We think this is best answered by, "Will I feel more relaxed on my day if I have one?" If the answer is yes, we think that's the best reason.
All that said, about half of couples choose not have one. When couples have a coordinator, we always enjoy working with an organized, collaborative coordinator. And coordinators are very helpful in setting up your personal items and knowing your small details.
In addition, we also think if you are having a lot of "moving parts" such as people needing to be greeted and/or set up (i.e. mariachi, live painter, special guest performance,) then helpful. And for when the wedding is not at The BRIX, we find that they are very helpful for the church service. We won't be there to help :), but we will be at The BRIX greeting all your vendors and making sure everything looks great!
For the longer answer:
There are a lot of things that happen on your wedding day before you and your guests start arriving at The BRIX. A coordinator will help with organizing the hair and makeup timeline, photo timeline, and make sure all your vendors have the same information.
Décor setup/breakdown can be done or supported by coordinators. Other people that you can enlist if you don't have a coordinator are your family members, friends, a spirited team of groomsmen, etc. if you are planning a large DIY event.
Coordinators will also take care of every detail during wedding day- fielding vendor questions, making sure your shuttles arrive on time, the late-night pizza gets delivered, grandma gets her corsage before the ceremony, etc.
As noted, with all off-site ceremonies, we recommend a coordinator. With several locations and details, they are very helpful with coordinating these logistics. They also can be at the venue working with our team and your vendors to make sure setup is going smoothly while you are getting married
Most coordinators will start with you anywhere from 1-3 months out depending on their services. We have a few coordinators on our list that are here often and we love partnering with!
Long story short- If you feel confident in our staff, a good team of vendors, and some family/friends that are willing to help, we see weddings at The BRIX go smoothly!
If you would prefer to have a professional to keep you organized throughout your planning process, someone to lean on often, take care of every detail, and ensure your family + friends don't have to help on your day, consider a coordinator!