EVENT PROPOSAL TEMPLATE
CHECKLIST
Use this checklist to help you create the perfect client-focused event proposal every time.
REQUIREMENTS
Not meeting the basic requirements set out by the client is a guaranteed route to failure.
Check off all that apply:
Include a company overview
State why you are perfect for the contract
Include relevant case studies and statistics
Include team member profiles
Follow the client’s formatting instructions
Make sure the order of sections is correct
Ensure the budget is handled in line with client expectation
Include high and low budget options
Include upsells
Identify new forms of revenue if possible
Include your environmental policy
MESSAGING
Ensure that you understand the needs of your client by speaking their language.
Check off all that apply:
Create detailed client personas
Ensure language is client focused
Specific details within the proposal tie back to client needs/objectives
Messaging reflects your personality
Images
Use the right kind of imagery to strengthen your proposal and inspire your clients.
CHECK OFF ALL THAT APPLY:
Use images that inspire your client
Use images that make the client feel you are the right company for the job
Use images containing people
Use original images - avoid stock images
Use high-quality images
Design
Good design is a key factor in presenting the right image to your clients.
CHECK OFF ALL THAT APPLY:
The design emphasizes and reinforces the messaging
It reflects reflects your personality, professionalism and level of service
It uses a master template
Use a library for reusable design elements
Innovation
Ensure that you are innovative to stand out from the pack.
CHECK OFF ALL THAT APPLY:
Your proposal contains something new and exciting that the client won't have seen/heard
before
Enhance your proposal with video
Include testimonials that highlight innovation
Use 3D visuals
Put clients inside venues with immersive technology
Use a stunning format (interactive web page rather than PDF)
FINAL CHECKLIST
Have you met the client’s basic requirements?
Have you answered all questions and criteria?
Is your messaging client focused?
Have you made effective use of images?
Is your proposal well designed?
Is your proposal innovative?