{"id":5770,"date":"2015-10-13T08:00:35","date_gmt":"2015-10-13T13:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/?p=5770"},"modified":"2015-10-13T08:00:35","modified_gmt":"2015-10-13T13:00:35","slug":"youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what","title":{"rendered":"You\u2019re Certified! \u2026Now What?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s official- you\u2019re a certified event planner! You\u2019ve learned theories and techniques, practiced with your friends and family, and you\u2019re ready to start your professional career!<\/p>\n<p>\u2026 Now what?<\/p>\n<p>Many beginner event planners feel apprehensive about how to spark their career once they\u2019re finished training. How can you start building a client base? What steps should you take in your first year?<\/p>\n<p>Turning your training into practical work experience doesn\u2019t happen overnight. Here are 8 steps you can take to get the ball rolling!<\/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\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#1_Start_networking_if_you_havent_already\" >1. Start networking (if you haven\u2019t already)<\/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\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#2_Consider_hospitality\" >2. Consider hospitality<\/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\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#3Become_an_assistant\" >3.Become an assistant<\/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\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#4Volunteer_your_time\" >4.Volunteer your time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#5_Keep_applying\" >5. Keep applying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#6_Build_your_brand\" >6. Build your brand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#7_Organize_a_styled_shoot\" >7. Organize a styled shoot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#8_Offer_lessons_workshops_or_parties\" >8. Offer lessons, workshops, or parties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#Keep_it_up\" >Keep it up!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/youre-a-certified-event-planner-now-what\/#How_are_you_planning_on_starting_your_event_planner_career_Let_us_know_in_a_comment\" >How are you planning on starting your event planner career? Let us know in a comment!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Start_networking_if_you_havent_already\"><\/span>1. Start networking (if you haven\u2019t already)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Interacting with other event planners, or even just frequent hosts and event enthusiasts, will do wonders for getting your name out there. The professionals who trained you might connect you with job opportunities. Fellow event planners might know of clients they can\u2019t take but that they\u2019d be willing to refer you to.<\/p>\n<p>Network online in forums and on social networks, interact with other planners at conventions, or seek out other professionals who might want to work with an event planner, like caterers, photographers, and businesses that regularly host parties.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"391\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-networking.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- How to be a party planner- networking\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-networking.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-networking-300x159.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><i><b>Pro tip:<\/b> While the Internet is a great way to make new contacts, nothing beats a face-to-face interaction! Don\u2019t rely solely on Facebook. Take the time to meet key influencers in person!<\/i><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Consider_hospitality\"><\/span>2. Consider hospitality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some qualified event planners look at hospitality work as being a step down from their own independent contracts. Many planners prefer to concentrate on freelance planning that could lead to establishing their own business. In reality, the two jobs can support each other very well.<\/p>\n<p>Especially during your first year in the industry, working in hospitality is both an educational and a networking opportunity. You might plan dinners of various formalities for large hotels or different kinds of parties for a resort. If you decide to move on to freelance work or apply for jobs with event planning agencies, hospitality experience work will look great on your resume.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"399\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5781\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-Event-Planner-Certification-Career-in-Hospitality.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- Event Planner Certification- Career in Hospitality\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-Event-Planner-Certification-Career-in-Hospitality.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-Event-Planner-Certification-Career-in-Hospitality-300x162.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3Become_an_assistant\"><\/span>3.Become an assistant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There\u2019s no shame in starting at the bottom of the ladder. Shadowing a more experienced event planner is an amazing opportunity to refine your skills and learn through hands-on work. That planner\u2019s clients might even recommend you to others if they like what you do.<\/p>\n<p>Shadowing someone with more experience lets you see what successful planners do right and how they handle it when things go wrong. Assistantships are a great transition between your training and your professional career. They\u2019ll prepare you for making your own way in the industry!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"364\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-Event-Planner-Certification-Assistant-to-help-get-event-planner-job.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- Event Planner Certification- Assistant to help get event planner job\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-Event-Planner-Certification-Assistant-to-help-get-event-planner-job.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-Event-Planner-Certification-Assistant-to-help-get-event-planner-job-300x148.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4Volunteer_your_time\"><\/span>4.Volunteer your time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just because you\u2019re a beginner doesn\u2019t mean you should give your services away for free. Doing too much work for no pay devalues your skills. Potential clients might think that you work for free because you\u2019re not very good.<\/p>\n<p>In your first year, however, volunteering your time for a good cause can be extremely beneficial. Volunteering is a great opportunity to practice while you network!<\/p>\n<p>Contact local retirement homes and charitable foundations or donate your time on a special event they have in mind, in exchange for a review of your services. Make sure you network with all the participants of the event!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"341\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5779\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-volunteer-work.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- How to be a party planner- volunteer work\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-volunteer-work.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-volunteer-work-300x139.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Keep_applying\"><\/span>5. Keep applying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During their first year in the industry, many event planners struggle with inconsistency between contracts and jobs. Don\u2019t let this discourage you from taking temporary contracts or applying for jobs with event planning companies.<\/p>\n<p>Not hearing back from potential employers is no reason to stop distributing your portfolio and resume. Think about it this way: the more resumes you submit, the more potential clients or employers will be introduced to your name. In the time it takes for one of them to call you, submit more applications, work small contracts, take volunteer opportunities, or shadow more experienced professionals.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"329\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5778\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-keep-applying-for-event-planner-jobs.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- How to be a party planner- keep applying for event planner jobs\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-keep-applying-for-event-planner-jobs.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-keep-applying-for-event-planner-jobs-300x134.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The things you do between big contracts keep you in practice, teach you new things, and build your resume. It also looks more impressive to potential clients and employers if you\u2019re active between jobs, rather than disappearing from the industry.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Build_your_brand\"><\/span>6. Build your brand<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the smartest things a beginner event planner can do in their first year is build their brand and establish a solid presence online and in their local industry.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re not volunteering or assisting, work on building a quality website, starting a blog, and creating a professional portfolio. The stronger your branding platforms are, the more easily potential clients and employers can see the quality of your work, making them more likely to hire you.<\/p>\n<p>Need help to get started? Check this out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/2014\/09\/building-your-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Building Your Website: What you Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"393\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5777\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-build-your-brand.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- How to be a party planner- build your brand\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-build-your-brand.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-build-your-brand-300x160.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Organize_a_styled_shoot\"><\/span>7. Organize a styled shoot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A styled photo shoot is probably the single best way you can build your brand and get your name out there. Coordinate with local vendors (makeup artists, photographers, caterers, florists, etc.) and create a theme that will showcase your combined skills.<\/p>\n<p>All vendors (including yourself) donate their time, and once the shoot is completed you all get to use the photos to promote your work.<\/p>\n<p>Want to learn more about styled shoots? Check out these articles: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2015\/02\/marketing-styled-shoot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Marketing Yourself through a Styled Shoot<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2014\/09\/event-photo-shoot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Set Up a Styled Event Photo Shoot<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"356\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5776\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-styled-shoots.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- How to be a party planner- styled shoots\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-styled-shoots.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-styled-shoots-300x145.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Offer_lessons_workshops_or_parties\"><\/span>8. Offer lessons, workshops, or parties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you find that you have space between work opportunities, do something about it! Try not to sit back and wait until something falls into your lap. Event planning is one of the few industries where professionals can create work for themselves.<\/p>\n<p>Between jobs, tell your friends and past clients that you\u2019re available for things like instructional workshops and planning parties where guests learn how to host great events of their own. Even one-time jobs like these support your resume, and they also show potential clients and employers that you\u2019re pro-active about your career.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"395\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5775\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-event-planner-job.jpg\" alt=\"Event Blog- How to be a party planner- event planner job\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-event-planner-job.jpg 738w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/Event-Blog-How-to-be-a-party-planner-event-planner-job-300x161.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"highlight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_it_up\"><\/span>Keep it up!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your first year working as a professional event planner might be a challenge, but there are ways to help yourself. Don\u2019t let feelings of uncertainty stop you from taking steps towards an active career and a solid client base. New planners who show initiative and drive during their first year in the industry will spark a successful career for themselves.<\/p>\n<h2 align=\"center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_you_planning_on_starting_your_event_planner_career_Let_us_know_in_a_comment\"><\/span><i>How are you planning on starting your event planner career? Let us know in a comment!<\/i><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that you&#8217;re a certified event planner, how do you turn your training into practical work experience? 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