(Newswire.net — May 7, 2019) — Before settling for a DJ, there are several critical questions you need to ask him/her. The questions will help you when vetting potential candidates you’ve already shortlisted. Here are some important questions to ask your wedding DJ.
Questions to Ask Your Wedding DJ
A few questions to ask your wedding DJ include asking if they offer a written contract, if that person will actually be DJing at your wedding and much more.
Do You Offer a Written Contract?
A written contract shows that the DJ is professional and reliable. Wedding DJs will have varying standards of professionalism but you’ll want to hire one with a written, legal contract. The contract will establish the DJ’s obligation to you as the client and outline what’s required of them on your wedding day.
Will You Be the DJ at Our Wedding?
Often, the person you speak with will not be the DJ at your wedding. This is common, especially if you’re dealing with a large agency. As such, it’s crucial that you get an opportunity to interview the specific DJ you’ll be working with and establish whether you feel comfortable with them. The last thing you want is to sign a contract before speaking to the DJ.
How Long Have You Been a DJ?
A wedding is one of life’s most important occasions, and you don’t want to hire an inexperienced DJ. How long someone has been a DJ gives you an idea of how experienced they are, but some DJs will only play at a few weddings in a year, for example. As such, be sure to ask how many weddings the DJ has done so that you have an idea of if they know what songs to play at your wedding or not. You also want to ask if the DJ has any formal training, either from a DJ school or a DJ company.
Do You Work Exclusively for This Company?
Most large agencies will work with independent subcontractors for their events. Also, it’s not uncommon for independent DJs to accept bookings directly and work for several agencies. Whether you book a DJ directly or through an agency, they should be able to explain what will happen in the event the DJ skips out on your event, double books or anything else that prevents them from showing up.
Have You Played at Our Reception Site Before?
Experience in playing at weddings is critical, and so is familiarity with the reception site. Every site has a unique set of challenges – from varying room sizes and configurations to different security and load-in procedures. Hiring a DJ who is familiar with your site will give you much needed peace of mind. It goes without saying that even the best DJ may have not performed at your site. Nonetheless, the DJ you plan to hire should be willing to visit the venue and prepare before the event.
What Makes You Different from Other DJs?
Any professional DJ worth his or her salt will take pride in their work and answer the question honestly and communicate why their services stand out from the rest.
Bottom Line
A wedding DJ is one of the persons who can truly make or break your wedding reception. That’s why you can’t afford to hire a DJ without doing your due diligence. These questions to ask your wedding DJ can help you find the right person for the job.