Event Decorator Course

Lesson 1 • Professional Ethics and Conduct

Introduces ethical standards, confidentiality, and vendor relationships. Students apply a professional code of conduct to realistic workplace scenarios.

Lesson 2 • Types of Events and Their Needs

Examines weddings, corporate events, social celebrations, and public gatherings. Students match decoration styles and scales to specific event categories.

Lesson 3 • The Event Decoration Industry

Covers the history, market segments, and career paths in event decoration. Establishes industry context so students can position themselves professionally from day one.

Lesson 1 • Applying Design to Event Themes

Bridges abstract design principles to concrete theme execution. Students translate a client brief into a unified visual concept using learned principles.

Lesson 2 • Principles of Composition

Covers balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis, and unity in decorative arrangements. Students compose tabletop and room-scale vignettes using each principle.

Lesson 3 • Elements of Visual Design

Teaches line, shape, form, texture, and space as the building blocks of decoration. Students analyse real setups to identify how each element contributes to the overall look.

Lesson 1 • Fabrics and Textiles

Surveys draping fabrics, table linens, and specialty textiles used in decoration. Students evaluate fabric properties for durability, appearance, and fire safety compliance.

Lesson 2 • Sourcing and Inventory Management

Teaches supplier evaluation, bulk purchasing, and inventory tracking systems. Students build a sourcing strategy that balances quality, cost, and lead time.

Lesson 3 • Floral and Botanical Supplies

Covers fresh, silk, and dried botanicals alongside essential floral mechanics. Students choose the right botanical medium based on event duration and climate.

Lesson 4 • Tools and Equipment Essentials

Covers hand tools, adhesives, cutting equipment, and power tools used on-site. Students practice safe tool handling and proper maintenance routines.

Lesson 1 • Centrepiece Styles and Construction

Covers low, tall, and cascading centrepiece formats for tables and pedestals. Students build each style to professional presentation standards within a set budget.

Lesson 2 • Wearable and Accent Florals

Covers bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, and floral crowns for ceremony use. Students apply wiring and taping techniques to create secure, comfortable wearable pieces.

Lesson 3 • Floral Design Fundamentals

Establishes the mechanics of floral design including conditioning, hydration, and armature. Students prepare flowers correctly to maximise longevity throughout an event.

Lesson 1 • Lighting Fundamentals

Introduces light properties including colour temperature, intensity, and beam angle. Students identify how each property affects the perception of colours and textures in a venue.

Lesson 2 • Safety and Electrical Compliance

Covers load calculations, cable management, and venue electrical safety requirements. Students identify hazards and apply safe practices during lighting installation.

Lesson 3 • Designing a Lighting Plan

Teaches how to create a scaled lighting layout for a venue floor plan. Students produce a complete lighting plan that coordinates with the decoration concept.

Lesson 1 • Venue Assessment and Site Visits

Teaches how to conduct a venue walkthrough to gather critical installation data. Students complete a standardised site assessment form and identify potential challenges.

Lesson 2 • Project Planning and Timelines

Covers creating decoration production schedules from contract signing to event day. Students build a master timeline that accounts for procurement, fabrication, and setup.

Lesson 3 • Vendor and Team Coordination

Covers managing subcontractors, delivery drivers, and setup crews on event day. Students create a run-of-show document and assign roles to team members.

Lesson 4 • Budgeting and Cost Estimation

Introduces line-item budgeting, markup strategies, and contingency reserves for decoration projects. Students build a realistic project budget from a client brief.

Lesson 1 • Theme Research and Development

Teaches methods for researching trends, cultural references, and client inspiration. Students build a structured theme brief that guides all subsequent design decisions.

Lesson 2 • Tablescaping and Place Setting Design

Covers layered tablescaping including linens, chargers, centrepieces, and place settings. Students style a complete table that aligns with a given theme and formality level.

Lesson 3 • Custom and Branded Event Design

Addresses corporate branding integration, logo use, and colour-matched decor for branded events. Students design a branded environment that reinforces client identity.

Lesson 4 • Styling Popular Event Themes

Covers execution strategies for widely requested themes including rustic, glamour, tropical, and minimalist. Students adapt each theme to different venue types and budgets.

Lesson 1 • Client Consultation Process

Covers conducting discovery meetings, asking qualifying questions, and documenting client needs. Students practice a structured consultation that uncovers vision, budget, and expectations.

Lesson 2 • Proposals and Contracts

Teaches writing detailed decoration proposals and service agreements that protect both parties. Students draft a proposal and contract for a simulated client scenario.

Lesson 3 • Pricing Strategies and Packages

Covers cost-plus, value-based, and package pricing models for decoration services. Students design a tiered service menu that reflects their market position and costs.

Lesson 4 • Post-Event Review and Client Retention

Introduces post-event debriefs, client feedback collection, and referral generation strategies. Students build a follow-up system that converts satisfied clients into repeat business.