FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The American Council of Wedding Officiants suggests the following guidelines in establishing prices: BASIC SERVICE: $100-$250, 5 to 15 minute ceremony, Basic vows No in-person meeting/rehearsal prior to ceremony. Discuss details over phone prior to ceremony date. STANDARD SERVICE: $275-$400, 10 to 20 minute ceremony, Phone discussion and/or personal consultation meeting prior to ceremony date. Present at rehearsal (approx. 30 minutes) if required. Pre-written vows/ceremony "script" provided if needed. FULL SERVICE: $500 and up. Formal ceremony of 20 minutes or more. One-hour personal consultation meeting with couple. Phone consultation if required. Present at rehearsal/walk-through if requested. Custom vows/ceremony "script" to couple's specifications. The Officiant is generally responsible for his or her basic transportation to and from the ceremony location. Any additional travel charges (such as air or rail fare) required beyond basic transportation are generally the responsibility of the wedding couple.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a student of the Celebrant Institute and Foundation in New Jersy. I read about and study the role of ritual in our lives and how it works to transform us from one stage in our lives to the next, supported by community.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I began as a wedding and church soloist, with a classical music degree from Rhode Island College