How to Find the Right Freelance Event Support for Your Business or Event

Whether you’re hosting a product launch, planning a 2026 wedding, managing a festival, or pulling together a corporate away day, one thing’s for sure: you can’t do it all alone. And you don’t have to.

Hiring freelance event support can be the difference between a stressful experience and a smooth, successful event. At Inspired Occasions, we offer freelance event management support across the South West and beyond, helping businesses, venues, and agencies deliver seamless events with confidence.

If you’re searching for freelance event planner Devon, temporary event coordinator Cornwall, or extra event support Somerset – this blog is for you.

Why Businesses and Agencies Need Freelance Event Support

In today’s fast-paced world, internal teams are often stretched, and events can quickly become overwhelming. Whether you need someone to take the reins on logistics, manage suppliers, or simply be an extra pair of experienced hands on event day, a freelance professional brings flexibility, skill and calm under pressure.

Freelance support can help:

-Take pressure off in-house teams

-Manage on-the-day operations

-Troubleshoot issues without drama

-Bring fresh ideas and industry knowledge

-Fill in gaps without long-term commitments

What to Look for in a Freelance Event Professional

Not all freelance support is created equal. When it comes to finding the right fit, experience and attitude matter just as much as skills on paper.

Look for someone who:

-Has proven experience across multiple event types (weddings, corporate, public-facing)

-Can hit the ground running with minimal briefing

-Thinks on their feet and handles issues without panicking

-Is confident communicating with suppliers, venues, and guests

-Understands the importance of discretion, professionalism and brand alignment

-Fits naturally within your team and understands your business. Personality and chemistry matter just as much as skill

At Inspired Occasions, we’ve stepped in at every stage; from full end-to-end delivery to being the calm voice in the radio earpiece on event day.

Real Support. Real Experience.

Having a seasoned freelance event professional on board means you get someone who’s seen it all before.

Late supplier? We’ve got a backup. Tech glitch mid-event? We’ll problem-solve quietly and efficiently. Team short-staffed on the day? We’ll slot in where needed without the need for hand-holding.

That kind of support is invaluable when things are moving fast and the stakes are high.

Where We Work and Who We Support

We’re based in Devon but support events across Cornwall, Somerset, and throughout the UK. We regularly collaborate with:

-Event agencies looking for freelance planners or coordinators

-In-house marketing or comms teams planning conferences or launches

-Wedding venues needing experienced coordination support

-Independent businesses hosting private or public events

Whether you need full planning support or an extra expert on the ground, we’re happy to step in.

Need Freelance Event Support That Just Gets It?

Let us take the pressure off.

We’re friendly, unflappable and come with years of real experience. Whether you’re planning a once-in-a-lifetime celebration or a high-stakes business event, Inspired Occasions is here to make it easier.

Get in touch today to book freelance event support that blends in seamlessly and brings your event to life without the stress.