I got a call from a potential client who left a message on my phone. She had called me previously to see about booking my services for a Holiday party. She called back a week latter to inform me that she had booked another DJ that was more reasonably priced. This particular client had seen me work a 50th wedding anniversary party , that is how she found me for her party. I am guessing she never had a chance to see this other DJ in action. If so, then how in the world does she know the other DJ is more reasonably priced?
The biggest misperception out there is all Disc Jockeys are the same, and the cheaper DJ is the better value. If all food were the same, why wouldn’t we all serve McDonald’s for important catered events? After all, it is the cheapest and you get the same results, right? McDonald’s is reasonably priced for fast food, but we do not serve fast food for important events like weddings or Holiday parties.
Disc Jockey Rates & Fees
Source: American Disc Jockey Association
Rates for the DJ industry vary greatly, ranging from $350.00 to over $5,000.00 with an average of $1,200.00 for a 4 hour booking. Disc Jockey rates vary based on talent, experience, emcee ability, service, coordination, equipment needed, music knowledge, mixing ability and personality. Rates for the DJ industry vary greatly, ranging from $350.00 to over $5,000.00 with an average of $1,200.00 for a 4 hour booking.
Investment
When it comes to planning your event, a great amount of time and money is invested in that one day, especially a wedding. When it comes time to select your entertainment there’s a few things you should know.
How much money should you pay for a Disc Jockey?
A DJ is responsible for many things including making sure your wedding or event is engaging, fun, and memorable for you and your guests. The one insurance policy that will make the difference whether your guests leave early or create lasting memories until the end of the night is the entertainment! No matter what else happens, a great experienced professional DJ can help you get a maximum return on your investment of your celebration.
