Lead Wedding Planner — Contract, Flexible Schedule

Leigh & Co. Events; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company with coverage across the United States, and we are seeking planners in Arkansas. The Lead Wedding Coordinator position is a contract role with flexible scheduling, training provided, and pay is $300 per project for 10-12 hours.

This role will lead planning onsite, working with client experience managers and assistant coordinators to execute weddings from start to finish, ensuring a seamless guest experience for each couple.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation and ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Attend a final details call with clients ~6 weeks prior to the wedding to confirm logistics, timeline, and expectations.
• Lead and facilitate the ceremony rehearsal on the day prior to the wedding, ensuring timing and cues are correct.
• Serve as the primary advocate for the couple onsite with a calm, solutions-focused presence.
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup in alignment with the design and playbook.
• Manage full wedding day execution from vendor arrival through final breakdown.
• Greet, direct, and act as the main contact for all vendors.
• Communicate setup instructions clearly to vendors to align with the event plan.
• Coordinate placement of escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors, guest book, and décor elements.
• Support the wedding party and family with guidance, timing cues, and day-of needs.
• Ensure all end-of-event items are packed and accounted for.
• Proactively manage and resolve issues or last-minute changes to maintain guest experience.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Reliable transportation

Physical stamina

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company with coverage across the United States, and we are seeking planners in Arkansas. The Lead Wedding Coordinator position is a contract role with flexible scheduling, training provided, and pay is $300 per project for 10-12 hours.

This role will lead planning onsite, working with client experience managers and assistant coordinators to execute weddings from start to finish, ensuring a seamless guest experience for each couple.