Course Summary

You’re a celebrant. But you’re also a business owner — and that takes a different set of skills. Many newly registered celebrants are brilliant at ceremonies but feel uncertain when it comes to the business side: How do I find clients? What should I charge? How do I stand out in a crowded market? What tools do I actually need?

This workshop is your business starter kit. Designed specifically for celebrants, this practical session covers the fundamentals of building a sustainable, professional celebrant practice — from defining your brand and setting your pricing, to the digital tools and systems that keep your business running smoothly. You don’t need a business degree. You just need the right toolbox.

Course Sessions

Saturday, 17th October - 1 class


Session ID SKBB9301C
17 Oct - 17 Oct 10:00am - 1:00pm
Location CBD
Session Fees
$215 / $204 (conc)
Teacher
Zee SCOTT

Defining Your Celebrant Brand

● What is a brand (and what it isn’t)
● Identifying your niche: what kind of celebrant do you want to be?
● Finding your voice, style, and the clients you’re best suited to serve
● Visual identity basics: photos, logos, colours, and consistency

Pricing with Confidence

● How to research the market and understand your local landscape
● Calculating what you actually need to charge (not just what feels comfortable)
● Packages vs. flat fees — pros, cons, and what works for celebrants
● How to talk about price without apologising for it

Your Online Presence

● Website essentials: what every celebrant website needs
● Google Business Profile — why it’s your most powerful free tool
● Instagram and social media: where to show up and how often
● Gathering and using reviews to build credibility

The Enquiry-to-Booking Workflow

● Responding to enquiries quickly and professionally
● Initial consultation: what to cover and how to structure it
● Contracts, deposits, and protecting yourself legally
● Recommended tools: booking systems, invoicing, CRMs

Admin, Finance & Staying Sane

● The key documents every celebrant business needs
● Simple financial tracking for sole traders
● Tax basics for newly registered ABN holders
● Templates and tools to save you time

Building a Referral Network

● Working with venues, wedding planners, and photographers
● How to position yourself as a preferred supplier
● Collaboration over competition: building your industry community

Zee Scott has been solemnising marriages across Australia and the UK for over a decade. She teaches the Certificate IV in Celebrancy at Box Hill Institute and runs a private celebrant mentoring practice. Zee is passionate about supporting newly registered celebrants through the gap between finishing their qualification and feeling truly ready to do the work.

This course is perfect for newly registered or almost-registered celebrants ready to build a professional, sustainable business. No prior business experience required.

Last updated: June 12, 2026 04:59pm