Tips for Finding the Right Wedding DJ

March 4, 2021 0 Comments

Tips for Finding the Right Wedding DJ

A wedding DJ will set the mood for your wedding. Choosing one can be challenging. You do not want to go with the wrong one because this is your special day. Thus, we share some tips for finding the right DJ for your wedding.

 

  • Referrals

 

A referral is needed. Do not choose someone you know except you have seen him or her playing in someone else’s wedding and you love the work. First, you can find referrals from your family and friends or the venue; Second, you can also find some recommendation on wedding forums. If the referrers have some videos to show, it will be perfect. In brief, find some candidates so you can compare them from several aspects.

 

  • Been at the venue before

 

This information is essential if you want to make your wedding flawless. If the DJ has performed in the venue, he would know to solve some technical problems, and also who to look for in case he needs someone. Also, he would understand the perfect volume or settings for the room. Alternatively, if he has not performed there before, see if he wants to have an inspection to the venue.

 

  • Professional vs a Hobby DJ

 

When you are trying to deal with a DJ, you would better ask if he does DJ for hobby or jobs. In other words, what you want is a wedding DJ who focuses on your wedding.  

On Point DJs - Australia - Parties2Weddings
                                                  On Point DJs – Australia – Parties2Weddings

 

  • Wedding DJ Experience

 

How long has he been a DJ? also in how many weddings has he performed? Those questions are essential to ask. Your wedding DJ should be able to play with different kinds of songs also he should be able to bring the party mood. There is no science to determine the ideal length of experience of a wedding DJ. Therefore, this will be up to your taste and your budget.

 

  • Pricing

 

How much of your budget would you allocate for wedding entertainment? Try to stick with the budget. It does not have to be precise. You can have a range of budget, for example, 2-5% of the budget to give you more flexibility in choosing the DJ. It is also advisable to search for a standard rate for a DJ in your state or country to make sure you allocate the right amount of money for the quality that you want.

 

  • Wedding DJ Equipment

 

The equipment will affect the performance too. Is it sophisticated? Is it old-fashioned? It is similar to taking pictures using a pocket camera bought years ago and using the newest camera. Normally, the newer the equipment the better the performance. In addition to it, you may also ask the DJ if he has back-up equipment in case something goes wrong.

On Cue Entertianment- Melbourne - Wedding DJ
                                               On Cue Entertianment- Melbourne – Parties2Weddings

 

  • Wedding DJ Music Library

 

It would be better to ask them how they build their playlist? Could it be from him and approved by you? Would it be all from you? Also, if the playlist is from him based on the agreed genre, would you be able to customize it? It depends on you. In case one of your guests come to the stage and personally request a song, he should know how to handle.

  • Engaging Wedding DJ

 

Does he know how to communicate with your guests and how to lift the mood? A boring wedding DJ will lead to a boring celebration. If you want your guests to flood the dance floor, you would better find someone who knows who to persuade the people to dance together on the stage. You can meet the DJ first to see how you feel about him and see how he communicate with you. In other words, choose a DJ who listens to you.

Craig Francis Music
                                         Craig Francis Music – Melbourne – Parties2Weddings

 

  • Hidden costs

 

Once you get the price from your DJ, it will be great to make sure if the numbers are already fixed? Are there any other costs that might appear in the future? Also, if tax is included already?

 

  • Insurance for Wedding DJ

 

Being a DJ does not seem a risky job. However, for precaution, this is a common question to ask. We never know what will happen.

Last but not least, It might take some time and a lot of effort to find a DJ because you want to make sure your wedding will not go in the wrong mood. Once you find the right DJ for you, ask for a contract to sign.

Wedding DJ Specialist Kerry Ashford
                                                   Kerry Ashford – Melbourne – Parties2Weddings

Read also: Wedding Band or DJ?

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