Event Planners for hire in Newark, NJ
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 Newark, NJ to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Leadership9%Organizing Events6%Education level
Bachelor's degree64%Master's degree24%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
More than 10 years56%6-10 years26%3-5 years16%Current company
Morgan Stanley
BCD Travel – Morgan Stanley ContractAmoraco EventsTime at current job
More than 5 years28%Less than a year25%2-5 years25%
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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Event Planner: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Newark, NJ: $59,154 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $44,741 – $78,209 yearly
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Events Management- Fundraising
New York, New York State
Licenses & certifications
AICP CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipSupervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementSr. Events Manager
New York, New York State
Licenses & certifications
CMPDriver's LicenseSkills
Strategic PlanningCommunication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsPublic SpeakingLead Event Planner
East Orange, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizing EventsManagementEvent Planning Project ManagementEvent CoordinationEvent PlanningEvent & Venue Coordinator (Contract)
Garfield, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsAmadeusPersonal Assistant ExperienceAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipEvent Planner
Bayonne, New Jersey
Skills
Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMicrosoft Outlook CalendarLeadershipPublic SpeakingEVENT MANAGER
New York, New York State
Skills
Analysis SkillsOrganizing EventsEvent Planning Project ManagementEvent CoordinationEvent PlanningEvents 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 100 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 organizing events.
What licenses or certifications are common for an event planner?
Common licenses or certifications for event planners include: Driver's License, CPR and Food Handler Certification.
What are some job titles related to event planners?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to event planners include: event coordinator, corporate event planner and EVENT 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 Newark, NJ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an event planner?
Most event planners have 16 years of professional experience.
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