Wedding & Event Planner - Richmond, VA

EZ Weddings and EZ Events is a distinguished wedding and event planning company based in Richmond, VA. We specialize in creating memorable and flawlessly executed weddings and events tailored to our clients' unique visions and needs. Our company prides itself on delivering exceptional client service, meticulous attention to detail, and seamless coordination to ensure every event is a success. We cater to a diverse clientele ranging from intimate weddings to large-scale corporate and community events, offering a personalized and professional planning experience. As a hybrid organization, we combine traditional event planning methodologies with modern communication tools to provide flexible and efficient service in today’s dynamic event landscape.

The role of Wedding & Event Planner / Coordination Lead at EZ Weddings and EZ Events offers a unique opportunity for a highly organized and client-focused professional to join our dynamic team. This is a hybrid role requiring the ability to fluidly pivot between wedding planning, which is detail-heavy and client-oriented, and event planning, which emphasizes logistics and execution. The ideal candidate will possess experience in both wedding and event planning, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain composure under pressure. This is a commission-based contractor position offering flexible scheduling aligned with booked events, with earning potential ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 annually, reflecting the significant revenue share from planning commissions.

In this role, you will serve as the primary planning contact for assigned clients, leading planning calls, consultations, and follow-ups with a professional and calm demeanor. You will guide clients through their planning journey, managing expectations and communications strategically to maintain a positive and structured client experience. The planner will build and manage comprehensive event timelines, ensuring all deadlines, deliverables, and vendor schedules are meticulously tracked and executed. You will coordinate vendor communications to confirm schedules and responsibilities while escalating issues to maintain smooth operations.

The wedding planning aspect of this role demands empathy and professionalism, as you guide couples through the emotionally significant process of their ceremony and reception. Attention to detail is paramount to handle intricate planning elements effectively. On the event planning side, you will focus on the logistics, staffing, and execution of corporate, private, and community events, ensuring clarity, efficiency, and practical solutions throughout the planning phases.

Internally, you will contribute to the company’s operational excellence by preparing clear handoff materials for execution teams and maintaining organized documentation. Your ability to work within structured company systems and maintain strong boundaries with clients will be crucial to your success in this role. EZ Weddings and EZ Events seeks a warm yet professional planner who is self-managed, dependable, and an excellent communicator ready to grow with the company as it expands its footprint in the Richmond area and beyond.

This opportunity offers flexible, project-based earning potential with the chance to develop into a larger leadership role within the company. We encourage applicants with a passion for weddings and events, exceptional organizational skills, and a professional demeanor to apply and join our vibrant team in delivering exceptional planning experiences for our diverse client base.