Summary Event Planner in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

Find key facts and figures about working as an event planner. The following information is applicable to all Conference and event planners (NOC 12103).

Description

Conference and event planners plan, organize and coordinate conferences, conventions, meetings, seminars, exhibitions, trade shows, festivals and other events. They are employed by tourism associations, trade and professional associations, convention and conference centres, governments and by conference and event planning companies, or they may be self-employed.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$29.81/hour

Median wage in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

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Jobs

9 jobs

advertised in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region

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Competencies

  • Coordinating
  • Time Management
  • Management of Material Resources
  • Oral Communication: Oral Expression
  • Negotiating

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