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Launch Your Career in Events Management

Plan any event! From concerts & conferences to weddings & parties, we handle it all. Non-profit, corporate, or personal – make your event unforgettable.

4.4(45)
1,938students
59m
Certificate
Hanna Ashcraft
Hanna AshcraftTravel Blogger | Content Creator

Course Content

Launch Your Career in Events Management is a beginner-level Skillshare course taught by Hanna Ashcraft. It runs 59m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.4 out of 5 from 45 reviews, with 1,938 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published March 2019.

Looking to launch a career in events management? Or perhaps you want to add event planning skills to your current role, start a lucrative side hustle, or build a freelance career? You've come to the right place!

The world is brimming with events – from large-scale conferences and festivals to intimate weddings, birthday parties, concerts, parades, the Olympics, and even presidential campaigns. Every single one requires skilled planning and execution.

Developing expertise in event management offers numerous personal benefits:

  • Enhanced Organization: Become more efficient and organized in all aspects of your work.
  • Improved Project Management: Master the art of planning, executing, and overseeing projects.
  • Leadership Skills: Practice managing teams and delegating tasks effectively.
  • Resourceful Support: Be the go-to person for friends and family planning their special occasions.
  • Career Flexibility: Transform your skills into a profitable side hustle or freelance event planning career.

This course explores the diverse roles within event management and provides a realistic overview of the industry. We'll delve into four key skill areas essential for success:

  • Gaining Practical Experience: Learn how to build a strong foundation through hands-on involvement.
  • Building Strong Relationships: Master the art of connecting with clients, vendors, and your team.
  • Proactive Planning: Develop a proactive approach to anticipate challenges and seize opportunities.
  • Organizational Mastery: Discover effective organizational tips to streamline event logistics.

Beyond skill development, you'll gain practical guidance on:

  • Landing an Events Management Job: Strategies for securing your first role.
  • Finding Clients: Effective methods for building your client base.
  • Pricing Your Services: Learn how to confidently and competitively price your event planning services.

Join us as we empower a new generation of innovative event planners!

P.S. Some photos in this presentation were captured by Natalie Thomson. Check out her class, "How to Get the Best Event and Wedding Photos"!

P.P.S. Music courtesy of Kevin MacLeod ("Magic Scout Farm" - CC BY license: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=CK-U2X7K9W)

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