How to Become a Wedding Organizer
The demand for wedding organizers, planners and consultants is constantly growing. Wedding planners have keen organizational methods and are experts in time management. It's helpful for aspiring wedding planners to have a background in management, finance, decorating, or all three. The planner must be able to work with the budget set by the engaged couple, and she must be able to please all of the guests as well. Once you've decided that you want to become a wedding planner, you should begin researching schools and courses as well as gain experience in all aspects of wedding organizing.
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Apply for a job at your local bridal shop. You will need to start from the bottom and work your way to the top. Find out all types of items that a wedding organizer helps the couple decide on and helps to order for the wedding, including flowers, cake and invitations. Observe the various types of weddings while working at the bridal shop.
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Generate a long list of contacts, including past brides and grooms. Being a wedding organizer is an extremely social business and you'll find it helpful to know a lot of people who may have acquaintances who are planning to get married. Part of being a successful wedding organizer is to balance a friendly and professional relationship with the customers.
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Consider certification courses. A certification or degree is not necessary to become a wedding organizer, but it definitely will add to your credibility and experience. For example, there is the Wedding Planning Institute, which offers online courses on wedding planning. You can also study independently by ordering the textbooks and then passing a final exam.
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Begin performing wedding planning for close friends or family once you get the chance. Always generate a contract and treat the wedding as you would a professional job with strangers. You must gain as much experience as possible and learn from any budgeting mistakes. Before you get started have a thorough meeting with the engaged couple to discuss the wedding date, venue, music, obtaining a marriage license, choosing a minister or rabbi, rehearsal and reception.
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Get a business license by meeting all of the requirements of your state once you're ready to be a professional wedding organizer. You will also need to decide on a business name, create business cards, create a website and make advertising. You can work from home or open an office that people can visit. Try finding bridal shops that need a wedding organizer to work on-site.
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Join a professional bridal association, like the Association of Certified Professional Wedding Consultants (ACPWC). Being part of an organization will help you to generate more contacts, advertise, acquire catalogs, and keep up with all of the wedding trends.
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Tips & Warnings
Plan a mock wedding by creating an organized list of items and try to work on meeting a set budget. Don't actually order any items or book any venues.
