The Social Event Planner

Name: The Social Event Planner
Address: Los Angeles, CA, 90004, US
Price range: Starts at $800
Rating: 4.8

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 10

About The Social Event Planner

The Social Event Planner

Owner & Event Producer

I’m Jackie, a Southern California based wedding and event planner with 15 years of experience. My background includes a decade as a professional DJ, years in corporate events, and time running a small catering and private chef business. For the past 8 years, I’ve been focused on weddings and freelance production, with a love for multicultural and one of a kind celebrations.

I work best with clients who appreciate me for being myself, fun, passionate, and a little entertaining. I’m so grateful to those who’ve supported me with kindness and trust along the way. As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and being both Latina and Native American, I bring my full identity into this work. I’m all about dreaming big and creating unforgettable experiences with any cultural background.

In three words: Calm, Fun, Organized

Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $3,500*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $1,500*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $1,000

Event design

Pricing starts at $1,500

Destination wedding

Pricing starts at $3,000*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $800*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Reviews

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4.8 out of 5

18 reviews

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Jackie rules !
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•Amanda D.•Oct 20
Every detail was thought through, every hiccup handled before we even knew it existed, and on the day itself, she created this seamless, joyful flow that let us actually enjoy our wedding instead of worrying about logistics. Our family and guests kept saying how “everything just felt so easy”—and that’s entirely thanks to Jackie. She was our guide, our cheerleader, and our sanity-saver all rolled into one. If you want a planner who brings heart, style, and serious organization to your day, hire Jackie. You’ll thank yourself every single step of the way.
Our wedding day MVP!
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•Kelly G.•Oct 18
Jackie was absolutely wonderful and such a huge help for my small, intimate wedding in Laguna Beach! We’re from Texas, so I really needed someone local in California and she completely nailed it. Jackie was professional, incredibly helpful, and so kind throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, she brought such a calming presence during stressful moments and handled everything with ease. She truly knows how to roll with the punches and get things done. We absolutely loved working with her, thank you for everything, Jackie!
Best Coordinator Ever
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•Melinda A.•Oct 15
When I tell you that hiring Jackie was the best decision we made for our wedding… We were planning a DIY bilingual wedding on our own at our church/church hall and were advised to hire a coordinator for the day of to make sure everything run smoothly. From the beginning stages of planning to the wedding day, Jackie is an absolute pro. Forgot a boutonnière? Jackie made us one in 2 mins. Can't figure out how to bustle the dress? Jackie made a makeshift bustle. Entire wall lose power? Jackie quickly found an extension cord to power the Photo Booth. I can’t tell you how much of a joy it was to work with Jackie and her wonderful team. It was 100% worth it and it feels more like a friend helping you throughout the day! Thank you so so much again!
San Diego Wedding
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•Alexis A.•Oct 14
While The Social Event Planner was attentive early in the planning process, communication became inconsistent as the wedding approached. There were moments when we felt our vision wasn’t fully understood, and a few of our vendors mentioned having similar coordination challenges. On the wedding day, their presence was limited during parts of the evening, which was disappointing. Overall, they weren’t quite the right fit for us, and we learned how important clear communication and reliability are when choosing a planning team.
Response from vendor•Oct 14, 2025
Alexis, I’m truly saddened to read your review, as I genuinely enjoyed working with you and your family. Everyone was so kind and welcoming, and I even remember being asked to connect with your sister about future events, which meant a lot to me. From the beginning, I tried to go above and beyond, extending your one-month package to nearly three months of support, adjusting my schedule so I could attend your rehearsal, and staying until the very end of your wedding night to help pack your custom centerpieces, even though it wasn’t part of my contracted duties. The only point I was not present was when I stepped away to take a break for dinner. Each moment was coordinated by me, and on time every step of the way. I’m so confused as to why you would think I wasn’t there? Throughout the process, I stayed in close contact with your photographer, DJ, and venue to ensure coordination went smoothly. I’m very sorry to hear that communication felt inconsistent on your end that was never my intention. I recognize there may have been some confusion between the level of service booked and what was later needed, and I’ll absolutely use this as an opportunity to make expectations even clearer for future clients. I truly wish you and Christopher the best in your marriage and thank you again for allowing me to be part of your beautiful day.