Lead Wedding Coordinator (Contract) - Flexible Weekends

Leigh and Co.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 454,608 - 647,472; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay per project

Flexible schedule

Training provided

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for the 2026 season. This contract role offers a flexible schedule with on-site wedding planning, design, and day-of coordination services.

You will lead the onsite team, coordinate with vendors, and ensure flawless guest experiences, while training is provided and pay is project-based ($400 per wedding, roughly 10–12 hours per project).

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner
• Must have strong communication skills and be detail oriented
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate ceremony rehearsal 4–6 weeks before wedding; ensure timing, processional flow, and cues are correct
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup in line with event design and playbook
• Manage full wedding day execution from vendor arrival to breakdown
• Greet, direct and act as main contact for all vendors
• Communicate setup instructions clearly to vendors and align with the event plan
• Coordinate placement of escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors, guest book, and décor
• Support wedding party and family with timing cues and day-of needs
• Ensure end-of-event items are packed and accounted for
• Proactively manage and resolve last-minute changes to maintain guest experience
• Ability to work weekends is essential

Skills

Wedding planning

Vendor coordination

Strong communication

Detail oriented

On-site leadership

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for the 2026 season. This contract role offers a flexible schedule with on-site wedding planning, design, and day-of coordination services.

You will lead the onsite team, coordinate with vendors, and ensure flawless guest experiences, while training is provided and pay is project-based ($400 per wedding, roughly 10–12 hours per project).