photo by Victoria Carlson Photography
Navigating the wedding vendor industry can be a little confusing with titles such as planners and coordinators, some whom also have “designer” or “stylist” tacked onto their title. You may be thinking: “What are common wedding planner responsibilities"” “Do I need both"” “Who does what"” “How do I know which one to hire"” Trust us, you’re not alone! We’re laying out the facts. Here’s everything you need to know about wedding planner responsibilities vs. wedding coordinator responsibilities.

photo by Mémorelle Photography; see more from this real wedding here!
WEDDING COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES Day-of logistics: A wedding coordinator will help you determine the timeline and vendor flow for your event. On the day-of, they will be there to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Point person: Your wedding coordinator will be the point person for all vendors. They will ensure everyone has the correct information for the day-of and that all contracts are in order and payments are secured.
Floor plan creation: Creating a floor plan for your ceremony and reception spaces is no easy feat! Your coordinator can help you work with the venue and determine an appropriate set-up to share with the rest of your vendor team.
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