What is the difference between an independent wedding planner and a on-site venue coordinator?

2- Responsibilities: An independent wedding planner's responsibilities may include venue selection, vendor management, budget planning, event design, and coordination of the wedding day. They typically handle every aspect of your wedding planning and work with you to create a cohesive event that reflects your style and preferences. An on-site venue coordinator, on the other hand, is responsible for ensuring that everything related to the venue is in place and working as it should be. They will work with you on details related to the venue, such as the layout, floor plan, and timeline for the day.

3- Availability: An independent wedding planner is available to you throughout the wedding planning process and can help you make decisions about your wedding, offer advice and support, and answer any questions you may have. They are not limited to a specific venue and can help you plan your wedding at any location. An on-site venue coordinator, on the other hand, is only available to you on the day of your wedding and may have limited availability leading up to the event. They are also only able to assist you with tasks related to the venue and may not have as much expertise in other areas of wedding planning.

An independent wedding planner and an on-site venue coordinator are two different roles that play different parts in the wedding planning process. Here are the differences between the two:

1- Role: An independent wedding planner is a professional who helps you plan and coordinate your wedding from start to finish. They work with you to create a vision for your wedding and then execute that vision by coordinating with vendors, creating timelines, and managing the details of your big day. On the other hand, an on-site venue coordinator works for the venue and their primary responsibility is to ensure that everything runs smoothly on the day of your wedding. They are responsible for the venue-related tasks, such as setting up the tables, chairs, and other décor items.

In summary, while both an independent wedding planner and an on-site venue coordinator play important roles in wedding planning, they have different responsibilities and levels of availability. An independent wedding planner offers comprehensive planning services and is available to you throughout the planning process, while an on-site venue coordinator primarily handles tasks related to the venue on the day of the wedding.

At Everlasting Weddings by Grace, our priority is to make sure your needs are heard during the planning journey, and your vision executed on your wedding day. 
We shoulder stress and handle logistical details, so that you can  enjoy your celebration, and your vendors can focus on their craft.
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