Assistant Wedding Coordinator

Leigh and Co.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 7,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking organized, professional Assistant Wedding Planners to support Lead Planners in delivering exceptional wedding days.

This role focuses on weekends with events primarily, assisting with setup, guest experience, vendor coordination, and timeline execution. You will work under the Lead Planner to ensure smooth transitions and maintain a calm, client-focused service throughout each wedding day.

Qualifications

• Organized and client-focused Wedding Planner support
• Assist with setup, décor, and floor plan execution
• Coordinate with vendors and manage timelines during events
• Maintain calm, professional presence throughout weddings

Responsibilities

• Assist with ceremony and reception setup and floor plan execution
• Place décor items and manage presentation-ready spaces
• Welcome and direct vendors upon arrival
• Assist with ceremony organization and processional timing
• Help manage guest flow and answer questions during events
• Monitor reception timeline with Lead Planner
• Assist with room flips and transitions as needed
• Coordinate moments like cake cutting and first dances
• Ensure belongings and décor are packed after events
• Represent Leigh & Co. with professionalism and client service

Skills

Event coordination

Guest experience

Vendor coordination

Timeline execution

Professional demeanor

Job description

Position Overview

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking organized, professional, and client-focused Assistant Wedding Planners to support our Lead Planners in executing exceptional wedding days.

Assistant Wedding Planners play an essential role in ensuring weddings run smoothly by assisting with event setup, guest experience, vendor coordination, timeline execution, and reception transitions. This position is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on wedding industry experience while working alongside experienced planning professionals.

This role is event-based and primarily consists of weekend weddings. Pay is $150 per event.

Under the direction of the Lead Planner, Assistant Wedding Planners may:

• Assist with ceremony and reception setup according to the approved floor plan
• Place décor items including signage, candles, favors, menus, place cards, and personal details
• Ensure décor and event spaces remain clean, organized, and presentation-ready throughout the day
• Welcome and direct vendors upon arrival
• Assist with ceremony organization, including lining up the wedding party and coordinating processional timing
• Help manage guest flow and answer guest questions throughout the event
• Monitor the reception timeline alongside the Lead Planner
• Assist with room flips and reception transitions when applicable
• Coordinate specialty moments including cake cutting, grand entrance preparation, speeches, first dances, bouquet toss, and other scheduled events
• Assist with collecting personal items and ensuring designated décor is packed appropriately at the conclusion of the event
• Support problem-solving efforts while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor
• Represent Leigh & Co. with professionalism, courtesy, and exceptional client service