Do you Provide A Written
Agreement? it is very important to confirm your
booking in writing. Terms should be clearly defined to
avoid future problems.
Are you Insured? Be
confident that the DJ you hire will show up for your
affair! Insurance is the law in most States and some
facility's will not allow the DJ in on the day of the event
- would you want to take the risk? Liability also will give
security & protection to you and your guests, as well as the
DJ and his expensive gear!
Do you have Backup Equipment and
DJ's? Even professional equipment can fail on
occasion, don't let this put an early end to your affair.
Make sure there is backup equipment and be sure there is a
back-up DJ should an emergency or case of illness occur.
Is your Equipment of
Professional Quality? There is a difference
between home audio and professional road-worthy equipment a
DJ uses should be built to go on the road each and every
day!
Will you listen to my Music
Suggestions? Many DJ's are of the opinion that
they know what music is best for their audience and won't
take requests. The DJ should listen to requests and play
them whenever appropriate but more important should listen
to your idea's and accept music lists during the planning
stages so with his combined experience and your input, there
should be little request or if the DJ receives a lot of
requests - this tells you one thing - not that he is popular
but that he is obviously not reading the crowd, has not does
his homework and your guests are having to request songs
they want to dance to because he has not got a clue!
Will you Dress Appropriately at
My Affair? It is important that your entertainer
look the part by dressing formal or semiformal, according to
your preference. Themed events and picnics require
different attire.The DJ should always present himself in a
tuxedo unless you direct him to wear something else.
Will you Play The Music At An
Appropriate Level? The biggest concern voiced by
prospective clients is the volume at a level appropriate for
the guests, especially during cocktails and the dinner
hour.
Do you do more than just play
Music at the Affair?
Most affairs involve more
than playing Music. It is important to have a DJ who is
capable of playing the music, handling all of the
announcements and helps to coordinate the affair.
Will you listen to my Concerns
and Inputs? A professional DJ is aware that they
can't possibly know every aspect of music and
entertainment. Your input and Suggestions should be
welcome!
Tips/Gratuity?
You will hear various theory's and
suggestions and some DJ Services demand a tip - there is no
such thing as the 'normal' or a percentage - DJ's should
NEVER expect tips or even ask for them - if they are offered
they should be accepted on the consensus they were give
freely without prompting.