Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Coordinate activities of staff, convention personnel, or clients to make arrangements for group meetings, events, or conventions.
Median pay: $61,160/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +4.8% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 15,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events, such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.
• Review event bills for accuracy and approve payment.
• Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.
• Arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.
• Confer with staff at a chosen event site to coordinate details.
• Inspect event facilities to ensure that they conform to customer requirements.
• Maintain records of event aspects, including financial details.
• Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.
What's the median pay for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners?
The median pay for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners is $61,160 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners?
Employment for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners is projected to change +4.8% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners?
About 15,500 openings per year, on average, over the decade.