Wedding Coordinator

Leigh & Co. Events; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 413,000 - 482,000; Part time

Job summary

Leigh & Co. Events in Indiana seeks a Lead Wedding Coordinator for the 2026 season. This on-site contract role offers you the freedom to set your own schedule while delivering full-service wedding planning, design, and day-of coordination.

You will lead ceremonies, coordinate vendors, manage timelines, guide couples with calm, and ensure flawless event execution from setup to breakdown. Weekend work is essential; training is provided, and pay is $300–$350 per project for about 10–12 hours.

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 and be able to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Attend a final details call with clients and confirm logistics and timeline.
• Lead ceremony rehearsal and manage on-site flow and cues.
• Serve as primary on-site advocate for the couple and handle day-of execution.
• Oversee setup and coordination of ceremony/reception per design playbook.
• Manage full wedding-day execution from vendor arrival to breakdown.
• Greet vendors, convey setup instructions, and coordinate details.
• Support wedding party with timing cues and day-of needs.
• Ensure all end-of-event items are packed and accounted for.
• Proactively resolve last-minute changes to maintain guest experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Reliable transportation

Physical ability

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast-growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States – we are looking for planners in Indiana . We provide wedding design, wedding coordination and planning services for engaged couples. The Lead Wedding Coordinator position is an exciting opportunity for those looking to be a wedding planner. This position is an contract role and you can pick your own schedule! Training is provided. Pay ranges from $300-$350 for a total of 10-12 hours and is paid per project. We’re looking for individuals to join for this 2026 season and beyond.

This position will serve as a lead planner to provide wedding planning services for couples, primarily onsite. You will work alongside our client experience managers during the planning and assistant coordinators onsite to provide the following to execute weddings.

• Attend a final details call with clients approximately 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 all participants are confident in timing, processional flow, and key cues
• Serve as the primary advocate for the couple onsite – maintaining a calm, solutions-focused presence and supporting them through any challenges that arise
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup in alignment with the event design and our day-of execution playbook
• Manage full wedding day execution from initial vendor arrival through final breakdown at the end of the evening
• Greet, direct, and act as the main point of contact for all vendors
• Communicate setup instructions clearly to vendors to ensure alignment with the event plan
• Coordinate and assist with placement of personal and event details including escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors, guest book, and décor elements
• Support the wedding party and family members with guidance, timing cues, and any day-of needs
• Ensure all end-of-event items (gifts, guest book, personal décor, etc.) are properly packed and accounted for
• Proactively manage and resolve any issues or last-minute changes to maintain a smooth guest experience

Requirements

• Ability to work weekends is essential
• 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