When booking a wedding DJ for your entertainment, there are a few things to keep in mind besides the price.
1. Does the DJ have the experience to make your wedding reception a good memory?
This is a question few people think to ask a DJ. If you haven't seen the DJ in action or at least on a video, how do you know they have the experience to handle your reception? Most times, if the DJ is experienced in receptions, they will provide references you can call or email as well as pictures of the events they have entertained. Another way to check the background of the DJ is see if they have a Facebook Fan Page or a website. The Facebook page will give you an idea of what kind of shows they do on a regular basis, what other people are saying about the shows, and if the DJ is as outgoing or as reserved as you want them to be.
2. Does the DJ also handle the announcing at the wedding reception?
Most DJs that have wedding reception experience can also MC the event. When you ask for an MC, make sure the person has been trained on how to make announcements. You want an MC that can get your guests attention without too much effort and can make your announcements in a clear, easy to understand, voice. Also, your MC will go over any last minute details (like the pronunciation of the names) before the reception to make sure all the announcements are done to your specifications.
3. Does the DJ have insurance for their company to cover liability?
Too many DJs do not have insurance and have lost their livelihood and sometimes their personal possessions like homes and cars because of accidents that could have been covered by insurance. Make sure your DJ has insurance and can provide a declarations page at the time of the contract signing. Also check with your venue to make sure they don't require the insurance to list them as an additional insured. Some venues will tell you about Wedding Day Insurance, which typically costs from $100 to $200 depending on the venue and the type of reception you are having.
This is a two part series. There is so much information regarding interviewing DJs on the internet.
Be on the lookout for the second part of this article coming soon.
Janine is a co-owner of a San Antonio DJ and Karaoke company called Big Tyme Entertainment. Big Tyme has been in business since 2004 and has continually grown since then from just a little one man Karaoke show to five regular shows a week, 40 to 50 additional private parties and weddings a year, eight employees and has an expansion coming soon. To book your event, go to http://bigtymeentertainment.com/djservices/
1. Does the DJ have the experience to make your wedding reception a good memory?
This is a question few people think to ask a DJ. If you haven't seen the DJ in action or at least on a video, how do you know they have the experience to handle your reception? Most times, if the DJ is experienced in receptions, they will provide references you can call or email as well as pictures of the events they have entertained. Another way to check the background of the DJ is see if they have a Facebook Fan Page or a website. The Facebook page will give you an idea of what kind of shows they do on a regular basis, what other people are saying about the shows, and if the DJ is as outgoing or as reserved as you want them to be.
2. Does the DJ also handle the announcing at the wedding reception?
Most DJs that have wedding reception experience can also MC the event. When you ask for an MC, make sure the person has been trained on how to make announcements. You want an MC that can get your guests attention without too much effort and can make your announcements in a clear, easy to understand, voice. Also, your MC will go over any last minute details (like the pronunciation of the names) before the reception to make sure all the announcements are done to your specifications.
3. Does the DJ have insurance for their company to cover liability?
Too many DJs do not have insurance and have lost their livelihood and sometimes their personal possessions like homes and cars because of accidents that could have been covered by insurance. Make sure your DJ has insurance and can provide a declarations page at the time of the contract signing. Also check with your venue to make sure they don't require the insurance to list them as an additional insured. Some venues will tell you about Wedding Day Insurance, which typically costs from $100 to $200 depending on the venue and the type of reception you are having.
This is a two part series. There is so much information regarding interviewing DJs on the internet.
Be on the lookout for the second part of this article coming soon.
Janine is a co-owner of a San Antonio DJ and Karaoke company called Big Tyme Entertainment. Big Tyme has been in business since 2004 and has continually grown since then from just a little one man Karaoke show to five regular shows a week, 40 to 50 additional private parties and weddings a year, eight employees and has an expansion coming soon. To book your event, go to http://bigtymeentertainment.com/djservices/
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