If you think that putting on a wedding reception for a hundred guests or planning a formal cocktail party for the boss and the board of directors is stressful, you obviously have never been in charge of a birthday party for 12 six-year olds. Adults look for the quality of conversation, food, and drink. The younger set wants to be entertained constantly, fed often, and generally allowed to run wild. (Well, yes, so do the adults, but sometimes they can be reasoned with, and their temper tantrums are usually easier to head off.) Events for children can be held at the home of their parents, which may be the most comfortable and least expensive but also brings problems of breakage, bathrooms, pets, and neighbors; or they can be held at parks, amusement areas, sporting arenas, theaters, restaurants, and other venues.
From that case, there is a job opportunity, as the children’s event organizer. This is the organizer and majordomo of a party or special event for children. The organizer should meet with parents (and child where appropriate) to discuss activities, entertainment, and food. The organizer also should develop a budget and a plan for the event, including contingencies for weather, and also supervise the event.
The job of the children’s event organizer is to know the territory, understand children, and be willing to take on the challenge of throwing a party for the pintsized. You should be able to see things from a child’s point of view. The party has to be fun, and the guest of honor is going to expect to earn bragging rights that will last at least until the next friend’s party.