Event Planners for hire in Detroit, MI
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 Detroit, MI to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Communication Skills10%Leadership7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
Bachelor's degree50%High school diploma or GED20%Associate's degree15%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%3-5 years20%6-10 years10%Current company
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1-2 years50%Less than a year33%More than 5 years17%
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Last updated: Oct 8, 2026
Event Planner: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Detroit, MI: $76,329 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $57,642 – $101,074 yearly
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Lead Event Sales Coordinator
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
MAST PermitCMPTIPSDriver's LicenseCPRCertified Group Exercise Instructor+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipPublic SpeakingTime ManagementFounder & Lead Event Planner
Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan
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CAPMFirst Aid CertificationCertified Project ManagerEsthetician LicenseOSHA 10Driver's License+3 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsStrategic PlanningCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipEvent Planner Assistant
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
Child Development Associate CertificationServsafeFood Handler CertificationSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceFinancial ServicesSalesEvent Sales & Event Operations
Detroit, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
CTRSSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizing EventsSalesEvent PlanningEvents ManagementBusiness DevelopmentRetail Administrator
Detroit, Michigan
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Social Media Management ToolsHootsuiteDriver's LicenseSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTrelloCollaborative Technology PlatformsDigital Project Management BoardsEvent Manager
Harper Woods, Michigan
Licenses & certifications
CMPDriver's LicenseSkills
Analysis SkillsEvent CoordinationBudget ManagementBudgetingSupplier Management ExperienceVendor Relationship Management
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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 109 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 organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for event planners?
Common licenses or certifications for event planners include: Driver's License, Servsafe and CPR.
What are some job titles related to event planners?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event planners include: event manager, founder & lead event planner and event planner assistant.
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 Detroit, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an event planner?
Most event planners have 13 years of professional experience.
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