Your Questions About Event Planning
October 21, 2011 by The Expert
Filed under Event Planning Q & A
Sandy asks…
Best NYC catering/event planners to work for?
I have experience working for a couple of catering companies in Connecticut, but would like to break in to New York City area. Does anyone know something about who they are, when they are busy, etc? Right now in CT. it’s pretty slow. I really don’t want the restaurant scene anymore.
The Expert answers:
Katz Deli is one of the best 205 E Houston
212-254-2246
William asks…
Looking for a event planner in NYC to help with decorating a space for sweet 16.?
I’m looking for an affordable event planner to help me decorating a loft for a sweet16. The theme is glow-in the dark with a twist of pink and zebra print in the mix. If you know of anyone please let me know. The event is in Jan. 2010 in Brooklyn, NY. Thanks
The Expert answers:
Don’t go with an event coordinator. You will pay a fortune. Call Macy’s in Herald Square, ask for the visual display department. Explain to the person that answers that you are looking for a low priced, but talented display coordinator that could help you with a party and could she recommend on particularly talented staff member.
Helen asks…
How do i go about moving to America to work as an Event Planner?
I am in my last year at high school in the UK, and my dream job would be to be an Event Planner in the USA, preferably in Los Angeles or NYC, but how do i go about doing this?
What courses would i need to take at college in the UK? Also how would i go about moving over there and how would i get a job? Can UK students move over there and get internships?
Any information would be greatly appreciated thanks:-).
The Expert answers:
I don’t want to burst your bubble but America right now is in a recession and Event Planners are not the most sought after employees regardless of your education. Why not major in medicine and then transfer your skills and interests once gainfully employed in the US and making good money. Event Planners do not require as much education as they do familiarity with matching clients to products and services to take the stress off the clients. It’s unlikely there are internships for planners as there would be in nursing and other medical specialties. Follow your heart in what you do but use your head. If you are thinking of moving to LA or NY, please understand the costs of living … There are enough homeless people there already.
Mark asks…
What to do after getting degree in Event Planning?
After I have received my degree in NYC how do i start my career as an event planner? where do i go? please help!
The Expert answers:
Hotels hire event planners, so you can start there.
Richard asks…
Do you need an event planner for your upcoming social event?
Hello everyone.
I am a dynamic, reliable, and experienced event planner based in Central New Jersey but will travel to NYC, NY state, and PA. I just starting my event planning business and would love to offer you great service for great introductory rates! If interested, please let me know that you will be sending me an email for more information below then feel free to email us at Jolieaffaire@live.com for more details. Thank you for your time and I look forward to speaking and working with you.
Cortney Cage
Jolie Affaire LLC
The Expert answers:
Not right now but I’ll keep you in my rolodex.
Ken asks…
Moving to NYC!Need advice?!?
Hello im a 20 year old female who has recently been asked to move to NYC the bronx to be exact my friend from high-school has a room in her 2bdrm apt that I could totally afford although i have been born and raised in san diego, ca so obviously NYC would be a total culture shock! But my dream is to become an event planner and I know that’s the city to do it in!So if anyone has any advice on moving to NYC or about my question I would love it thanks!!!
The Expert answers:
I agree with harry…you should really ask where in the bronx since this aint Cali….we dont say “totally” here.
Lizzie asks…
I want to become an Event or Wedding planner…?
at first since i was little and up until this minute i have wanted to design gowns. but the man i plan on marrying is going into BMT for the airforce the 20th and i think he will plan on having hois active duty in California if possible. So my plans to live in Nyc with fashion have been busted. How do i go about becoming an event or wedding planner/consultant?
The Expert answers:
I used to be a professional event planner as part of my job in development (fund-raising and special events). In other words, event planning was part of my job, but not the entire job. I did not plan weddings however, but other types of events such as concerts and other charity events. One thing that helped me get that job was my volunteer work planning events, as I had planned events for organizations since I was a teenager (dances, conferences, etc.). So that provided some fodder on the resume. Also, I had computer skills and a previous job in development, minus the event planning which was all done by two women on the organization.
You can get into event planning via volunteer work, and also I believe there are now certificates offered in development. If you want to specialize in wedding planning, you can help friends plan their weddings (for free of course) to gain experience. Then you can be an assistant to a wedding planner, and then one on your own.
Donald asks…
Is my salary good enough to ?
I’m doing a project in my 12th grade economics class where I’m a public relations manager/event planner living in New York City. My savings starting out are $2500 and my yearly salary is $40,100. Is that good enough money to make it on my own in NYC? Would I be able to get a nice apartment?
The Expert answers:
No and No. I am adding a web site for you to compare the cost of living in New York City to wherever you are (see below) which should help you.
Good luck!
Laura asks…
Hi all, do they ever hired a guy as their wedding planner?
I’m 26YO guy who will starting a wedding/event planner course in NYC. i did some of weddings (of my friends) in my community church. i did (almost) everything. from budgeting, decorating, invitation, time planning on the big day, making a hand bouquet for the bride, center pieces, become the Master of Ceremony, and i even sing in their wedding, and of course clean it up when it’s done. the Bad thing is, i never photograph all of my creation. 
so i dont have a portfolio. my only question is, do you think they will hire a guy as their wedding planner? i really want to become as awedding planner, open my own business so bad.
any suggestion? advice?
and can someone give me an idea, how much (approx.) the beginner wedding planner can make?
The Expert answers:
It wouldn’t matter if they were male or female, as long as I was comfortable with them. (Father of the Bride comes to mind!)
You didn’t photograph?! Ahhh! That is where your business lies! Here’s what I would do, now that it’s after-the-fact. Go back to the brides and grooms and ask for some set-up pictures. They probably have a bunch left over, and who really cares about the overall photos anyway? Then, ask if they can write a recommendation for you, as well as use them as a reference. Obviously, only ask if you think the answer will be yes. You don’t want to make it awkward.
Get on those databases for wedding planners. So that when someone types in “wedding planner los angeles” (or wherever it is you live” you can pop up with a picture, a portfolio, and your recommendations.
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