Wedding Planner

Leigh and Co.; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing wedding planning company in Arizona is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator to manage wedding planning services for couples. This contract role allows for a flexible schedule and involves overseeing all operations during the wedding day. Responsibilities include creating timelines, coordinating with vendors, and assisting couples and their families. Applicants need a minimum of 2 years of experience in wedding or event planning, strong communication skills, and the ability to work weekends. Training is provided and compensation ranges from $25 to $35 per hour based on projects.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a wedding planner or event planner.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Create wedding timelines for couples.
• Advocate for the couple and assist with issues on the wedding day.
• Oversee ceremony and reception setup.
• Execute all day-of operations at the venue.
• Greet and direct all vendors.
• Communicate with all vendors regarding setups.
• Set up decor items including seating and menu cards.
• Assist the wedding party and family with any needs.
• Ensure end of event arrangements for gifts and guest book.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Job description

Job description

Leigh & Co. Events is a fast‑growing wedding planning company based throughout the entire United States - we are looking for planners in Arizona. 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 a contract role and you can pick your own schedule! Training is provided. Pay ranges from $25 - $35/hour and is paid per project. We’re looking for individuals to join for our 2026 season and beyond.

This position will serve as a lead planner to provide wedding planning services for couples, primarily onsite. It’s a great opportunity for someone looking for work in the wedding industry. You will work alongside our assistant coordinators and provide the following to execute weddings.

• Create wedding timelines for couples
• Be an advocate for the couple, keeping them calm under pressure and assisting with any issues that arise throughout the day
• Oversee ceremony & reception set up
• Execute all day‑of operations for the wedding, which includes being at the venue from the very beginning of the morning through tear down at the end of the night
• Greet and direct all vendors
• Communicate with all vendors regarding set ups
• Set up of seating cards, menu cards, table numbers, favors, guest book and other decor
• Assist the wedding party and family with any needs, questions or concerns
• Ensure end of event arrangements are made for gifts, guest book, toasting flutes, etc.

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.