Wedding Coordinator

Role overview

Leigh & Co. Events is expanding quickly and is seeking a Lead Wedding Coordinator to join its wedding planning team for the 2026 season and beyond. This contract position is ideal for someone who wants to grow in wedding planning and coordination. The role includes wedding design, planning, and coordination support for engaged couples, with training provided and the flexibility to choose your own schedule.

The position is primarily onsite and involves working with client experience managers before the event and assistant coordinators during the wedding day to ensure everything runs smoothly from preparation through breakdown.

Compensation

This is a paid contract role. The assignment pays $400 per project for approximately 10 to 12 hours of work.

Responsibilities

• Join clients for a final planning call around six weeks before the wedding to review logistics, timing, and expectations.
• Run the ceremony rehearsal the day before the wedding and make sure everyone understands the schedule, procession order, and important cues.
• Act as the couple’s main onsite support, staying composed and solution-oriented if any issues come up.
• Supervise ceremony and reception setup so it matches the agreed event design and day-of plan.
• Handle the full wedding-day workflow, starting when vendors arrive and continuing through the end-of-night breakdown.
• Welcome vendors, guide them on site, and be their primary contact throughout the event.
• Clearly relay setup directions to vendors so execution stays aligned with the event plan.
• Assist with placing personal and event details such as escort cards, menus, table numbers, favors, guest books, and decorative items.
• Support the wedding party and family members with timing, direction, and other day-of assistance.
• Make sure all end-of-event belongings, including gifts, guest books, and personal décor, are collected and packed safely.
• Respond quickly to issues or last-minute changes to keep the guest experience seamless.

Requirements

• Availability on weekends is required.
• At least 2 years of experience working as a wedding planner or event planner is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• You must be highly organized and attentive to details.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs is required.

Additional information

This role is a contract position based onsite in Hartford, CT. Candidates should be prepared to work primarily on location for wedding events. Training will be provided by the company.

Who this role suits

This opportunity is suited to individuals who want to build or continue a career in wedding planning and enjoy managing event logistics, vendor coordination, and live event execution.