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Coordinate all aspects of professional meetings, conferences, and events. Direct the work of staff, convention personnel, and clients to put together the arrangements a group meeting, convention, or event requires.
$40,000
Lower reported wage
$59,440
Median
$101,310
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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U.S. career guide. Program, employer, and state requirements can differ.
BLS 'Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners' (13-1121). Median $59,440.
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A related degree route; compare practical event experience and employer links. [1]
Arrange venues, vendors, schedules, budgets, and attendee services for events. [1]
Planners work in offices and on site at hotels, conference centers, and event venues. [1]
Travel and long hours around event dates can be common. [1]
Many moving parts, deadlines, and last-minute changes require organization and calm communication. [1]
With experience, planners may manage larger events, clients, or teams. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.