| When it comes to Mobile DJ hire you want a quality | | | | DJ can bring observers. It is common sense again, but |
| provider who will make your event fun. The Mobile DJ | | | | it pays to be clear. Also be clear from the outset if |
| is exactly what the name suggests. He, or she, turns | | | | you expect them to talk to the crowd or not and do |
| up at your event with his own music and equipment | | | | MC roles. Some are comfortable doing so, others not. |
| and provides the entertainment you want. | | | | Check the Mobile DJ hired will be the DJ on the night. |
| Always make sure the DJ has the music you want | | | | Sometimes people get booked up and send along |
| and will be able to play a selection on the night. You will | | | | sub-contractors. |
| have to discuss with him whether he will take requests | | | | Be clear who is going to be the point of contact for |
| from the floor or will he play a set program. | | | | the night. Often at committee functions and family |
| Check out the experience they have. Some DJs | | | | functions a number of chiefs try to take control at |
| specialize in weddings, and may struggle with your Line | | | | different times. For everyone's benefit make sure the |
| dancing 20th anniversary reunion party. It seems | | | | DJ and the participants know who is giving the orders. |
| obvious, but the music that is played (or more | | | | Get the important details in writing. A contract will |
| importantly isn't played) has a huge effect on the | | | | protect both parties should anything go wrong. Setting |
| overall atmosphere of the evening. If possible try and | | | | things out in black and white is one of the most |
| see them in action to get a real feel for their personal | | | | common things people forget when organizing Mobile |
| style. | | | | DJ hire. This is also the place to set out the hours the |
| Check out the equipment the use, make sure it is | | | | Mobile is supposed to play for and what happens if |
| professional and in good condition. One of the best | | | | overtime is required. |
| levels of comfort a Mobile DJ can is to tell you he also | | | | A mobile DJ may be a new thing for you. Make sure |
| has some back up equipment in case something goes | | | | you think through the points above and you should be |
| wrong. | | | | well on your way to a party success. |
| Set out what your dress requirements are and if the | | | | |