FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is very dependent on you. How long are you giving me? How in-depth do you want me to be? What are you providing, and what am I providing? To give an example, say you need place cards, centerpieces, and day-of coordination for your wedding, which is 75 people. My usual price for that (which can vary on how elaborate you want your centerpieces/place cards) would be $400-500. That would include me providing the centerpieces and the place cards at no extra cost to you, plus the coordination. Now say you need it done in 1 month as opposed to 4 months, I would put on a $150 rush fee, making your total $550-650. Things take time, effort, and creativity, as well as lots of communication. I'm more than happy to work with people and stay within budgets, and I'll do my best to do so with whoever I work with.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I helped in planning some friends' weddings and parties, I planned my own wedding and honeymoon entirely. I spent a few months working in a furniture store, and helped customers plan out their homes. It's just something that I've always loved, and now that I'm settling down a little more, I have the time to try to get into this field and I'm excited to do so.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Be specific in your request. Sending out a "general request" for just whatever is a good way for both parties to get frustrated and not be able to communicate properly. Try to be aware of your budget, and at least have an idea of what you want. Prices can vary widely depending on what you need done and the time frame you are giving your professional. It is also a great idea to come into the process with an open mind. Sure, you have some ideas of what you want. But someone who does this a lot may suggest some things you haven't even thought of. Of course you don't have to go along with every thing, but don't immediately say "no" unless it's something you're absolutely sure you don't want.