Become an Event Planner by
In this book successful event planners share insider tips and expert advice on how to break into event planning. Learn step-by-step how to plan an event (including how to get sponsors and celebrities for the event). The book includes information on more than a dozen types of organizations that hire event planners and the best ways to contact them, where jobs are advertised, what employers look for, how to prepare a resume that stands out, plus other ways to find a job. You will learn how to get practical experience, and create an impressive portfolio even with no previous experience. The book also explains how to start an event planning business for little or no money. It covers: potential clients, marketing, pricing, and where to get creative ideas for events. Also included are valuable resources, information to become certified as a professional, and more. The CD-ROM that comes with the book includes many helpful samples and checklists that can be used to plan events.
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People and Work in Events and Conventions by
The part of the tourism industry which covers events, conventions and meetings is a substantial part of the global economy and provides employment for a very large number of people worldwide. The breakdown of employees in this sector is complex - employees can be full-time, casual labour or part of a volunteer workforce, and events can be as diverse as the Olympic Games and a local meeting. This book examines the role of people who work in events, meetings and conventions by looking at the context in which they work, and presenting theories, perspectives underlying trends of employment in this sector. Leading authors present international examples to further understanding of the concepts involved in people management in tourism events. This book will be an important resource for students and researchers of leisure, tourism and events management.
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