10 Promising Careers For Women In The Wedding Industry

With the growing fondness for exclusivity, the big fat Indian wedding scene is only getting bigger and better. As people are spending more and more on weddings, weddings have become a big industry in itself. And if weddings enchant you, then it is rather a lucrative space to work in. From event planning to wardrobe styling, there are a plethora of options open for you a few of which we are talking about in this article - 10 career ideas for women in the field of weddings.

1. Wedding Planner

What you'd do: You are practically the bridesmaids who are being paid for the brilliant work you do. From deciding the venue to the menu, it all comes under your reign. In a nutshell, you are responsible for creating a theme, decorating, dealing with vendors, finding a caterer and planning the music.

What you'd need: A bachelor's degree is typically required. Experience in the hospitality industry may be expected for some positions. Good conversing and management skills are a cherry on the top.

What you'd make: It can vary between Rs. 20,000 - 60,000 per month, depending upon your work and popularity.

2. Relationship Counselor

What you'd do: Married or unmarried couples often face disputes and differences. And that's what you're there for. It is basically a type of psychotherapy in which you help the couples of all types recognize and resolve conflicts and improve their relationships.

What you'd need: A bachelor's degree is a must, followed by a master's degree in Marriage Counselling. At times, prior experience is required too.

What you'd make: It can vary between Rs.25,000 - 60,000 per month.

3. Makeup Artist

 

 

 

 

 

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What you'd do: You are like the real- life Snapchat filter! You have to use your skills and makeup kit to make the bride and the guests camera  ready. The bride to be would want to look perfect on the big day and you're going to be in charge of that.

What you'd need: Professional makeup artists require graduation from a state-approved cosmetology program, followed by passing a licensure exam. Prior work experience enhances your resume.

What you'd make: It ranges from Rs.15,000 - 50,000 per month.

4. Caterer

What you'd do: You are in charge of the food department. From selecting the menu to serving it, it's all under your control. You have to provide the table settings and additional staff that hustle to get all the courses in front of the guests in a timely fashion. Many caterers also provide beverage and bar service, as well.

What you'd need: A high-school degree and experience in the food-service industry. Post-high-school education ? such as college or culinary school ? may be expected.

What you'd make: It varies from Rs.14,000 - 80,000 per month depending upon the quality of the service.

5. Dance Choreographer

What you'd do: Ladies sangeet or the 'mehendi ki raat' often include dance performances by family and friends. Not everyone is Madhuri Dixit and often require guidance from professional. So, if you know how to groove and think you can handle couple dance to musical enactments, this job suits you. You just have to teach simple to little complex dance steps to the family members and hold rehearsals till the final performance.

What you'd need: There are generally no explicit education requirements, but years of training and practice are likely to be expected.

What you'd make: Ranges from Rs.6,000 - 15,000 per month. Depends on dancing and teaching skills.

6. Fashion Designer and Stylist

What you'd do: As the name suggests, you're the head of the dress department. From fabric, to design to alterations, everything is under your activity sphere. You are required to discuss with the duo and decide the perfect outfits for the various events.

What you'd need: Professional fashion designers require graduation from a state-approved fashion designing program, followed by passing a licensure exam.

What you'd make: It can vary from Rs.30,000 - 80,000 per month.

7. Wedding Photographer

What you'd do: Your job is to capture the various moments during the various events and ceremonies. You might even be hired before the wedding for a pre-wedding shoot. You have to click photographs, edit them, compile them, and present them according to the client.

What you'd need: Photographers and videographers are expected to have a few years experience shooting and editing weddings.

What you'd make: Approximately Rs.25,000 - 40,000 per month

8. Wedding Insurance Agent

What you'd do: Wedding insurance is basically, if anything goes wrong or someone gets hurt, then the expenses of that particular thing would be reimbursed. So it is your job to get the reimbursed money from the responsible person in such cases.

What you'd need: A good knowledge and experience in the field of insurance.

What you'd make: Approximately Rs.25,000 - 30,000 per month

9. Florist

What you'd do: It's your job to get all sorts of flowers according to the requirement arranged and decorated in every event. You have to choose the type of flowers, the ways to decorate them, and all in accordance to the theme. Plus, delivery, decoration, quality of flowers is all under your cover.

What you'd need: A high-school degree or equivalency, and some on-the-job training.

What you'd make: Approximately Rs.20,000 - 30,000 per month

10. Cake Artist

What you'd do: The days of a simple white cake with a plastic bride and groom on top are dwindling, as wedding cakes have become lavish productions that incorporate flowers, colors, and themes to match the wedding decor. You are responsible for meeting the couple's requirements, from flavors to appearance.

What you'd need: Educational qualification isn't a must, but prior work experiences are a must.

What you'd make: From Rs.10,000  and beyond 25,000 per month

Though the career options in the wedding industry are beyond the scope of this article, we will talk about more options Which career are you planning to foray into? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below. Please note that the earnings given are on an average estimate, whereas given your expertise, there is no limit to what you can make.