subject: Hiring a Wedding DJ in Hertfordshire [print this page] Hiring a Wedding DJ in Hertfordshire Hiring a Wedding DJ in Hertfordshire
People hiring a DJ in Hertfordshire, whether its a Wedding DJ or just a Party DJ, will often raise an eyebrow when given a quote per hour for the event. Yet when you compare the work that goes into making a successful party, you will realize it's more than just playing a couple of records and announcing the buffet is open.
With customers requiring a high quality DJ service, they are responsible for keeping the atmosphere tailored to the customers requirements while making sure everyone is entertained.
But what does the DJ have to consider:
1)The Event With stricter regulations and legislation to keep to, the DJ must make sure they comply not only with there own insurance (yes professional DJ's are insured with regards to there equipment and most have public liability insurance as well), but also the event venue's regulations too. This is not an easy task, as most venue's requirements will change accordingly.
2)The Equipment DJ's often will have light's and smoke effects. With a lot of equipment and setting up to do, it can often take a DJ hours before he is ready to even think about playing records. The cost of maintaining and upgrading this equipment can often cost thousands of pounds as well as securing adequate transport for getting to venues.
3)The Music -With the ever changing faces of music the DJ's collection will often have been accumulated over a number of years.
Most modern DJ's are also entertainers as well. While they may not be pulling rabbits out of hats, there is a form of magic to keeping the right balance between the customer the DJ is playing too, and the right tempo and volume of music. For example a client celebrating their ruby anniversary is probably going to require a different style and temp of music then somebody celebrating their 21st birthday party.
The DJ will also have to cater for the level of involvement the client wishes them to have. Whether this is just playing music, taking requests or becoming an MC for the night.
DJ's are often hired via word of mouth so it is vital that they are able to give 100% at every event. Also bear in mind that there some insurers will not allow there equipment to be left alone at anytime during the event, and the DJ suddenly becomes a super human being, able to raise people moods, stand on his feet for hours at a time, and take no bathroom trips. So the next time you feel your DJ's quote is a little over the top, think of what he has to go through to make sure you have a memorable time.
