect-place-setting-at-one-of-their-business-conferences-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span>Bonus:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/what-is-rapport-building\/\">Building Rapport 101: What Does It Mean to Build Rapport?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>#5: Develop a Business Specialty<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have your foot in the door, the sky is the limit in this career path! Eventually, you may even decide to start your own event planning business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But whether you go solo or work in-house, all successful event planners have a niche. The event planning industry encompasses all sorts of events.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Event planners work with all types of industries! For example, they plan:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate events (<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-an-mc-for-corporate-events\/\">with corporate emcees<\/a>, of course)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sporting events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonprofit events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fundraising events<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academic events<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to specialize in a particular type of event because you become the expert. When people think of theater after parties, they think of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. When they think of opening day at the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldatlas.com\/articles\/the-world-s-biggest-baseball-parks.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baseball stadium<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, they think of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8499\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-in-white-blouse-who-plans-events-for-business-clients-sits-at-a-desk-and-plans-out-their-calendar-of-upcoming-events.jpg\" alt=\"Person in white blouse who plans events for business clients sits at a desk and plans out their calendar of upcoming events\" width=\"1350\" height=\"901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-in-white-blouse-who-plans-events-for-business-clients-sits-at-a-desk-and-plans-out-their-calendar-of-upcoming-events.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-in-white-blouse-who-plans-events-for-business-clients-sits-at-a-desk-and-plans-out-their-calendar-of-upcoming-events-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-in-white-blouse-who-plans-events-for-business-clients-sits-at-a-desk-and-plans-out-their-calendar-of-upcoming-events-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-in-white-blouse-who-plans-events-for-business-clients-sits-at-a-desk-and-plans-out-their-calendar-of-upcoming-events-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/person-in-white-blouse-who-plans-events-for-business-clients-sits-at-a-desk-and-plans-out-their-calendar-of-upcoming-events-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>Is It Worth It to Become an Event Manager?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before pursuing a career as an event planner, you should consider your priorities. What is most important to you in a career? Is it pay?<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/mint.intuit.com\/blog\/early-career\/most-flexible-jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible time<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Creative license? There are so many factors that can be important to a person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider the following with regard to event management:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The pay<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event managers&#8217; salaries can vary widely. However, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, meeting, convention, and event planners made an average salary of $49,470 in May 2021. It all depends on your fee structure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The pros<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Becoming an event planner means your career will be interesting and fast-paced. You will meet many new people and probably see beautiful places. There will always be something new to learn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Event planners tend to develop strong relationships with vendors and clients. You can find incredible professional and personal fulfillment in this work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The potential challenges<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This won&#8217;t come as a surprise, but being an event manager is not always 9-5. It can be quite <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/how-to-develop-time-management-skills\/\">time consuming<\/a> because you work with vendors whose hours all differ.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, depending on the event, be prepared for weekend work. Many planners find themselves managing weddings, parties, and\/or conferences on weekends.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8501\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/professional-event-manager-collaborates-with-business-clients-to-learn-about-the-event-they-want-produced-and-what-the-goal-of-the-event-is-so-that-the-planner-can-understand-and-do-their-best-work.jpg\" alt=\"Professional event manager collaborates with business clients to learn about the event they want produced and what the goal of the event is so that the planner can understand and do their best work\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/professional-event-manager-collaborates-with-business-clients-to-learn-about-the-event-they-want-produced-and-what-the-goal-of-the-event-is-so-that-the-planner-can-understand-and-do-their-best-work.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/professional-event-manager-collaborates-with-business-clients-to-learn-about-the-event-they-want-produced-and-what-the-goal-of-the-event-is-so-that-the-planner-can-understand-and-do-their-best-work-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/professional-event-manager-collaborates-with-business-clients-to-learn-about-the-event-they-want-produced-and-what-the-goal-of-the-event-is-so-that-the-planner-can-understand-and-do-their-best-work-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/professional-event-manager-collaborates-with-business-clients-to-learn-about-the-event-they-want-produced-and-what-the-goal-of-the-event-is-so-that-the-planner-can-understand-and-do-their-best-work-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/professional-event-manager-collaborates-with-business-clients-to-learn-about-the-event-they-want-produced-and-what-the-goal-of-the-event-is-so-that-the-planner-can-understand-and-do-their-best-work-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span><b>Let&#8217;s Review!<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you feel like you have a better understanding of what it means to be an event manager? Great! Let&#8217;s look back at what we&#8217;ve learned.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>#1: Invest in your education.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>#2: Hone your skills.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>#3: Familiarize yourself with technology.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>#4: Start small and strengthen relationships.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>#5: Develop a business specialty.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If this career excites you, I know that you can accomplish your goals. Start by mapping out a plan, then get to work. Good luck!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8491\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/aspiring-event-managers-sit-in-the-audience-at-a-business-conference-where-they-learn-the-ins-and-outs-of-the-event-industry-and-can-develop-an-idea-of-what-they-want-their-industry-niche-to-be.jpg\" alt=\"Aspiring event managers sit in the audience at a business conference where they learn the ins and outs of the event industry and can develop an idea of what they want their industry niche to be\" width=\"1350\" height=\"901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/aspiring-event-managers-sit-in-the-audience-at-a-business-conference-where-they-learn-the-ins-and-outs-of-the-event-industry-and-can-develop-an-idea-of-what-they-want-their-industry-niche-to-be.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/aspiring-event-managers-sit-in-the-audience-at-a-business-conference-where-they-learn-the-ins-and-outs-of-the-event-industry-and-can-develop-an-idea-of-what-they-want-their-industry-niche-to-be-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/aspiring-event-managers-sit-in-the-audience-at-a-business-conference-where-they-learn-the-ins-and-outs-of-the-event-industry-and-can-develop-an-idea-of-what-they-want-their-industry-niche-to-be-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/aspiring-event-managers-sit-in-the-audience-at-a-business-conference-where-they-learn-the-ins-and-outs-of-the-event-industry-and-can-develop-an-idea-of-what-they-want-their-industry-niche-to-be-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/aspiring-event-managers-sit-in-the-audience-at-a-business-conference-where-they-learn-the-ins-and-outs-of-the-event-industry-and-can-develop-an-idea-of-what-they-want-their-industry-niche-to-be-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/span>Keep Reading:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/how-to-fundraise-virtually\/\">17 Virtual Fundraising Ideas You Need to Try<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/\">Adam Christing<\/a>\u00a0has been called \u201cThe Tom Brady of emcees.\u201d He has hosted more than 1,000\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-an-mc-for-corporate-events\/\">company meetings<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-funny-keynote-motivational-speakers\/\">special events<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/corporate-comedian-entertainer\/\">gala celebrations<\/a>, and more. He is the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/author\/\">author of several books<\/a>\u00a0and founder of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cleancomedians.com\/hire-a-master-of-ceremonies\/\">CleanComedians.com<\/a>.<\/em>\u00a0<em>For more event tips, follow Adam Christing on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adamchristing\/?hl=en\">Instagram<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AdamChristing\/\">Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/adamchristing\/\">Pinterest<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/adam-christing\">LinkedIn<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ide5OJTq4VE\">YouTube<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Event management is a fast-paced career that will keep you sharp. If you like working with people and staying organized, consider becoming an event manager! Not sure how to become an event manager? 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