Top Questions for a Wedding DJ
Background and Experience
- How long have you been DJing weddings/vow renewals/events?
- Can we watch you perform before our vow renewal?
- Have you ever worked at our venue before?
- Can you send us a list of reviews from your other clients?
- Will you be the DJ at our vow renewal?
- What makes you different from other DJs?
Music Style
- What’s your performance style?
- What type of music do you specialize in?
- What are your favorite wedding/vow renewal songs to play?
- Can we give you a list of must-hear and do-not-play songs?
- Will you take song requests from guests during the event?
- What filler music will you play while not at the DJ booth?
- How do you encourage a shy crowd to dance?
- Can you help us create a vow renewal playlist?
Budget and Packages
- What’s included in your pricing package?
- Will you also act as an emcee?
- Does your contract include an overtime clause?
- Does your rate include setup and breakdown services?
- Does your package include lighting?
Logistics
- Are you available on our vow renewal date?
- Do you bring backup equipment?
- How much space do you need for yourself and your gear?
- Do you have any special requirements for your vendor meal?
- What’s your plan B for inclement weather for outside events?
- Will you have a soundcheck on the day of?
- Do you require liability insurance?
- What’s your cancellation policy?
- How many breaks do you need throughout the evening?
- What time will you arrive at the venue?
- Do you perform at more than one event a day?
- What is the deposit and when is it due?
- Do you provide wireless mics for the ceremony and reception?
- What will you wear to our vow renewal?
NOTE: we do not plan on having a wedding party or speeches. Tracy and Amber will have a thank you speech at the reception to express our appreciation for everyone in attendance.