Event Planners for hire in Aurora, IL
Find event planners who organize and coordinate various occasions, including weddings, corporate events and parties, utilizing skills such as budgeting, vendor negotiations and client communication to ensure a successful and memorable experience. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Aurora, IL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills12%Leadership9%Time Management9%Education level
Bachelor's degree53%Associate's degree19%High school diploma or GED13%Years of experience
3-5 years6%6-10 years20%More than 10 years74%Current company
Addison Group
All it Takes, LLCAMOCO / BP AMERICATime at current job
Less than 1 year11%1-2 years21%2-5 years55%
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Last updated: Jul 23, 2026
Event Planner: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Aurora, IL: $60,631 yearly
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Event Manager, Event Coordinator
Warrenville, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Bartender LicenseSubstitute Teaching CertificationPharmacy Technician LicenseParaprofessional CertificationDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Skills
Presentation SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsOrganizing EventsEvent CoordinationAssistant Special Events Manager
Naperville, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationServsafe Food Manager CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceManagementEvent Planner
Montgomery, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementPassenger EndorsementAir Brake EndorsementDriver's LicenseTWIC CardDOT Physical ExaminationSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipPresentation SkillsStrategic PlanningCold CallingOutbound SalesEvent Planner/Coordinator
Aurora, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Lifeguard ExperienceLifeguard TrainingFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportFiscal ManagementFinanceEvent Director
Montgomery, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Food Safety CertificationLife Insurance LicenseDriver's LicenseServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipProduct ManagementTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsBudgetingEvent Coordinator
Naperville, Illinois
Licenses & certifications
Microsoft Office SpecialistCertified Notary PublicSkills
Organizing EventsEvent CoordinationEvent PlanningEvents ManagementPricingAdministrative Experience
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What's the average time to fill an event planner role?
The average time to fill an event planner role is 95 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do event planners tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an event planner include: communication skills, leadership and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for an event planner?
Common licenses or certifications for event planners include: Driver's License, Food Handler Certification and Servsafe.
What are some job titles related to event planners?
According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event planners include: wedding planner/coordinator, assistant special events manager and event manager, event coordinator.
What level of education is common for an event planner?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for an event planner in Aurora, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an event planner?
Most event planners have 17 years of professional experience.
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