How to Become a Mobile DJ
Talented individuals can often make more money with their own mobile DJ business than they can working for someone else. If you've always dreamed of opening your own mobile DJ business and becoming a mobile DJ, there has never been a better time. In this article, we'll discuss how. Let's begin.
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Things You'll Need
- Music
- Turntables
- Headphones
- Speakers
- Tables and stands
- Amplifiers
- Wireless microphones
- PA systems
Instructions
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Get a job as a DJ with an existing company. You may have already done this, but many individuals are extremely talented and have never had a real job as a DJ before. You need this in order to gain experience and skills that you don't yet have. Interview with local DJ companies and try to land a job. You should gain at least a year's experience working as a DJ and handling the responsibilities of weddings, parties, and so on, before heading out on your own.
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Gain inspiration and tips. Reading magazines such as Mobile Beat Magazine can help. It's also a great tool for keeping up on the latest trends, equipment and news as far as the mobile DJ business goes.
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Acquire your own equipment. You may already have your own equipment, but if not, it's necessary. What kind and how much equipment you have will be based on what sort of songs you play and what sort of gigs you'll be doing. However, some of the equipment you should consider includes turntables, headphones, speakers, tables and stands, amplifiers, wireless microphones, PA systems, and more. By ensuring that you have your own equipment, it will be easier to become a success with your mobile DJ business.
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Get some music. A great way to determine which music you should start with is to search for the most popular billboard hits for the last 10 years. You should probably have between 200 and 500 songs to select from. A great place to find the most popular songs and other tips and tricks for selecting your music can be found at the link in the Resources section.
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Start doing gigs. Once you've acquired your items, start doing gigs. Offer to do a few free gigs at a few local events such as a friend's birthday party or an acquaintance's wedding. By doing this, you can build a reputation for being a great and reliable DJ. Once you've gained invaluable experience, print up flyers and business cards with your information and post them in areas where individuals may see them who need your services. Good luck!
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