Can you work outdoors? = YES, but...
Yes, but I require a dedicated (not shared with anyone/anything else) line of electricity within 10 feet and a DRY level space (yes, it must be level or the speakers and/or lighting will fall down.) I can NOT work on the uneven ground or on wet/moist surfaces.  If you are having AN OUTDOOR TENTED EVENT I can set up a sound system but no lighting.

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​Do you offer a written contract? = YES
All of the wedding disc jockeys you interview may not have the same standards of professionalism. A written, legal contract is one of the first indicators of whether a DJ is professional and reliable. Furthermore, a contract establishes the Dj's obligation to the client and outlines what is required for the DJ's success, by outlining his setup requirements and other factors related to his performance. For this reason, a written contract is absolutely essential and any DJ not using a written contract should not, in our opinion, be considered for a wedding reception.​
 

Will you be the DJ at our wedding? = YES
Often, the person you speak with is not the person who will be your DJ on your wedding day. This is a very common practice among large agencies. It is absolutely paramount that you have an opportunity to interview, in person, the specific DJ that you will be working with and determine whether you feel comfortable with them. You should also expect that the individual DJ's name is specified on your contract as it is the only way you can be guaranteed his or her services at your wedding.​
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May we meet with you in person before we sign a contract? = YES
Many wedding DJs attempt to conduct their interviews over the telephone and through email instead of meeting face-to-face with prospective clients. In our experience, there are two reasons a disc jockey would do this: either they don't feel you are worth their time, or they have something to hide. Some deejays are very different in person than on the telephone and what is presented on their website, and you should insist on meeting in face-to-face so you can judge for yourself whether they are a good match for you and your wedding.  Your "gut" feeling is very important in selecting the right disc jockey, and it's practically impossible to make this evaluation unless you are together in person.​
 

How long will you hold our date for us? = UNTIL SOMEONE ELSE WANTS IT!
When you contact a professional disc jockey, they should be willing to hold your date for you for a reasonable amount of time in order to give you a chance to meet with them. They should also give you ample time after your meeting to make a decision and give you time to interview other DJs. Some DJs will use pressure sales tactics to "hard close"  you at your meeting, offering a special sale that ends that day, or attempting to pressure you to make a decision on the spot.  Any DJ that uses these types of tactics is unprofessional and is most likely doing so in order to keep you from meeting other DJs (whom they know you'll like more than you like them). One week is a reasonable amount of time to expect your date to be held for you following an initial meeting.
 
Do you perform for more than one event in a day? = NEVER
Some DJs will do as many events as they possibly can, and often try to pack their weekends with all types of DJ work. If a disc jockey has already done an event in the afternoon before your wedding, they will likely be physically exhausted by the latter half of your wedding, which is exactly when they need to be the most alert and active. This is most common at large agencies, where "weekend warriors" may perform at four to six events over a three-day period. It is hard to believe that any DJ could give that many couples an adequate amount of attention leading up to, and on, their wedding day.​
 

What makes you different from your competitors? = 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK AND I'M TRAINED, LICENSED, AND INSURED!
Any professional wedding disc jockey will take pride in their work, and be able to answer this question honestly and communicate the things that make their services unique. Some DJs, however, will take this opportunity to bash their competition and say negative things about specific DJs or agencies. We consider this type of behavior unprofessional, and is a poor reflection on them. In fact, you may want to consider making it a point to meet any DJ that they say something bad about. DJs that engage in this type of thing will often target the DJs they're afraid you'll book instead of them, and they're probably right!​
 

How would you define your "style" when making announcements? = INFORMATIONAL ONLY....NO CHEESE!
This is an extremely important question to ask because it will tell you whether or not the DJ is the right match for your guests and the atmosphere you're trying to create. If you are planning an elegant, understated wedding, then utilizing the services of a "party motivator"  or "entertainer DJ" may not be what you are looking for. If you know your guests will need a lot of encouragement to dance, then hiring someone who flatly refuses to make announcements probably isn't the best idea either.​
 

What do you do to motivate the crowd if nobody is dancing? = USE MUSIC SELECTIONS OR WORK WITH THE BRIDAL PARTY.
Different wedding disc jockeys handle this situation in very different ways. Some opt to use the microphone to try to energize  your guests and motivate them to dance. Others would never do something like this and prefer to use careful song selection to ensure dance floor success. You need to know what the DJ would do in this situation, and determine if that is the way you would like the situation handled.​
 

May we speak to your references? = ABSOLUTELY.
Speaking to a wedding DJ's former clients is a great way to get a feel for what it is like to work with them, and any DJ should be ready and willing to allow you to speak with their references. He should also be willing to contact several of these references in advance of providing you with their information, so that they have his permission and so you feel comfortable calling them. You should also be able to find information about them on popular web sites and from area venues who are familiar with their work.​
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Do you have a formal feedback tool for clients? = YES, SEE THE "REVIEWS" PAGE
If a DJ is serious about his craft and interested in becoming a better performer, they will have some type of formal feedback tool to get your comments after the event.  If you never hear from your DJ after you make the final payment then they clearly don't care about how well they've performed for you.
 
What is included in the cost of my event? = EVERYTHING, SEE THE "PACKAGES" PAGE
DJs use vastly different systems when pricing their services. Most DJs price their services a la carte, charging an hourly rate and adding charges for any additional equipment needed. Others choose to use a flat-rate pricing system and make their packages all-inclusive. You need to be clear about what a DJ is offering for the price they've quoted you, so you can compare their package to those of the other DJs you are interviewing. Remember to compare "apples to apples" when looking at one DJ's training, professionalism, and reputation.​
 

Are you insured? = YES
It is absolutely essential that any DJ you consider carries a full liability insurance policy. Being uninsured is inexcusable. Some reception sites have even taken the step of requiring all vendors working at their facility to provide proof of insurance before the wedding. Liability insurance protects you and the reception site in the unlikely event that your DJ injures one of your guests or burns your reception site to the ground.​
 

What is your policy on alcohol or smoking during the wedding? = NEVER, EVER.  IT'S YOUR PARTY, NOT MINE.
A professional DJ will never consume alcohol or take cigarette breaks during your wedding. If you interview a DJ and he tells you he needs a few drinks to "loosen up" while working, you should probably look for a DJ with higher standards of professionalism. As evil as it sounds, during an interview you can invite them to drink with you and see how they respond.​
 

What kind of equipment do you use? = TOP NOTCH.... BOSE!
Any DJ you consider should be proud of his sound system, and should be using professional-grade equipment. Most DJs understand that you are very unlikely to have a working knowledge of  professional DJ equipment, but he should be able to describe his sound system to you. You should not hear very many "home audio" brands in what he describes.  Some top brands for DJ equipment are Pioneer, Denon, JBL, Bose, Mackie, QSC, and Shure.​
 

Do you set up a sign or banner with your equipment? = NEVER.
Shameless self-promotion sometimes rears its ugly head at wedding receptions in the form of a sign or banner advertising the DJ's company name and contact information. These items inevitably find their way into your wedding pictures and video, and ruin what is an otherwise commercial-free event. This practice is repulsive and completely unprofessional, and we believe that any DJ that does this should never be hired for a wedding.​
 

Do you belong to any professional associations or trade groups? = YES, SEVERAL.
If a DJ is serious about his craft and interested in becoming a better performer, they will often join a local DJ association or trade group. These are opportunities for DJs to interact with one another, share ideas, and network with other DJs who might be able to help them should they ever have an emergency. While membership in one of these organizations is not a guarantee of that DJ's talent level, it does at least show a willingness to grow and improve and become a better DJ.