 DJ Dave & The Kid  |
When planning a party of any sort, your objective is to ensure you and your guests have a good time, period! Your choice of entertainment, particularly if you are considering a DJ, is crucial to that end. Who you choose for your wedding reception or special event will have a greater impact than any other factor, such as food or location. The DJ you choose is a direct reflection on you. Here are some important points to remember when you interview a DJ company. Prompt return of your phone calls or E-mails. You should expect to get a call back within 24 hours. The DJ might be away from his office and may not be able to return your call within an hour or two. Willingness to meet with you and present his/her service. Will the DJ try to meet with you at YOUR convenience or is he just trying to book the date site unseen? Is their material neat and professional looking, and is their presentation organized and informative? Is the price too good to be true? It seems that the DJ is often the last service chosen, after much of the budget is expended on a venue, food, and clothing. This often results in brides and party planners having to shop for the cheapest price possible because of a lack of resources. This often backfires when holding out for the lowest price. However if you have adhered to the guiding principals noted here, you will know to avoid services that have a rock bottom price because they will not display the level of quality and attention to detail that EVERY client deserves! Do you LIKE the person that shows up? There is NOTHING worse in the world than having to do business with someone you do not like. Choosing the person who "feels" right is the most important factor in picking the right entertainer for your party or reception. The DJ you choose should be very open about what he/she can do. Is the person knowledgeable about your type of event? There are all kinds of DJ's. Wedding DJ's, Club DJ's, Rap DJ's,. . .;an infinite number! Can the DJ you interview handle your type of event? Ask the DJ how many events of your type he/she has done. What type of documents does the DJ show you to obtain your business? In a good interview, the DJ should show you several documents. First and foremost is a planner. This planner should impress you enough to the point where you understand the DJ you are hiring is a professional, and capable of handling your event. A sample contract should be available as well as schedule of pricing information. If your DJ offers references, CALL THEM!! Ask if there were any issues or problem areas caused by the DJ. Does the DJ have a music list(s) that shows you what type of music they have in their library? In some fashion, you the client need assurance that the DJ you hire has a sizable and varied collection of music to please all different tastes. Does the DJ use professional grade equipment? If the DJ does not have photos of his/her gear, you should ask to make an appointment to see the equipment or photos of the DJ's set-up. Although there are many fine stereo equipment components made, they are not suitable for commercial or repeated use and varying room conditions. The DJ should be able to tell you what he/she uses and characterize the equipment as professional grade. Professional grade equipment should also always be encased in travel cases. This not only presents a much neater appearance with no wires shown but also protects the equipment during transport. Will the DJ offer to meet with you AFTER signing the contract to plan your event? A professional DJ is ALWAYS willing to discuss your event at any time before the event starts, and should display the flexibility to accommodate changes and help you solve problems. Meeting with your DJ to plan your event is of paramount importance to a successful event such as a wedding reception. |
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