One of the most common misconceptions about event design and décor is understanding roles and responsibilities.  

I would like to take this moment to properly introduce you to the four core roles of any event: Event Planner, Event Coordinator, Event Designer, and Event Decorator. While you can just focus on one or two roles; it is imperative that you understand each function so that you can carry out your assignment flawlessly and charge your clientele accordingly.  {This information alone is going to be worth some of your investment in the class}.

Many people use the term “event planner” interchangeably with the term “event designer,” when in actuality the two roles could not be any more different. In this section we will take a closer look at each role, the duties performed, and how each role should be compensated…