Onsite Lead Wedding Planner - Flexible Weekend Contract

Leigh & Co. Events; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events in Kansas is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for the 2026 season. This contract role offers flexible scheduling and onsite wedding day coordination across venues nationwide.

You will lead planning from final details to execution, coordinate vendors, greet clients, and maintain calm, solutions-focused presence on weekends, with the ability to lift up to 30 lbs and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as a wedding or event planner.
• Strong communication skills and detail orientation.
• Reliable transportation.
• Weekend availability is essential.
• Must be able to carry and lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Wedding planning

Vendor coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events in Kansas is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator for the 2026 season. This contract role offers flexible scheduling and onsite wedding day coordination across venues nationwide.

You will lead planning from final details to execution, coordinate vendors, greet clients, and maintain calm, solutions-focused presence on weekends, with the ability to lift up to 30 lbs and travel as needed.