PARTIES
PLANNING A party
When planning a party, one of the biggest fears is “Will the guests have fun?”
With TEAM DJ, our DJs know how to make sure that the guests are having fun, dancing, and having the time of their lives.
Great Entertainment is simply an investment in the event!
Bad DJs can ruin parties. If the guests aren’t having fun, they’ll leave early, or, if it’s an annual thing, they’ll try to get out of the next one.
Our team of DJs are an investment into a better time for all, and happy returns going forward.
What kind of party?
Just about anything. From Birthday Party to Anniversary Bash, from Pool Party to New Year’s Eve Celebration, the sky’s the limit. There’s no issue with the number of guests either; we can accommodate a smaller, intimate party, or a full blown extravaganza.
Naturally, a party gets the same benefits as a wedding reception:
- You meet your DJ Before the Event
- State of the Art Sound Systems
- Unbelievable Music Library
- Fun, Experienced, Interactive DJ’s
Add in the latest dance releases, and a wide range of party songs, and we can give you a party you won’t soon forget!
We work with you
Your DJ will work with you to make sure everything is handled to your satisfaction. Party activities, announcements, speeches, giveaways; it’s all part of the night. We’ll work with you to make sure it all goes right.
it’s all Online
Once you have booked your event, you will be given a password to our Client Area. This will allow you access to several electronic forms. Most notable are the Songlist and the Timeline.
A party, even a large corporate function, is usually a pretty streamlined affair. The biggest factors are usually time and music. With the Timeline, you’ll be able to lay out a guideline for us (time-wise) — what to do, and when, and any particular things that need to happen (singing happy birthday, or a special dance for the anniversary couple, or a speech by the CEO). With the Songlist, you can enter any songs you or your group thinks we need to have. If it’s on the list, we’ll have it for you. We probably have it anyway, but if it’s on the list, there’s no doubt.
We make it easy for you
We want to do what we can on our side, to make your experience that much easier and that much more pleasant. Here are just SOME of the things that might help make the difference for you…
- Available By Phone, so you can talk to a real person who cares about your event
- Online Tools that are easy to use so you can plan your party on your own schedule
- Experienced DJs on staff so we can give you real-world advice about your event
- LARGE Music Library so that we have the songs that you and your guests want to dance to
- Early Arrival And Setup so your wedding starts on time
- Appropriately Dressed DJs so they will blend in with your event
- Fully Insured so that we can perform at any venue (most venues require vendors to have liability insurance)
- Professional Sound Equipment so you and your guests can enjoy the music and hear the person on the microphone clearly
- Complimentary Lighting because the dance floor always looks better with a little flair
- Backup Staff & Equipment so that in the case of an emergency or failure, the show can still go on
What is the process?
Once you’ve booked with TEAM DJ, you receive an access code to our online tool suite, and a DJ is assigned to your event.
Between booking and your event, you can use our Online Planning Tools to fill out as much of the schedule as you like.
About 30-40 days before your event, your DJ will make contact with you, and set up a meeting/planning session. This is a one on one meeting with your DJ, and should take about an hour, more or less. At this meeting, your DJ will review your schedule, planning guide, and request list, and make sure all your questions are answered and any blanks are filled in.
After that, you can leave it to us.
On the day of the event, we’ll be on site about an hour to ninety minutes in advance to allow plenty of time for unloading and set up of equipment.
Naturally, the set up and tear down time is on US, you are only paying for music and entertainment.
What happens at the party?
Once things start out, your DJ will work with the venue and any other vendors (such as photographers) to make certain everyone is working from the same schedule (yours).
Unless otherwise requested, your DJ will serve as MC, taking care of all announcements, introductions and directions to the guests.
We’ll work from your playlist, or take requests, or work the crowd (or some combination thereof), depending on how you’d like your party to be run.
whose party is it?
Remember, it’s your party. Any time you (the bride or the groom) want or need anything from us – announcements, requests, whatever – all you have to to do is ask!
How many years of professional experience do you have?
TEAM DJ started in 1998. Some of our DJ’s have been around for the whole run, and THEY train the newer associates to make sure your reception is fantastic. You will always get an experienced DJ who can handle any situation with TEAM DJ.
Will you assist us in pre-planning our party?
Our phone lines are always open to you. If you have a question, we are always here to assist you. It can be a DJ question, or a question on any of our other services. We have a lot of knowledge to share with you.
Can we meet our DJ before the event?
You will meet with your DJ approximately one month before your event to cover all of the details of your wedding reception. If it’s more convenient for you, skype, facetime, and phone meetings are also an option. If you would like to meet a DJ before you book, we can make that happen for you also.
Does the DJ make all the announcements?
Your DJ will make all the announcements, unless otherwise instructed. Also, they will keep track of the time schedule, take requests from the guests, and so on.
Do you have a variety of music?
Our song list has over 70,000 selections to get you started. Our online tools make it easy for you to make your personalized song list. Also if a song does not show on the list there is a custom song button to add it to your list and we will get it for you.
You can choose as many songs as you like. Also, you can have the DJ take requests from the guests.
Can we bring our own music?
Absolutely. Flash drives (USB) are probably the best option, but any phone with a standard headphone jack can be plugged right in, as well.
What should we play?
Well, whatever you like, actually! BUT, if youʼre looking for an idea of the hottest current songs, or perhaps a themed party selection (80's or 90's, for example), we have an app for that!
We give you access to a great little app that is synced into our music database. It’ll show the top songs in any number of categories, from top current selections to top songs of the decades. You can find it here:
Can we bring our own music?
Absolutely. Flash drives (USB) are probably the best option, but any phone with a standard headphone jack can be plugged right in!
Will the DJ be properly dressed for the occasion?
Definitely. We always check with our clients to be certain of the ’dress code’. Anything from business casual, to suit, to tuxedo (no extra charge for formal wear)
Do you use professional equipment?
Yes, we do. There is a difference between home audio equipment and the professional equipment that we use at the shows. Our equipment is made for the road, day in and day out. Check out pictures here.
Can we control the volume at the event?
Yes. If at any time you would like us to raise or lower the volume, it would be our pleasure to do so.
Will our DJ be there on time?
Our DJ’s arrive at least an hour before an event’s scheduled start time, to allow plenty of time to set up. Setting up and taking down the equipment is included in the cost of the evening. Your DJ will also stay as long as you like, if the party is going to go past the scheduled end time, for the same hourly rate.
Does the DJ take any breaks?
No.
What are your rates?
Please give us a call at 614-798-8794 or 866-473-4138 or check your date here and fill out the form and we will send you info via email for our current rates. Also, we would love to talk to you and help you to plan your event.
What is the deposit? When is it due? When is the balance due?
Our standard deposit is $200.00. Once we receive the deposit and signed contract you are booked and we will send you a receipt. The balance is due just two weeks before the event.
Need more information? Just give us a call!
T.E.A.M. DJ | 7724 Mikayla Drive, Westerville, Ohio 43082 | 614-798-8794