{"id":16640,"date":"2019-04-25T07:49:00","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T12:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/?p=16640"},"modified":"2019-04-25T07:49:00","modified_gmt":"2019-04-25T12:49:00","slug":"how-to-make-it-millennial-become-an-event-planner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/how-to-make-it-millennial-become-an-event-planner","title":{"rendered":"How to \u201cMake It\u201d as a Millennial Event Planner"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/tutors\/alyssa-perna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alyssa Perna<\/a>\u00a0is the Head of Operations &amp; Productions for the Americas at Smithers and the lead instructor (and tutor!) for QC\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/online-event-courses\/corporate-event-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corporate Event Planning course<\/a>.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>It can be challenging to break into a career in event planning. Most jobs require experience, certifications and specialized skills. But we all had to start somewhere. Know that you will pave your own unique path towards a successful event planning career. All it takes is having the right skills and experience under your belt\u2014easy peasy!<\/p>\n<p>Just kidding\u2014we know how hard it is find your footing when you\u2019re new to industry. Thankfully, you\u2019re not alone! Check out these tips for success for budding millennial event planners!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/how-to-make-it-millennial-become-an-event-planner\/#Millennials_have_an_edge-up\" >Millennials have an edge-up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/how-to-make-it-millennial-become-an-event-planner\/#Knowledge_through_hands-on_experience\" >Knowledge through hands-on experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/how-to-make-it-millennial-become-an-event-planner\/#Knowledge_through_professional_event_planner_training\" >Knowledge through professional event planner training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/how-to-make-it-millennial-become-an-event-planner\/#It_comes_down_to_you\" >It comes down to you<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Millennials_have_an_edge-up\"><\/span>Millennials have an edge-up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re a millennial, you\u2019re likely at the forefront of the latest trends. You know exactly what\u2019s happening in the technology, social media, and design realms! You are likely technology proficient, meaning that you may know <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2016\/09\/event-planners-heres-step-social-media-game\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to use social media<\/a> to maximize visibility on any interest. This places you ahead of the curve when building a brand or marketing something\u2014whether it be an event, an organization, or yourself.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16647\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T090701.755.jpg\" alt=\"young event planning student who is tech savvy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T090701.755.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T090701.755-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Better yet, are you in-the-know about the latest event technology trends, from live graffiti art battles to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2017\/09\/6-ways-add-technology-next-event\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">live-tweeting at an event<\/a>? Whatever it is, don\u2019t forget to tout your skills and know-how as key assets on your <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/05\/boost-your-resume-with-event-planner-certification-programs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">event planner resume<\/a>! Make sure to talk about the things that set you apart generationally. Doing so can benefit your career growth, abilities and progression in the event planner industry.<\/p>\n<p>As you learn more about event planning, you\u2019ll find out what it is you excel at. Is it your creativity or your business smarts? Maybe you excel at handling extremely stressful situations (a.k.a. large-scale productions). Or perhaps you rock at managing a diverse team and <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/02\/know-handle-7-event-budget-busters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">complex budgets<\/a>. As you gain experience, you\u2019ll begin to find your niche\u2014the types of services you <em>love<\/em> to do!<\/p>\n<p>For example, take a look at the Founder and CEO of <em>Social Tables<\/em>. He\u2019s a millennial tech entrepreneur who created the leading platform for diagramming event floor plans, designs, and more. He recognized a need in the event industry for software that would help planners do their job more efficiently and put his unique skillset to work.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Knowledge_through_hands-on_experience\"><\/span>Knowledge through hands-on experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Establishing yourself in the industry isn\u2019t easy. How can you become an event planner without any experience under your belt? There\u2019s truly nothing like gaining real-world experience, but it doesn\u2019t necessarily need to come from a full-time job\u2026<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16644\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T085932.646.jpg\" alt=\"young millennial event planners\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T085932.646.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T085932.646-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here are three ways you can gain valuable experience as a novice planner.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you\u2019re a millennial with more flexibility in your schedule, consider applying for an <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2016\/05\/learn-about-event-planner-internships-part\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">internship under a seasoned planner<\/a>. If they can\u2019t commit to a formal internship, you may consider shadowing them instead. Reach out to them on LinkedIn or shoot them an email. It may seem awkward, but many event planners are open to meeting for coffee and an informational interview.<\/li>\n<li>You can also volunteer with an organization where you can gain real-world experience by showcasing your event planning skills. For example, you can volunteer with a non-profit organization and help them plan event logistics or <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/10\/what-does-an-event-decorator-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">create the event decor<\/a> for a gala.<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities in <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/03\/event-planning-careers-thrive-6-industries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the hospitality industry<\/a> are also a great way to get started. You might work private events for a restaurant or work a part-time catering position as a server. By gaining experience, you gain knowledge. But knowledge also comes from education\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Knowledge_through_professional_event_planner_training\"><\/span>Knowledge through professional event planner training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Professional training ensures that you have the proper knowledge and credentials to walk the walk.<\/p>\n<p>When you complete a recognized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/online-event-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">event planning course<\/a>, you\u2019ll earn a physical event planning certificate. Not only will you earn the technical skills to work with a variety of clients and event professionals should you start your own event planning business. But you\u2019ll also stand out as a well-rounded, knowledgeable candidate for an event planning job with a company.<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16649\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T090856.918.jpg\" alt=\"event decor training from an event planning course\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T090856.918.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-04-25T090856.918-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"It_comes_down_to_you\"><\/span>It comes down to you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a millennial planner myself, I\u2019ve experienced the recession that taught me just how much hard work and determination can pay off. And if you\u2019re anything like me, you\u2019re non-complacent, driven, and passionate about doing meaningful work. While getting ahead in your career still requires hard work and patience, your ambition and determination will certainly help you climb the career ladder.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have any tips for young millennials who want to enter the event planning industry? Leave a comment!<\/p>\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Mistakes are a rite of passage. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2019\/02\/mistakes-all-rookie-event-planners-make-their-first-year\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 rookie mistakes every new event planner will make their first year<\/a>!<\/i><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>QC Event School tutor and millennial planner, Alyssa Perna, gives us the inside scoop on how to become an event planner in the competitive event planning industry!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":16646,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[351],"class_list":["post-16640","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-from-the-experts"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v26.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to \u201cMake It\u201d as a Millennial Event Planner - 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