Month OF COORDINATION
Pre-Event Production
Beginning 4 Weeks Prior to Wedding Date
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Unlimited phone and e-mail communication/advice for client
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Advise client on etiquette and stylistic elements
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Review all vendor contracts
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Provide spreadsheet for the guest list, RSVP’s, seating plan, photography shot list
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Create complete timeline for celebration and share with all vendors
Wedding Week
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Attend final meeting with client and collect all celebration elements
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Confirm all details and arrival times for vendors
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Provide schedule for family and VIP guests
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Coordinate rehearsal with (or without) Officiant
Wedding Day
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Coordinate all aspects of wedding celebration
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Oversee check-in of rentals
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Coordinate all deliveries and installations of celebration in accordance with vendor contracts
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Coordinate distribution of final payments and gratuities
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Manage and coordinate transportation for family and guests
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Provide event emergency kit (including sewing kit, stain remover, etc)
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Organize and set up escort cards, place cards and menu cards
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Oversee timely “flip” of room from ceremony to reception, if needed
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Conduct final lighting, sound and temperature inspection prior to guest arrival
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Conduct final seating and table check prior to guests welcome to reception
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Cue all music changes and speeches with band/DJ
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Cue guest of honor and family for special moments including: cake cutting, toasts and dancing
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Serve as point person for all vendors—cueing timing throughout event
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Manage and remedy all moment-to-moment challenges
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Arrange favors (if applicable)
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Oversee strike of venue
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Collect and secure any celebration elements and gifts
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Assist in breaking down and cleaning up