What Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Do
Meeting, convention, and event planners coordinate all aspects of events and professional meetings.
Work Environment
Meeting, convention, and event planners spend time in their offices and onsite at hotels or convention centers. They often travel to attend events and visit prospective meeting sites. During meetings or conventions, planners may work many more hours than usual.
How to Become a Meeting, Convention, or Event Planner
Most meeting, convention, and event planning positions require a bachelor’s degree. Some hospitality industry experience related to event planning is considered valuable for many positions.
Pay
The median annual wage for meeting, convention, and event planners was $49,370 in May 2018.