Events Manager freelance rates breakdown
Factors that increase rates
- Experience managing large-scale corporate events or conferences
- Specialisation in luxury or high-profile events
- Track record with prestigious brands or venues
- Multi-language capabilities
- Professional certifications (CMP, DES)
- Experience with virtual and hybrid events
Factors that decrease rates
- Limited experience with budgeting and vendor management
- Focusing solely on small-scale events
- Narrow industry exposure
- Limited technical knowledge of event management software
Rate discussion tips
When discussing rates with clients, focus on:
- Event scope and complexity
- Expected attendance numbers
- Pre and post-event responsibilities
- On-site requirements and travel expectations
- Timeline and deadline pressure
Common pricing models
Events Managers typically work on a combination of pricing models:
- Day rates for event execution and on-site management
- Project-based fees for end-to-end event planning
- Hourly rates for consultation and smaller tasks
- Retainer arrangements for ongoing event programmes
Service offerings and cost variations
Common services include:
- Full event planning and management (highest cost)
- On-site coordination
- Vendor management and negotiation
- Budget management
- Risk assessment and contingency planning
- Virtual event production
- Event strategy consultation
- Post-event analysis and reporting
How YunoJuno helps
YunoJuno simplifies the process by:
- Providing transparent rate benchmarking
- Offering verified client reviews and freelancer portfolios
- Managing contracts and payments securely
- Facilitating clear communication about project scope
- Supporting both short-term and long-term engagement models
- Ensuring fair market rates for both parties
