Event Director Courses
An Event Director oversees special events, coordinating planning, venue, catering, and promotion while supervising the events team.
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How do I become a Event Director
Get qualified to work as a Event Director with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIT50422
Duration
5 months - 3 years
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get the skills you need to manage your department (or even the whole venue) with the SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management. This nationally recognised qualification will give you a more sophisticated knowledge of the hospitality industry in Australia and develop your skills in leadership, communication, and business administration. The course covers: customer service management, budgeting and financial management, rostering, risk management and compliance. Choose additional electives to support your ...
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Duration
5 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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How much does an Event Director earn?
In Australia, a full time Event Director generally earns $1,750 per week ($91,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for an Event Director?
The event planning industry has seen a strong increase in worker numbers over the last five years. There are currently 40,300 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as an Event Director. Event Directors may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become an Event Director?
If you’re planning a career as an Event Director, consider enrolling in an Advanced Diploma of Event Management. This course will give you the skills to organise a range of events, conferences, exhibitions and corporate functions. You’ll cover a range of subjects including planning, feasibility, risk, budgeting and compliance.
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An Event Director oversees the overall development of a range of special events. You might work for an event organisation company or lead the events planning team at your workplace. Event Directors work with stakeholders to plan the overall direction of an event and coordinate details such as venue hire, catering, promotion and entertainment. You might address any issues that arise and will supervise your team of event planners.
Event Directors should be creative and have strong communication skills. It’s important that you are organised and can handle several tasks at one time. You’ll need to be a strong leader and work well in a team environment. Event Directors should be good problem solvers and be able to work to a deadline.
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