How much does a Meeting/Event Planner I make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Meeting/Event Planner I in the United States is $30 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27 and $33. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Meeting/Event Planner I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Meeting/Event Planner I Salary $24 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Meeting/Event Planner I Salary $27 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Meeting/Event Planner I Salary $30 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Meeting/Event Planner I Salary $33 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Meeting/Event Planner I Salary $36 US March 26, 2024
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Planning: An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

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Services Marketing: Services marketing is a form of marketing businesses that provide a service to their customers use to increase brand awareness and sales

Planning 12.5%
Futures 1.92%
Services Marketing 1.24%
Others 84.34%

Job Description for Meeting/Event Planner I

Meeting/Event Planner I plans and organizes live or virtual meetings and events for an organization or external clients. Implements an event strategy to achieve objectives. Being a Meeting/Event Planner I researches and recommends event venues. Coordinates meeting logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology. Additionally, Meeting/Event Planner I conducts rehearsals and system checks of all equipment and connectivity. Establishes relationships with vendors for event support services. Coordinates budget planning and ensures that events stay within cost projections. May assist more senior event planners in planning larger or more complex events. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Meeting/Event Planner I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Meeting/Event Planner I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Meeting/Event Planner I, the first career path typically starts with a Meeting/Event Planner II position, and then Meeting/Event Planner IV.

The second career path typically starts with a Trade Show Manager position, and then progresses to Trade Show Director.

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Meeting/Event Planner I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Meeting/Event Planner I, the highest Meeting/Event Planner I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Meeting/Event Planner I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Meeting/Event Planner I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Meeting/Event Planner I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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