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Marriott

Director-Event Planning

Seattle, WA

JOB SUMMARY Manages event planning functions and staff on a daily basis. Core area of ... Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending ...

Bridgewater State College

Event Planner

Bridgewater, MA · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

... full-time staff with coordinating and managing larger campus events. * Provide event coverage as ... Participate in planning meetings with sponsors, service providers and staff. * Attend training ...

Straumann

Education Event Planner

Andover, MA · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Lead end-to-end event planning for assigned sales regions, and support logistics of large-scale ... Employment Type: Full Time Alternative Locations: United States : Andover (MA) Travel Percentage: 0 ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time destination event planning in the United States is $75,268.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Destination Event Planning vs Destination Event Coordination?

AspectFull Time Destination Event PlanningDestination Event Coordination
CredentialsEvent planning certifications, hospitality or tourism degrees often preferredSimilar certifications, often with a focus on logistics and coordination
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visits, travel to event locations, client meetingsPrimarily on-site at event locations, managing logistics and vendor coordination
Employer & Industry UsageEvent planning agencies, hotels, resorts, corporate event companiesHotels, resorts, destination management companies, event vendors

Full Time Destination Event Planning involves comprehensive planning, budgeting, and managing entire events at destination locations, often requiring strategic oversight. Destination Event Coordination focuses on executing plans, managing vendors, and ensuring smooth operations during the event. Both roles require similar credentials and work environments but differ mainly in scope and responsibility.

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Director-Event Planning

Director-Event Planning

Marriott

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Marriott International rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 1,143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 105 rated hotels

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Manages event planning functions and staff on a daily basis. Core area of responsibility is the event planning team, including the Senior Event Managers, Event Managers, Associate Event Managers and Administrative Assistants. Position oversees the administrative processes associated with the pre-event and post-event phases of an event and the associated transitions between all event phases. Ensures a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales while consistently delivering a high level of service. Ensures the team maximizes revenue opportunities by up-selling and accurately forecasting (catering and group rooms) all events. The position is responsible for achieving guest and employee satisfaction and for managing the financial performance of the department.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Event Planning Operations

Assigns all events turned over to Event Planning team.

Oversees for turned opportunities' function space and group room blocks.

Communicates and executes departmental and property emergency procedures and ensures staff are trained in safety procedures.

Leads execution of activities to support the Event Management strategy.

Works with direct reports to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts.

Leads discussions to review event complexity and proactively avoid service challenges and failures.

Ensures the property is apprised of all groups that will impact property operations.

Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs.

Maintains inventories to maximize customer satisfaction and revenue opportunities.

Works with highly complex or high profile groups when financial impact will be significant.

Leading Event Planning Team

Leads the catering menu development process.

Champions all standards, policies and procedures for the Event Planning team.

Leads Event Management meetings.

Providing and Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.

Shares plans with property leadership and ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve guest satisfaction.

Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.

Strives to improve service performance.

Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

Managing the Sales and Marketing Strategy

Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.

Consult with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

Establishes customer service guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.

Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.

Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and or managers.

Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service and planning needs are met.

 
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts.  Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.

Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.  

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.04359 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 7 holidays annually. 
At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand's unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalteam, and become the best version of you.

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