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Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Lexington, KY · On-site

$300/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Kentucky . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

North Bend, WA

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Washington . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Delaware . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Washington, DC · On-site

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in DC . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning services ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in New York . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Newport, RI

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Rhode Island . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Salt Lake City, UT

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Utah . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Spokane, WA

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Washington . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Columbus, GA · On-site

$300 - $350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Georgia . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Lahaina, HI · On-site

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Hawaii . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Portland, ME · On-site

$275 - $300/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Maine . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Coeur D Alene, ID · On-site

$300 - $350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Idaho . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

New York, NY · On-site

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in New York . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Tulsa, OK

$300/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Oklahoma . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$350 - $400/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Alaska . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Myrtle Beach, SC · On-site

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in South Carolina . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Nantucket, MA

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Massachusetts . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Conway, NH

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in New Hampshire . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Aspen, CO

$350/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Colorado . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

Leigh and Co.

Wedding Coordinator

Bentonville, AR · On-site

$300/wk

Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Arkansas . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning ...

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Wedding Coordinator

Leigh and Co.

Lexington, KY • On-site

$300/wk

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Kentucky. We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning services for engaged couples. The Lead Wedding Coordinator position is an exciting opportunity for those looking to be a wedding planner. This position is a contract role and you can pick your own schedule! Training is provided. Pay is $300 for a total of 10-12 hours and is paid per project. We're looking for individuals to join for this 2026 season and beyond.

This position will serve as a lead planner to provide wedding planning services for couples, primarily onsite. You will work alongside our client experience managers during the planning and assistant coordinators onsite to provide the following to execute weddings.

  • Attend a final details call with clients approximately 6 weeks prior to the wedding to confirm logistics, timeline, and expectations
  • Lead and facilitate the ceremony rehearsal on the day prior to the wedding, ensuring all participants are confident in timing, processional flow, and key cues
  • Serve as the primary advocate for the couple onsite - maintaining a calm, solutions-focused presence and supporting them through any challenges that arise
  • Oversee ceremony and reception setup in alignment with the event design and our day-of execution playbook
  • Manage full wedding day execution from initial vendor arrival through final breakdown at the end of the evening
  • Greet, direct, and act as the main point of contact for all vendors
  • Communicate setup instructions clearly to vendors to ensure alignment with the event plan
  • Coordinate and assist with placement of personal and event details including escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors, guest book, and décor elements
  • Support the wedding party and family members with guidance, timing cues, and any day-of needs
  • Ensure all end-of-event items (gifts, guest book, personal décor, etc.) are properly packed and accounted for
  • Proactively manage and resolve any issues or last-minute changes to maintain a smooth guest experience

Requirements

  • Ability to work weekends is essential
  • Must have 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner
  • Must have strong communication skills and be detail oriented
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs.