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How To Get A Job As A Wedding Planner?

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By Abhishek MirgulePublished 2 years ago 4 min read
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Indians have always loved weddings. We are the second-largest in population and the most democratic country. There are so many different religions and each of them have their own unique style &cultures. With so many themes and styles, Indian Wedding planning is one of the most in-demand job profiles out there. The pandemic might have affected the industry but marriages are still going on and it has become more personal and important than ever before.

This post is to help you get a job in that profile. With these tips and tricks, you are sure to land a job as a Wedding Planner.

Let’s get started!

Understand the job role.

You must understand the job profile that you are applying for at a company. You have to recognize the roles and responsibilities of the job that the company is offering. The job title varies in each company. The requirement may not always be listed as a “Wedding Planner”, so make sure to ask for the description carefully.

Understand the skills required.

Once you understand your job role, it is time to identify the skills required for it. The job description usually states the skill required, but in an industry like this, abilities outside the usual are essential. The applied job may be that of a décor specialist, but communication and strategy to pitch your idea are equally important. Be it management, communication, teamwork, professionalism, or strategy, everything is important when it comes to organizing an event, especially weddings. A degree in event management, PR, or communications will help you a lot. The point is that your employer should feel that you are ready for this industry.

Do not worry if you lack these skills. You will only get better with time and experience.

Recommendations for the win.

Whenever you apply for a job always try to have a recommendation. This makes the employer trust you and your work more. Do NOT try to fake any endorsements. If you don’t have any recommendations, then try to lend a hand to your wedding planners you freelanced with or talk with your ex-employers to put in a word for you. You have to get out there with a correct mindset and try to get into the business.

Recommendations by any client or company go a long way. It does not matter if your prior work is not related to wedding planning. As long as it portrays your best skills, it will always be useful regardless of your career path.

Apply to different companies.

You will obviously never want any of your client’s wedding to go wrong. This can happen if you get into the business with limited experience and knowledge. You have to be sure that you understand every part of it. Applying to different companies in the wedding industry might be the smart choice for freshers. You will be able to learn more this way, and then you can start taking personal projects once your reputation precedes you.

Also, a major reason for applying to different companies is that the probability of getting hired for a job in the wedding industry increases. You can always freelance and work your way around the industry. How to freelance?

WedJobs.in is a pioneering platform where you can apply to companies in the wedding industry from pan India. There are a lot of freelance, part time, full time job opportunities in the wedding sector and you can find it all in the “Jobs” portal.

Research about the company.

There are different types of weddings and each company has its own forte. Some of them only do small budget weddings, but if you are the kind who like trending, classy décor & big scale production work then you may have to find the right company to fit in.

It will help if you research the company’s ethics and culture. Once you know that, then you can prepare accordingly. It will help in scoring interviews if you research about their business, clients and look into the kind of work they do.

Have an Impactful First Impression.

They say “The first impression is the last impression”. Although brutal, it still has some truth to it. You have to make sure you stand out while applying for a company, especially in a creative field like this. So make sure to be as creative as you can with your resume and proposals. Some of the tips are:

  • Make a video resume and introduce yourself.
  • Make a portfolio of all the work that you have done and showcase it on your.
  • Make personalized cover letters for each company you apply to.

The amount of joy is immeasurable when the people tell you how well the wedding went. It feels good that you were a part of their happiness. Keep a mindset that is hungry for growth and you will be alright. All the best!

Looking for a wedding planner job visit WedJobs.in .

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