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Wedding planning is a segment of event management. A wedding planner assists with the design, planning and management of a client's wedding. Wedding planners ensure that the overall vision of the bride and groom is executed, which could include consulting with clients about the wedding's theme and decor, ceremony, reception and even the costumes. In this job, multitasking and the related pressure is inevitable and only an ardent passion for what you do will make you a successful wedding planner. There are no set qualifications to become a wedding planner. Although education in hospitality, business, event management or public relations can be helpful. Many have no formal education and learn on the job. They move into wedding planning from working in events, hospitality or catering. Being a self-employed career, individuals interested in this field must have a strong business sense.

Hi Ishan,
There are plenty of jobs in this industry. In spite of the current global economic slowdown, the event management industry has continued to grow in leaps and bounds. There are plenty of events: weddings, birthday parties, talent hunt and reality shows, fashion and cultural shows, academic and sports meets, religious functions, corporate events, conferences and so on. The pay packet in this industry varies according to your role and responsibility. It also depends on factors such as the organisation you are working with, the type of clientele your organisation is catering to, your experience, the city where the firm is located and so on. As a fresher in this industry, you can easily bag a paycheque in the range of Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 15,000 per month. The remuneration goes up with your experience and area of expertise. You can earn big money working in the capacity of an expert freelancer or the owner of your own event management company.