07/22/2023
Wedding Business 101 - The Winston Salem Wedding DJ way:
Shopping for any vendor is a lengthy process and you should always take your time and ask as many questions as possible.
Your goal should be to hire that "just right vendor" that is going to invest themselves fully in the production of your event, regardless of the services they are offering. It is also very important, that you choose that vendor that meshes with your personalities, because over the course of many months, you will want to create a personalized working relationship with that vendor that has your best interests at heart.
At Winston Salem Wedding DJ, I don't just show up the day of and play music.
I create a harmonious working relationship with you and your fiance' and your families, to ensure a flawless event. And that should be the key to any vendor you hire - to create that relationship to ensure that your vision is brought to life. When hired, we all work together over a course of months or even a full year prior to the wedding, to create that relationship so that on your wedding day, everything is perfect and just the way you want it.
We always tell our brides and grooms, that you only get one shot at perfection, that there are no do-overs. This is why we work so closely with them, through face-to-face meetings, phone calls, emails, texts, etc., and bend over backward to ensure a successful event. Any vendor that you hire, should be willing and able to work behind the scenes to take care of any snafus that come up so that the event itself is not impacted.
Here is what I offer each couple -
Ceremony Production (that includes light DJ direction & coordination if needed) includes:
All rehearsal time the night before, all microphones necessary during the ceremony to include a wireless lapel mic for the officiant/minister, a wireless lapel mic for the groom and/or bride so their vows can be heard, all microphones needed for live musicians, readings or solos, all music production as needed, a sound system specifically designed for ceremonies (separate from the reception sound system), all production duties for the day, all face to face, phone and video consultations to establish the flow of the day, and a personally crafted timeline outlining all details and timing for the entire event.
*For outdoor ceremonies, I also provide my own 10' by 10' foot canopy to cover my equipment.
**For all other outdoor events held in a remote location where electricity isn't available, I offer generator services for rent.
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Cocktail Hour and Reception
Includes:
All in person meetings, consultations, emails and phone calls to understand the music and lighting needs for the event, a personalized planning website designed just for the couple that includes all necessary worksheets and access to the largest music database available, all music production and emcee work, a third sound system for the cocktail hour if held in a different location than the reception, a full professional sound system for the reception designed specifically to work with the venue's acoustics, as well as a designed lighting package to enhance the dance and reception spaces. The package also includes all face to face, phone and video consultations to establish the flow of the day, a personally crafted timeline outlining all details and timing for the cocktail hour and reception.
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**(The client is always given the opportunity to upgrade to an uplighting package for an extra $300.00)**
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I also offer a new lighting product called Heavenly Ceilings that will transform any plain and drab venue ceiling into a night sky filled with twinkling stars. It's free, just ask for it if you think it will enhance your evening.
I also send each couple a FREE 32 page bridal planning booklet in the mail.
There is no obligation to hire me after receiving it, it is merely my free gift to all couples to help jump start the creative juices flowing, and to get them thinking about the questions they should ask any DJ or entertainer when shopping around.
Again, there is absolutely no obligation on the couples' part to hire me after receiving it.
I am always available for advice even if I am not hired. It's what true professionals do, that are passionate about helping couples create perfection.
Winston Salem Wedding DJ
www.winstonsalemdj.com