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Most popular skills

Communication Skills 12%
Leadership 11%
Organizational Skills 10%

Education level

Bachelor's degree 59%
High school diploma or GED 22%
Associate's degree 12%

Years of experience

3-5 years 6%
6-10 years 18%
More than 10 years 76%

Current company

Computershare
95 Percent Group
BW Studio + Events

Time at current job

Less than 1 year 14%
1-2 years 25%
2-5 years 48%

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Last updated: Jul 8, 2026

Event Coordinator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Chicago, IL: $57,152 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $43,716$74,717 yearly

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Event Manager

Chicago, IL

Licenses & certifications

SHRM Certified ProfessionalDriver's LicenseCPRServsafeProfessional in Human ResourcesFood Handler Certification

Skills

LeadershipHeavy LiftingTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsPersonal Assistant Experience

Assistant Manager & Event Coordinator

Chicago, IL

Licenses & certifications

AEDCDLDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CGoogle Ads CertificationServsafe

Skills

Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceBusiness CoachingBamboo

Event Marketing Manager

Chicago, IL

Licenses & certifications

Accident & Health Insurance LicenseLife Insurance LicensePersonal Lines LicenseInsurance Producer LicenseDriver's LicenseLife & Health Insurance License

Skills

Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizational Skills

Event Specialist

Chicago, IL

Licenses & certifications

Class DDOT Physical ExaminationCDLCDL CDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C

Skills

Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceLeadership

Event Staff

Chicago, IL

Licenses & certifications

First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRCertified SommelierChildcare CertificationServsafe

Skills

Time ManagementHost/Hostess ExperienceBarista ExperienceAdministrative ExperienceClerical ExperienceOffice Experience

Director of Operations

Chicago, IL

Licenses & certifications

Servsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler Certification

Skills

LeadershipAnalysis SkillsStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational Skills

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What's the average time to fill an event coordinator role?

The average time to fill an event coordinator role is 66 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do event coordinators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an event coordinator include: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for an event coordinator?

Common licenses or certifications for event coordinators include: Driver's License, Servsafe and Food Handler Certification.

What are some job titles related to event coordinators?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event coordinators include: event manager, marketing, meeting, & event manager (independent contractor) and event consultant.

What level of education is common for an event coordinator?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an event coordinator in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for an event coordinator?

Most event coordinators have 21 years of professional experience.

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