218088 144 Careers & Education Recreation & Hospitality Careers General Recreation & Hospitality Careers true Fri, 15 May 2009 13:55:50 -0700 careers, wedding, becoming, path, jobs, planning, marriages, being How To Become a Wedding Planner http://www.howcast.com/videos/218088-How-To-Become-a-Wedding-Planner http://www.howcast.com/videos/218088-How-To-Become-a-Wedding-Planner/edit approved 0 Jonelle_Seitz http://img.howcast.com/images/icons/howto-xxlarge.png 184 88181 1 0 Step Learn about weddings Build wedding expertise. Do research on the internet, read bridal magazines, and ask friends and family members about their experiences. Attend bridal expos in your area and speak to booth operators.

]]> 88182 2 0 Tip Certification programs for wedding planners cover valuable skills and techniques, but a certificate is not a requirement.

]]> 88183 3 0 Step Practice organization Get organized. Use a planner and address book or other devices to keep track of phone numbers and appointments.

]]> 88184 4 0 Step Get an internship or related job Secure an internship with a wedding planner or get a job that provides related experience, such as a party planner or department store bridal consultant.

]]> 88185 5 0 Step Build your portfolio Offer to plan weddings for friends and family members for free or for reduced rates. Use photos of these events to build your portfolio.

]]> 88186 6 0 Tip Use staged photos of table settings or decor you’ve created if you don’t have enough wedding photos for your portfolio.

]]> 88187 7 0 Step Network with vendors Get to know local vendors who supply rental equipment, flowers, cakes, music, and catering services. You’ll ensure smooth transactions later, and they may refer clients to you.

]]> 88188 8 0 Step Advertise to build clients Leave brochures and business cards at dress and jewelry stores. Local magazine and newspaper ads and radio spots will also get your name out there. Set up a website for your business. Remember, word of mouth is often the best form of advertising.

]]> 88189 9 0 Fact According to English tradition, it’s good luck if a bride finds a spider on her wedding dress.

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