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ISP RAS

Event Planner

Piscataway, NJ · Hybrid

Must be aware that it may include weekends. * #LI-HYBRID Skills & Other Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Event Planning, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred). * Certified ...

IEEE

Event Planner

Piscataway, NJ · On-site

Must be aware that it may include weekends. * #LI-HYBRID Qualifications Skills & Other Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Event Planning, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred)

AA2IT

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

Event Planner Title: Event Planner Pay Rate: $25-27/HR on W2 Hours: Normal hours, with overtime ... Very busy meeting and events location Weekend and evening events on a regular basis Uses outside ...

BCD TripTech

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Event Planner At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the ...

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BCD Travel

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

Disability Allies

Event Planner

East Brunswick, NJ

The Event Planner is a part time position. You must be willing to join us at our monthly committee meetings at the Milltown Public Library at 10am on the Second Saturday of the Month. The Event ...

The TMC Group

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

Event Planner Location: New York City (4 days in-office) Salary: $90K-$110K + benefits Travel: ~30% About the Role We're partnering with a global financial services organization to find a talented ...

BCD Travel

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

Global Outsourcing

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$47K - $57K/yr

Events will range from organizing our presence at large corporate trade shows and academic conferences, down to full event planning of in- house conferences, and, finally, a range of webinars and ...

Disability Allies

Event Planner

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

The Event Planner reports to the Director and is responsible for the planning and organization of our events and managing our event registration. The title of the position is subject to change before ...

BCD Travel

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

BCD Travel

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

BCD

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

BCD Travel

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

BCD

Event Planner

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend event planner in Brooklyn, NY is $32.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.29 and $37.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Weekend Event Planner, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in coordinating logistics, often supported by a background in hospitality or event management. Familiarity with event planning software, budgeting tools, and vendor management systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills set top performers apart in this role. These abilities are crucial for ensuring seamless events, client satisfaction, and the ability to manage unexpected challenges effectively.

What are some common challenges faced by Weekend Event Planners and how can they be managed?

Weekend Event Planners often encounter challenges such as last-minute changes, tight timelines, and coordinating with vendors who may have limited weekend availability. To manage these issues, strong organizational skills and contingency planning are essential, as is open communication with clients and suppliers. Building a reliable network of vendors and maintaining detailed schedules can help ensure events run smoothly, even when unexpected situations arise.

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A Weekend Event Planner is responsible for organizing, coordinating, and executing events that primarily take place over weekends. This can include weddings, parties, corporate gatherings, festivals, and community events. Their duties often involve managing logistics, booking venues, coordinating vendors, overseeing event setup and breakdown, and ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day of the event. Weekend Event Planners must be detail-oriented, excellent communicators, and skilled at managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
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Event Planner

ISP RAS

Piscataway, NJ • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Event Planner

Job Summary: As an Event Planner at IEEE, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, planning, and executing a wide range of events, from conferences and committee meetings to social gatherings and internal functions. You will work closely with various stakeholders, including the internal Staff, Volunteer members, and external partners, to ensure that our events are well-coordinated, successful, and contribute to the overall success of IEEE.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Event Planning: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to define event objectives, and requirements. Develop comprehensive event plans, including budgets, timelines, and logistics.

  • Venue Selection: Identify and secure suitable venues for events, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships to ensure the successful execution of events.

  • Program Support: Maintain event agendas, manage speakers or presenters, and provide guidance on event planning best practices. 

  • Logistics Management: Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including registration, catering, audiovisual needs, transportation, and accommodations, to guarantee a seamless event experience.

  • Registration Management: Create and maintain registration sites, compose attendee communication, provide registration reporting, oversee deployment of event apps, manage room blocks, prepare for onsite attendee management. 

  • Budget Management: Monitor and manage event budgets, track expenses, and provide regular financial reports to ensure events stay within budgetary constraints.

  • Post-Event Evaluation: Conduct post-event evaluations to measure the success of each event, gather insights, and identify areas for improvement.

  • Compliance: Ensure all events comply with relevant policies and guidelines, including safety, privacy, accessibility, sustainability, diversity & inclusion.

  • Special Projects and Initiatives: As assigned.

  • Event Concept Presentation & Communication: Skilled in developing and delivering strategic, data-driven presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and related tools, effectively communicating event concepts, proposals, and results to internal and external stakeholders to influence decisions and drive outcomes

  • Must be able to travel internally and dometically.  Must be aware that it may include weekends.

  • #LI-HYBRID

 
Skills & Other Requirements:
 

  • Bachelor's degree in Event Planning, Hospitality Management, or a related field (preferred).

  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation preferred but not required. 

  • Proven experience as an event planner or coordinator, with a strong portfolio of successfully executed events.

  • Excellent project management skills, including the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

  • Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

  • Proficiency in event planning software and tools such as Cvent. 

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality events.

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