As an event planner, you’ll be involved in every aspect of a guest’s social or professional event. After meeting with your client to establish the event’s scope, you could manage food, beverages, entertainment, transportation, decor, accommodations, audiovisual equipment and more. This role is expected to grow by 18% from 2021–2031, and nationally, has a median annual salary of $49,470.*
Professionals serving in this role in Florida earn more. The state’s mean annual wage for this position is $55,330, and the state is listed in the top five states with the highest employment level in meeting, convention and event planners.*