Wedding & Event Planner

Wedding & Event Planner / Coordination Lead (Hybrid Role) (Commission Based)

EZ Weddings / EZ Events – Richmond, VA

Overview
EZ Weddings and EZ Events is seeking a highly organized, client-facing Wedding & Event Planner / Coordination Lead to support both wedding and event planning operations.
This role is ideal for someone who is:

experienced in planning weddings and events
strong with client communication
organized and calm under pressure
able to manage both emotional wedding clients and operational event clients

This is a hybrid planning role that requires the ability to shift between:

wedding planning (detail-heavy, client-focused)
event planning (logistics-focused, execution-driven)

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What You’ll Do
Client Planning & Communication

Serve as the primary planning contact for assigned clients
Lead planning calls, consultations, and follow-ups
Guide clients through planning steps based on their service level
Maintain professional, calm, and structured communication
Set boundaries clearly while maintaining a positive client experience

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Timeline & Planning Management

Build and manage event timelines
Track deadlines, deliverables, and planning milestones
Organize key event details including vendor timing and flow
Identify missing pieces or planning gaps early
Prepare events for smooth execution

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Vendor Coordination

Communicate with vendors regarding schedules and expectations
Confirm vendor timelines and responsibilities
Maintain organized vendor lists and notes
Escalate issues when necessary

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Wedding Planning

Guide couples through ceremony and reception flow
Support emotionally sensitive situations professionally
Maintain strong attention to detail and structure

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Event Planning

Plan corporate, private, and community events
Focus on logistics, staffing, and execution clarity
Keep planning efficient and practical

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Internal Coordination

Work within company systems and service structures
Prepare clear handoff materials for execution teams
Maintain organized documentation for each event

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What We’re Looking For

Wedding and/or event planning experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Calm under pressure
Professional and polished demeanor
Able to manage clients without becoming overly available
Strong boundaries and follow-through
Comfortable working in a structured company environment

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Ideal Traits

Warm but not chaotic
Organized, not just creative
Professional with clients and vendors
Clear communicator
Self-managed and dependable

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Compensation

25% of collected planning revenue (paid after client payment clears)
Flexible, project-based earning potential
Opportunity to grow into a larger role as the company expands

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Position Details

Contractor / commission-based role
Flexible scheduling based on booked events
Local availability preferred (Richmond area)

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To Apply please submit the following to [email protected]:
1.) Resume or relevant experience

2.) Brief summary of your planning background

3.) Example of an event and a wedding you’ve managed

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $50,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, VA 23230