Not long ago, I got together with Sumer Schmitt, wedding planner with Simply Perfect Weddings. We sat down for an evening and discussed some hot topics related to brides and wedding planning in the Pittsburgh area. The series videos are slightly longer than my normal video posts, but we think that there’s a lot of valuable information to share!
Today’s topic that we discussed was the difference between Day of Coordinators and On-Site Venue Coordinators. If you are a bride who is considering bringing in some outside help to ensure the wedding day runs smoothly, it’s important to understand the difference and what you can expect. And now, on to the show!
Day Of Coordinators: Pittsburgh Wedding Series from Leeann Marie on Vimeo.
More series videos to come over the next few weeks. Sumer and I truly hope that our conversations help you, the Pittsburgh bride. Thanks!
Sumer Schmitt – Simply Perfect Weddings
sumer@simplyperfectwedding.ne
2 comments
Simply Perfect Weddings - Hi Dana,
Great question! Personally speaking, I work very closely with the photographer when creating the couple’s wedding day timeline. Once we get about 2-3 months out from the wedding day, I sit down with the couple and we have a timeline meeting…usually takes about an hour, and we talk about all sorts of wedding day logistics. It is definitely my priority to ensure that the couple has plenty of time for photos, so I will work with the photographer and ask for insight as to their recommendation on how much time to allot for photos throughout the day.
If you find that one of your client’s has hired a planner or coordinator, I would reach out to the planner first to discuss the timeline, just incase there is already one in place.
Hopefully I answered your question. If you have any other questions, feel free to shoot me an email!
dana scheller - Summer,
I’d like to hear how you work with the Photographers. I’ve not really worked with a planner other than venue and church staff. I know a lot of times I work closely with the couple to make a schedule for not just the photography, but for “what time we are going to be where” in conjunction with time they want for photography.
What is the best way a photographer could work with a coordinator like yourself so no toes are stepped on but where each of us can do our job to the fullest?
Thanks for posting this Leeann and for both of you sharing.