Category: Your Event Career

Holiday Gift Guide for Event Planners—2019 Edition

Holiday Gift Guide for Event Planners—2019 Edition

December is officially here, which means holiday music is playing everywhere you turn, you’re forever cleaning snow off the car, and you’re always feeling frozen. But it’s also a time for friends, family, and showing them just how much they mean to you—and we definitely think that’s a reason to celebrate! This holiday season, if […]
Sarah Cavanagh

The Difference between Event Planning and Event Management

The Difference between Event Planning and Event Management

If you’re organized, love attention to detail, and always take charge of a situation like the leader you are, you may have a future as an event planner! Now the big question is: are you interested in event planning or event management? “But wait, aren’t those the exact same thing?” A lot of people tend […]
Sarah Cavanagh

How to Become a Party Planner

How to Become a Party Planner

More & more people today are hiring party planners for their special occasions. Here’s how you can cash-in your passion and become a party planner!
Mireille Pitre

How I Quit My Job to Start An Event Planning Business

How I Quit My Job to Start An Event Planning Business

QC Event School tutor Alyssa Perna recounts her journey on how she quit her job to start a successful Event Planning Business. Check out her story!
Katie Deck

How to Land Your First Wedding Planner Job

How to Land Your First Wedding Planner Job

Who would take a chance on a wedding planner who has zero experience? Here’s a secret: it’s not that hard! Let’s go through some dos & don’ts.
Mireille Pitre

How to Become a Promotional Event Planner in 1 Month!

How to Become a Promotional Event Planner in 1 Month!

Check out our guide to becoming a promotional event planner. Learn how to get the right training, build a stunning portfolio, and find event planner jobs!
Celena Feng

3 Lessons I Learned from Interning at Event Planning Companies

3 Lessons I Learned from Interning at Event Planning Companies

Event expert Alyssa Perna has had 3 incredible internships over the course of her career. Check out how they've helped her event planning career!
Celena Feng

Fix These 7 Event Planning Resume Mistakes Right Now!

Fix These 7 Event Planning Resume Mistakes Right Now!

These 7 event planning resume mistakes are too common for comfort! If you really want to land that coveted event planner job, fix these errors ASAP!
Celena Feng

How to Find an AMAZING Event Photographer

How to Find an AMAZING Event Photographer

Event planners must team up with photographers pros to bring their clients' vision to life! Here's what you should look for in a great event photographer!
Celena Feng

4 Things an Event Planner is NOT

4 Things an Event Planner is NOT

Some clients ask a little too much of their planners. Before you accept any event planner jobs, learn how to stand your ground and manage expectations!
Celena Feng