Check in with your venue first. “雇用 DJ 之前, it’s important to check in with your venue. You’ll want to be informed about any restrictions they might have — like noise limits, a music curfew, availability/load of electrical circuits, and time limits for setup and breakdown of the DJ’s equipment. When doing your site tour, check where the outlets are located in your event space. That will help you get an idea of your floor plan, including where the DJ can set up shop and where the dance floor will be.” ——珍娜·米勒, 创意总监 指南来了
Find out their style. “You may want the laid-back type and just dance all night, or you may want someone getting your guests up and being vocal during their sets. It’s best to know how they operate before the big day.” ——埃丽卡·特隆贝蒂, 无限事件
“Ask things like, ‘Do you get on the mic to entertain and introduce songs?’ or ‘Do you hop on the mic to encourage folks to dance?’ or ‘Do you focus on just changing the music to engage the audience?’ See what their style is and if it’s what you’re picturing for your crowd. You can also ask them for a sample of how they mix transitions between songs to get an idea of how things will sound on the wedding day — no awkward pauses here!” “A.威廉姆斯。”, 创始人 & 创意总监, AJ 活动
“Ask your DJ before your book if he/she/they take requests? So many guests get inspired while they’re on the dance floor and insist on hearing a specific song. You can always supply your DJ with a substantial do-not-play list, but keep your guests dancing and allow them to request something that will be sure to keep the floor full.” ——诺拉·谢尔斯, 创办人 新娘的幸福 and Co-Founder of 石头纸币
Remember it’s more than just the cost. “WedBrilliant can be such a great tool as you choose a wedding DJ. Couples can post the specifics about their wedding and goals for their DJ and DJ pros will send customized bids that highlight their experience, their role during the ceremony, and how they engage and entertain everyone during the reception! Some key tips to keep in mind: select a DJ who has great experience at weddings, and ask to see clips of them in action; find out how they get guests up and out of their seats and how they keep the fun going; if you don’t have a separate emcee for your wedding, make sure to ask prospective DJs about their experience making announcements and getting everyone’s attention; put together your ideal playlist for your DJ, but don’t forget to also add a ‘do not play’ list, to avoid any surprise guest requests!” ——梅丽莎·威尔莫特, 创始人 & CEO of WedBrilliant
Get recommendations! “Keep in mind that the DJ is the heart of your reception. Bad DJ = bad party, amazing DJ = amazing dance party. Don’t skimp on your DJ and try to get recommendations from your friends if you don’t have a planner that can send tried and true options.” ——谢尔斯
Make sure your personalities mesh. “总是, always, always meet with your DJ either virtually (camera on) or in person. You need to vibe with this individual with the get go — so if your gut is telling you something isn’t jiving, say thanks and move on to the next. DJs play such a pivotal role in keeping the night going, it’s imperative that you feel a connection, and that this individual is excited at the prospect of working on your day. Always read the reviews — on multiple platforms! See what people talk about the most with your potential DJ, and if that aligns with the priorities you have for the evening.” ——阿什莉·拉奇尼, 的主人 阿尔斯通·梅格活动
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Ask about their back-up plans. “It’s good to know what happens if they are sick, or if their equipment fails, along with how they are on the microphone.” ——特罗贝蒂
“Make sure your DJ, and really all of your vendors, have team members or a network they can tap into if the unthinkable happens. No one wants to be stranded on their wedding day without music! Plan ahead and hopefully the Plan B is completely unnecessary.” ——谢尔斯
Make sure to hop on a call with your DJ first. “When looking for the right DJ, you want someone who can put together a great playlist to keep your guests on the dance floor and someone who can be a good emcee. Nothing kills a wedding more than a poorly put together playlist and someone who isn’t great at hyping up the crowd and making announcements for smooth transitions. Always hop on a call with a DJ to ask questions and get a good sense of who they are, what they can do, and that you guys vibe!” ——卡里·德克森, CEO + 首席策划师, 羽箭事件