Event Planners for hire in Knoxville, TN
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 Knoxville, TN to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills13%Organizational Skills9%Leadership9%Education level
Bachelor's degree83%High school diploma or GED7%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years26%3-5 years10%Current company
Absolute CommunicationsAccommodations by Parkside, LLCAimbridge Hospitality
Time at current job
2-5 years35%Less than a year27%1-2 years22%
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Last updated: Sep 13, 2026
Event Planner: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Knoxville, TN: $47,953 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $45,314 – $50,746 yearly
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Event Planner,Event Manager
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationBartender LicenseServsafe Food Handler CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe+1 moreSkills
Public SpeakingLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceRocky Top
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
AEDCPRServsafeForklift CertificationSkills
Time ManagementLeadershipCventCanvaManagementServsafeTOURISM MANAGER
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Event CoordinationOrganizing EventsEvents ManagementEvent PlanningSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipPublic SpeakingTime ManagementCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportInternational Program Coordinator
Powell, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementPublic SpeakingAnalysis SkillsPlanner
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
PMPDriver's LicenseRemote Pilot CertificateSkills
ArcviewCommunication SkillsLeadershipMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareAdobe PhotoshopManager of Audience Experience
Knoxville, Tennessee
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRSkills
Strategic PlanningTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizing Events
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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 101 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, organizational skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for an event planner?
Common licenses or certifications for event planners include: Driver's License, CPR and AED.
What are some job titles related to event planners?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event planners include: event planner,event manager, international program coordinator and premium sales manager.
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 Knoxville, TN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an event planner?
Most event planners have 12 years of professional experience.
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