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Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in District of Columbia

Meeting, convention, and event planners coordinate the logistics and activities involved in organizing group meetings, conferences, and events. They work with staff, vendors, and clients to handle everything from venue selection to scheduling to on-site management In District of Columbia the median pay is $76,970 a year, 26% above the national median of $61,160.

$76,970median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$60,550–$93,700middle half earn
2,360employed in District of Columbia
$61,160U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia

75open roles like this on employer career sites, 7 in District of Columbia or remote
15employers hiring
5posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in District of Columbia and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.

Skills that matter most

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Knowledge areas

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Licenses and training in District of Columbia

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O*NET-SOC 13-1121.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.