The best wedding DJ brief gives clear direction without locking the night into an inflexible playlist. Plan the important songs, timings, venue setup and guest expectations first.
Music and key moments
Ceremony
List entrances, signing music and the exit if the DJ is involved and the venue supports the setup.
Reception entrance
Confirm names, order, timing and the exact track version.
First dance
Provide the song and decide whether guests join part-way through.
Parent and cultural dances
List each formal dance, pronunciation and cue order.
Must-play direction
Choose a focused list that communicates your tastes rather than scripting every minute.
Do-not-play guidance
Name songs, artists or content that would undermine the celebration.
Venue and schedule
Guest count and age mix
This helps the DJ plan the balance between generations and genres.
Speeches and formalities
Add the timing and identify who is handling announcements. A standalone MC is not included.
Venue equipment
Confirm sound, DJ inputs, lighting, microphones and any noise limit or curfew.
Setup access
Share loading instructions and the time the DJ can access the room.
Requests
Decide whether guest requests are encouraged, limited or filtered through the couple.
Finish and overtime
Confirm the contracted finish. Overtime is charged per hour and depends on venue permission and DJ availability.
Next steps
Ready to check availability?
Share the date, location, event type, timing, audience, budget and production already supplied.
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