Event planning template
Who will be involved in the event
Date/s of event determined
Location/venue for event booked
Target audience determined
Message determined
Objectives set
Risk assessment completed
Evaluation criteria established
DECS Strategic Communications informed/involved
Early event planning template
Source identified
Sponsorship
Break even point established
Have you accounted for the GST?
Request to invite Minister or CE in writing and timely Protocol issues (relating to Commonwealth/State
Anything that needs to be approved by DECS Strategic Anything that needs to be approved by the Manager
Minister’s office notified
DECS Strategic Communications notified
Education News notified
Mailing list generated/updated
Invitation composed
Invitation checked
Printer
Calligrapher
RSVPs (responsible person briefed)
Invitation list compiled
Names on list and titles/addresses checked for accuracy Special guests/speakers alerted to make time in diaries Invitations sent
Cost per head or upfront
Upmarket or casual
Beverages – orange juice, mineral water, tea and coffee Food – fruit platters, bagels, danish, bagettes,
Hot or cold
Self service or waiting staff
Internal or external catering
Power required
Equipment required
Tables, tablecloths, cups and saucers
Plates, napkins, knives and forks (disposable/non-
Can the theme of the event be followed through in
Special dietary requirements of guests
Menu
Press, radio TV, school newsletter
Education News
Media release – DECS Strategic Communications
Book and brief
Rehearsals
Organise plaque if necessary
Check plaque wording with DECS Strategic
Departmental signage booked with DECS Strategic Other signage produced
Program finalised
Running sheet written
Program/running sheet sent to speakers
Speakers fully briefed
Speeches written
Let caterers know program - when to serve drinks/food
Copy of publication, CD-ROM
Gifts
Programs
Catalogues
Special offers/discounts
Competitions
Prizes
Security alerted
Occupational health, welfare and safety concerns Provision of first aid
PA system
CD or tape player
Lapel or handheld microphone
Lighting
Extra electrical requirements
Lectern
Extra required
Staff to meet and greet guests
Floral arrangements, pedestal – can the theme of the Background music
Wheelchair access
Toilet facilities
Welcome signage at entrance
Ushers briefed
Cloak room
Red carpet
Cleaning before and after
On standby during the event
Time for set up by whom
Time for dismantle by whom
Dais, stage
Tables, chairs layout
Chair covers
Floor plan
VIP seating
Book courier/transport
Name tags
Clear location directions
Registration desk
Person responsible
Debrief
Comments on all aspects (negative and positive) Guest feedback
Guidelines for improvement next time
Evaluation against criteria
Celebration
Thankyou’s