Working in the event industry is fast-paced, always changing and fun! It also happens to be one of the fastest growing fields out there. With Universities creating specific majors and people with experience, you may be wondering how to land your dream event job.
We created ideas on how to land that job and be the best Event Hero you can be! Using these tips and utilizing your inner Hero, you will be one step closer to landing that job!
- No experience is too small: You may not hit the jackpot in the beginning of your event career. Don’t let this bring you down! Any related experience is good. Find part-time jobs, or offer to work for free and volunteer your time. It may not be exactly what you are looking for, but can lead to new things. Who knows, if you do a good job, they might hire you!
- Know which field you want to be in: You may think, “I want to work in events”. Well, which industry? Do you want to plan, work as a coordinator for a company, and which specialty? Remember there are wedding planners, corporate planners, non-profit planners and the list goes on! Find your passion and pursue that venture.
- Educate yourself: Some people may go to college and study Event Management or similar areas. Some work their way up. Either way, you need to be informed! Take a class, get personalized coaching, or attend an event webinar. Consistent self-improvement is the key to success!
- Stay up-to-date: The event industry changes at lightning speed, with new apps, trends and technology coming out all the time! Subscribe to magazines or read articles that appeal to you. One of the best places to get all of your information in one place is Feedly. Personalize it to your exact taste and always see the latest news!
- Network: Not having any luck getting into the event world? Well it is time to network! This is an easy, natural way to meet the people you want to work with. Join LinkedIn, groups and conferences to connect with other event professionals. Be prepared with your elevator speech (See our article on how to write an elevator speech) and know your talking points. But mostly be yourself!
Remember to determine how your current set of skills, in any area, would translate over to the event industry. Working in the event industry is one of the best things to do! With hard work and determination, we know you can land anything!
