Music can make or break a wedding reception. Picking out the DJ that is right for you is key in setting the tone and the mood for your guests to party the night away. By hiring a karaoke DJ you will have both great music and entertainment for all to remember and enjoy. Follow the below steps to hire a karaoke DJ who meets your needs.
Instructions
Hire a Karaoke DJ for a Wedding
1. Sit down with recently married friends and/or co-workers and ask for DJ recommendations. Ask them to give a review of the DJ's cost, performance, personality and ease of working together.
2. Go online and research the DJs suggested by friends or colleagues. Read through reviews, services, prices and specialties. The more information you can find and review, the better. Pick one to three of your favorite DJs and call them, ask if they have karaoke capability. If so, set up a time to sit down and discuss your needs.
3. Discuss price, set-up, technical needs, past experiences and availability. Provide the DJ candidates with electrical outlet information for your reception facility so they know what they will be working with and if it is doable. Give the DJ a list of the songs you would like used for karaoke purposes to ensure the DJ has them and/or can get them.
4. Check with the Better Business Bureau for any information about the DJ's past business dealings.
5. Determine which karaoke DJ you would like to hire for your wedding. Call and schedule the date with the DJ. Put down a deposit for pending services, likely with a credit card or check.
6. Two weeks prior to the wedding, check in with your hired DJ to update any info or karaoke song lists that you believe are crucial to your wedding reception success.
7. During this conversation, ask the DJ what he or she recommends for songs, games or other crowd-pleasing activities. Decide together where to fit those into the reception.
8. With the help of your DJ, create a timeline for when the first dance should begin and when subsequent activities should happen.
9. Designate someone, possibly the father of the groom or the best man, to pay the DJ the balance at some point before or after the reception. A check is the best option as it can be tracked and does not require a credit card machine to complete payment.
