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Weekend Event Planner Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Marketing, Communications, Business, or Event Planning background preferred (not required) Schedule Options Full-Time: * 35-40 hours per week * Flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends ...

Target companiesthat use DMCs and independent planners to find event venues. * Create and ... Required to work weekends and late nights, along with daytime office hours. The Event Sales Manager ...

Event Planning * Coordinate event details with clients once the contract is signed. * Work with all ... Required to work weekends and late nights, along with daytime office hours. The Event Sales Manager ...

Event Planning * Coordinate event details with clients once the contract is signed. * Work with all ... Required to work weekends and late nights, along with daytime office hours. The Event Sales Manager ...

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys both execution and strategic input, and is looking to grow into a more senior, strategy-focused role over time. Key Responsibilities Event Planning ...

Event Sales Coordinator

Durham, NC · On-site

$19.25 - $26.50/hr

Support member retention through personalized engagement and thoughtful service Event Planning ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by ...

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 ...

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 ...

USA - Meeting Planner

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$52.50K - $71.90K/yr

Yes Top 3-5 Must Have Non-negotiable Skills Required 1. Organization 2. Customer service oriented attitude 3. Event planning experience 4. Presentation skills 5. Collaboration and teamwork Is a ...

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How much do weekend event planner jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend event planner in Raleigh, NC is $29.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.37 and $34.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Event Planner, and why are they important?

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.

What does a Weekend Event Planner do?

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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Blood Drive Event Planner (Wake Forest)

Blood Drive Event Planner (Wake Forest)

tbc

Wake Forest, NC

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


TBC Corporation rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

83rd of 332 rated retail wholesalers


Job description

  • 30 Days PTO! - Use it, Cash it, Roll it
  • Potential Company Bonuses
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, and Dental)
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance

Position Overview

  • As part of the Donor Resources Department, the Account Manager is responsible for the goal of a territory. 
  • Responsible for managing existing blood drive accounts, maximizing their production, finding new accounts, and working efficiently to best utilize corporate resources. 
  • Works closely with the Donor Resources management team to meet and exceed the collection goals and inventory needs of The Blood Connection while building strong relationships in the territory.
  • Provides all necessary support to blood drive coordinators through personalized, consistent, and proactive planning, utilization of appropriate marketing and advertising tools, donor appointment management, and appropriate follow-up. 

Essential Functions

  • Plan and execute effective strategies to recruit, retain, and manage sponsor group organizations and relationships to achieve territory blood collection goals
  • Establishes blood drive projections in line with Divisional resources and needs
  • Develop potential sponsor leads
  • Strategize recruitment tactics well in advance of blood drive date and adhere to drive planning best practices
  • Hold external stakeholders responsible for helping to achieve drive goals
  • Effectively communicates with donor chairpersons and donor groups pre, during and post drive event
  • Encourages creativity and successful campaigns to increase donor participation at blood drives
  • Implements all TBC marketing programs
  • Exhibit teamwork within division to help ensure Divisional goal is met
  • Establishes committees to recruit donors and volunteer at drives
  • Coordinates meetings and presentations within sponsor groups to teach donor recruitment techniques and encourage importance of each account hitting goal
  • Provides superior customer service to blood donors, blood donor groups, internal and external customers.
  • Establishes patronage and relationships with blood drive sponsor groups
  • Educates the community by attending health fairs and community/marketing events and giving presentations to spread the mission of The Blood Connection
  • Organizes meetings with sponsor contacts, committees, and/or employees to educate them and promote blood drives. Seeks out opportunities to speak at services at houses of worship
  • Seeks out supervisory, health/safety meetings, and employee meetings to further educate and recruit donors for blood drives
  • Builds strong relationships with sponsor groups to grow blood drives into more successful events

  Minimum Qualifications

  • College degree preferred
  • Outside sales and/or marketing experience of 2 years preferred or related experience.
  • Public Speaking-ability to sell The Blood Connection to all groups in the community by carrying our message of community service and the necessity of participation and support
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  • Valid Driver’s License with no major infractions and dependable transportation
  • Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously to patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workers
  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to work with all levels and in a diverse work environment
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lifting up to 25 pounds
  • Sitting, standing, or walking for an extended period
  • Bending and twisting