From Vows to Vacancies – Interest for Wedding Planners Grows by 70%
India, 26 February 2025: Indeed’s new data shows that job seeker interest in travel and hospitality roles jumped by 37% compared to the last wedding season (Nov’24-Jan’25). Weddings played a major role in this surge, fueling demand for resort managers, hotel staff, travel agents, banquet coordinators, and decorators. Among them, wedding planners stood out, with a staggering 70% increase in clicks, as more couples turned to professionals to orchestrate their big day.
Sashi Kumar, Head of Sales at Indeed India said “The wedding industry is creating a wave of new job opportunities. As couples say ‘I do,’ the industry is saying ‘We’re hiring!’. The wedding industry is booming, and so is the demand for skilled professionals to support it. We’re seeing a significant surge in interest in travel and hospitality roles, particularly those related to weddings, as couples increasingly seek professional help to create their dream celebrations. This translates into exciting career opportunities within the sector.”
Snippet from Indeed Data On Job Seeker Interest?
Timeline: January 2024 – January 2025
🔼(Growth)↔ (Not much change) 🔽(Decline)
| Job Roles | % Change in Clicks |
| Wedding Planner | 70 🔼 |
| Resort Manager | 57 🔼 |
| Hotel Manager | 52 🔼 |
| Travel Agent | 16 🔼 |
| Hotel Receptionist | 3 ↔ |
| Travel Consultant | 20 🔼 |
| Bouncer | -0.40 🔽 |
| Specialist Tours Manager | -3.30 🔽 |
| Travel Consultant | -5.10 🔽 |
| Event Staff | -37 🔽 |
A Call to Job Seekers
For job seekers eyeing a career in travel and hospitality, the wedding industry is proving to be a high-growth domain. The evolving nature of celebrations, ranging from sustainable weddings to personalized, boutique experiences has created a dynamic job market with evolving roles. From seasoned professionals to fresh graduates, this sector offers a wealth of opportunities to build rewarding careers.
