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Karla Iglesias

Wedding Planner
Stafford,VA

Summary

Professional Wedding Planner with expert knowledge of wedding industry to plan every event from engagement to honeymoon. Leverages established relationships with reputable suppliers to negotiate discounts, deals and upgrades and acts as neutral and objective professional to reduce stress and pressure for couple. Offers inspiration, advice and support while planning seamless string of events for exceptional celebrations with family and friends. Team-oriented professional eager to employ vendor management skills and creativity. Adept at financial planning and marketing with good understanding of different cultures and customs related to weddings. Highly organized with keen eye for unexpected changes and possible solutions. Creative Wedding Coordinator with significant experience in planning successful events. Adept at managing guest lists, timelines and budgets with keen eye for potential issues. Possesses strong communication skills and committed to delivering unique and personalized wedding concepts for clients.

Strategic Event Planner with extensive experience in event planning and coordination. Skilled in creating detailed timelines, managing vendor relationships and providing seamless events. Collaborative and dedicated to delivering smooth and stress-free wedding experience for clients.

Committed professional provides excellent customer service and works to carry out events to highest of standards. Knowledgeable and experienced in budgeting, vendor management and event promotion and marketing. Adept at problem-solving.

Skilled Event Planner uses event management software to properly plan, track and manage events. Experienced in working with stakeholders at all levels, from clients to vendors and suppliers. Possesses strong organizational and administrative skills to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Event Planner position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Wedding-planner

They Gorgeous By K.
01.2018 - Current
  • Compiled contracts for vendors and clients prior to starting work to meet legal, health and safety obligations.
  • Created and designed tailor-made wedding plans to maximize client budget, keep client happy and cultivate referrals.
  • Conducted initial consultation with clients to discuss wedding details, venue options and other logistics to understand vision and budget.
  • Directed pace of wedding and reception through multitasking and liaising with vendors to carry out event as planned with little or no deviations.
  • Negotiated prices with suppliers, inspected venues and selected vendors to meet couple expectations.
  • Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
  • Completed final reviews of ceremony and banquet area setups to resolve last-minute issues.
  • Developed and adhered to timelines to keep ceremony and reception running smoothly.
  • Worked closely with clients to develop personalized wedding plan that fit within budget.
  • Handled customer service inquiries and complaints and immediately resolved issues to guest satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with bridal couple to achieve expectations and vision for wedding.
  • Planned and created centerpieces, bouquets and floral arrangements for decorating wedding venues.
  • Supervised personnel and directed in wedding task administration and completion.
  • Established and managed communications with vendors, confirming service and supply delivery.
  • Liaised between wedding venues, vendors and engaged couple to help plan and deliver successful event.
  • Scheduled appointments with potential clients to discuss wedding plans.
  • Helped bridal couple select wedding decorations and floral arrangements, menus and music.
  • Organized logistics and prioritized tasks for small to large-scale weddings.
  • Drafted wedding contracts and other documentation for review with clients and to obtain signatures.
  • Assisted with vendor contracts, negotiating rates and terms with wedding suppliers.
  • Coordinated with vendors in securing necessary supplies and services for wedding.
  • Created and managed online presence to reach larger audience of clientele.

Education

GED -

University of El Salvador
San Salvador
05.2011

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Managing Reception
  • Special Requests
  • Stock Control
  • Team Goals
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Budget Development and Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Event Operations
  • Effective Customer Communication
  • Report Generation
  • Timeline Adherence
  • Customer Experience
  • Planning Schedules
  • Gift Organization
  • Client Meetings
  • Credit and Debt Card Processing
  • Creative Solutions
  • Vendor Contracts
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Marketing Materials
  • Store Merchandising
  • Event Organization
  • Venue Accommodations
  • Retail Sales Customer Service
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Business Operations
  • Client Consultations
  • Customer Service and Assistance
  • Event Design
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Supplies Transportation
  • Events Requirements Gathering
  • Rehearsal Management
  • Food Safety Guidelines
  • Table Setting
  • Event Registration Management
  • Client Requirements
  • Critical Thinking
  • Venue Selection
  • Facility Management

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Wedding-planner

They Gorgeous By K.
01.2018 - Current

GED -

University of El Salvador
Karla IglesiasWedding Planner