FREELANCE EVENT SOUND & LIGHTING
325 N. 2ND AVE, SUITE D
UPLAND, CA 91786
United States
ph: 909-770-2523
alt: 909-982-1007
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Frequently Asked Questions: About Hiring a Professional DJ
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Need To Know About Hiring A Disc Jockey For Your Event.
The Mobile Disc Jockey Profession has been under going many changes the past several years. It is becoming a profession in its own right. What does this mean for you, the consumer? It means you will be hiring a more professional Mobile Disc Jockey for your events. A more polished professional who does more than put a CD on and take it off the player.
What should you expect from a Professional DJ?
1. Professional equipment- no home stereo units - no small record library of songs
2. Questionnaire to be sent to client so that the DJ and customer can lock down specifices of the event. This prevents and eliminates problems like "he said, she said."
3. Contracts to lock down the specifics of the event and to protect both you and the DJ. Its just good business.
4. Keeping in touch with the customer until the event.
5. Arrival of least an hour before the event for setup and any last minute changes to the event.
6. Appropriate dress for the occasion.
7. Upgrading skills by attending professional conferences on Djing and entertainment.
8. Acting in a professional manner as a DJ and Entertainer, running your function smoothly.
9. Being able to read the audience and playing the music that keeps people engaged on the dance floor.
What makes up the cost of a party or event?
When your quoted a price for your event a number of things go into it, obviously the amount of time the event is to take place (e.g. 4 hour event), but that is not all that price includes:
1. Set-up time-arrival before the event (minimum of an hour in most cases, more in others-Difficult in getting to event or getting equipment in the building (e.g. second or third floors, no direct access, having to go through kitchens, out of the way corridors or other special circumstances.
2. Tear down-getting equipment out of the event.
3. Drive time-some events can be farther away than others. If an event is over an hour and half of drive time and it is late at night, there will be an extra charge for a one-night stay at a motel, which will be included in the price.
4. Constant upgrading of music-on going cost to all DJ's as they must stay current and meeting the special request of customers.
5. Special attire-tuxedoes for formal events-special costomes for theme events.
6. Special lighting, props, prizes.
7. Extra duties-Mc duties-making announcements. Running contest and games for special events.
8. Unusual request of the customer, which can include almost anything.
9. Additional equipment for larger venues and karaoke which is now being offered
10. Unless a professional party organizer has been hired to run the event, we provide that service through the questionnaire. We keep track of times and talk to all those involved in the reception (caterer, photographer, hotel staff, videographer and any others involved).
You can spend any amount of money on entertainment for your special event. DJ's come in all price ranges. Freelance Entertainment DJ Service came to their pricing structure by determining the level of professionalism it wants to achieve and the type of services it wants to provide. I hope this helps in understanding what makes up the cost of a DJ.
What You Need To Know About Hiring A Disc Jockey For Your Event.
The Mobile Disc Jockey Profession has been under going many changes the past several years. It is becoming a profession in its own right. What does this mean for you, the consumer? It means you will be hiring a more professional Mobile Disc Jockey for your events. A more polished professional who does more than put a CD on and take it off the player.
What should you expect from a Professional DJ?
1. Professional equipment- no home stereo units - no small record library of songs
2. Questionnaire to be sent to client so that the DJ and customer can lock down specifices of the event. This prevents and eliminates problems like "he said, she said."
3. Contracts to lock down the specifics of the event and to protect both you and the DJ. Its just good business.
4. Keeping in touch with the customer until the event.
5. Arrival of least an hour before the event for setup and any last minute changes to the event.
6. Appropriate dress for the occasion.
7. Upgrading skills by attending professional conferences on Djing and entertainment.
8. Acting in a professional manner as a DJ and Entertainer, running your function smoothly.
9. Being able to read the audience and playing the music that keeps people engaged on the dance floor.
What makes up the cost of a party or event?
When your quoted a price for your event a number of things go into it, obviously the amount of time the event is to take place (e.g. 4 hour event), but that is not all that price includes:
1. Set-up time-arrival before the event (minimum of an hour in most cases, more in others-Difficult in getting to event or getting equipment in the building (e.g. second or third floors, no direct access, having to go through kitchens, out of the way corridors or other special circumstances.
2. Tear down-getting equipment out of the event.
3. Drive time-some events can be farther away than others. If an event is over an hour and half of drive time and it is late at night, there will be an extra charge for a one-night stay at a motel, which will be included in the price.
4. Constant upgrading of music-on going cost to all DJ's as they must stay current and meeting the special request of customers.
5. Special attire-tuxedoes for formal events-special costomes for theme events.
6. Special lighting, props, prizes.
7. Extra duties-Mc duties-making announcements. Running contest and games for special events.
8. Unusual request of the customer, which can include almost anything.
9. Additional equipment for larger venues and karaoke which is now being offered
10. Unless a professional party organizer has been hired to run the event, we provide that service through the questionnaire. We keep track of times and talk to all those involved in the reception (caterer, photographer, hotel staff, videographer and any others involved).
You can spend any amount of money on entertainment for your special event. DJ's come in all price ranges. Freelance Entertainment DJ Service came to their pricing structure by determining the level of professionalism it wants to achieve and the type of services it wants to provide. I hope this helps in understanding what makes up the cost of a DJ.
Thank you for considering Freelance DJ Service Sound & Lighting for your event.
Still have questions? Please contact us anytime! We look forward to hearing from you.
(909) 770-2523
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FREELANCE EVENT SOUND & LIGHTING
325 N. 2ND AVE, SUITE D
UPLAND, CA 91786
United States
ph: 909-770-2523
alt: 909-982-1007
info
