Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $20.00 - $35.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

flexible schedule
training provided
contract role
competitive pay

Job Description

Leigh & Co. Events is a rapidly expanding wedding planning company with a presence throughout the entire United States. Specializing in wedding design, planning, and coordination, Leigh & Co. Events is dedicated to making each couple's special day seamless and memorable. Our services encompass a variety of aspects in wedding preparation and execution, ensuring that every detail is carefully considered and flawlessly carried out. As a company committed to excellence and client satisfaction, we provide comprehensive support to engaged couples from the initial planning stages to the final moments of their wedding day.

We are currently seeking Lead Wedding Coordinators based in Oklahoma City for contract positions starting with the 2026 wedding season and beyond. This role offers flexibility in scheduling, allowing coordinators to pick their own hours based on project needs, supported by thorough training to set them up for success. Pay for this role ranges from $20 to $35 per hour and is compensated on a per-project basis, making it an attractive opportunity for those passionate about weddings and interested in gaining hands-on experience in the wedding industry.

The Lead Wedding Coordinator plays a pivotal role within our team, leading the execution of wedding day events primarily onsite. This position requires an individual who can act as the primary liaison among the couple, vendors, and the wedding team to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience. Responsibilities include creating detailed wedding timelines, managing day-of operations from the early morning setup to the end-of-night teardown, and overseeing the arrangement and decoration of the venue. The coordinator will serve as an advocate to the couple, helping them remain calm and composed throughout the day, and addressing any issues that arise promptly. Interaction with vendors is key to this role, as is providing assistance to the wedding party and family members with any needs or concerns.

This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals with strong communication skills who enjoy working in a dynamic environment and thrive under the unique pressures of event coordination. To meet the demands of the job, candidates must be comfortable working weekends and capable of physically managing event materials. Reliable transportation is essential for timely arrival at venues. The Lead Wedding Coordinator is instrumental in enhancing the couple's wedding day experience by ensuring flawless execution and meticulous attention to detail from start to finish.

Job Requirements

  • Ability to work weekends is essential
  • Must have 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner
  • Must have strong communication skills and be detail oriented
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs

Job Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience as a wedding planner or event planner
  • Strong communication skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to work weekends
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to carry and lift 30 lbs

Job Duties

  • Create wedding timelines for couples
  • Be an advocate for the couple, keeping them calm under pressure and assisting with any issues that arise throughout the day
  • Oversee ceremony and reception set up
  • Execute all day-of operations for the wedding, including presence at the venue from morning until tear down at night
  • Greet and direct all vendors
  • Communicate with all vendors regarding set ups
  • Set up seating cards, menu cards, table numbers, favors, guest book and other decor
  • Assist the wedding party and family with any needs, questions or concerns
  • Ensure end of event arrangements are made for gifts, guest book, toasting flutes

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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