Bilingual DJ & MC services in Los Angeles and Southern California. Call today (818) 280-7703 or email djivanlopez@gmail.com
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Bilingual DJ & MC services in Los Angeles and Southern California. Call today (818) 280-7703 or email djivanlopez@gmail.com |
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| What's an MC? An MC is a Master of Ceremonies. As a Master of Ceremonies, I will take over all speaking responsibilities and make all appropriate announcements at your event. As a confident speaker, I will be understood by your attending guests when your formalities and names are announced throughout your event. Also, I have the wonderful ability of speaking Spanish fluently, which can be interchangeably used at events where guests are native Spanish speakers.
What are your rates? Weddings, Quinceañeras and other Large Scale Events: Master of Ceremonies (MC) Services Only: $100 per hour for any and all events under 300 guests. Any event over 300 guests, $200 per hour, which includes an additional assistant, deemed necessary to perform and provide the utmost service for an event of that size.
Who have you DJ-ed for (or who have been some of your clients)? Some of my previous clients have been: Mexicana Airlines, Neutrogena,
Where have your DJ and MC services been provided? The following is only an amended list of places, such as: Ritz-Carlton Hotels, Luminarias, The Beverly Hills Hotel, Omni Hotel, Hilton Hotels, Marriot Hotels, Sheraton Hotels, Castaway Restaurant, Odyssey Restaurant, Airtel Plaza Hotel, Los Angeles Convention Center, Bonaventure Hotel, Quiet Cannon, Porter Valley Country Club, Cal State Northridge (CSUN), Knollwood Country Club, Pepperdine University, UCLA, USC, The Proud Bird, Rennaisance Hotel, Radisson Hotel, Disneyland Hotel and Simon's at Ports O' Call. Space and time does not allow a list of every location, but rest assured that my services have been heard and seen throughout Southern California and beyond.
What's the difference between a professional and a non-professional DJ and MC ? With many years of experience, a professional DJ dedicates himself/herself to the providing musical entertainment at the highest level, with only the highest standards and dedicates all efforts and time to producing the best and most memorable events a client has experienced.
How early should we book your DJ and MC services? Some of the most popular dates can and do book as early as one year in advance. I suggest signing a contract as early as 8-12 months before your event date for those once in a lifetime events like weddings, quinceañeras and birthdays. Depending on availability some dates remain open until the month before. So if your event is soon, it's certainly worth it to check my availability by contacting me at your earliest convenience.
Where are you from? Depending on what "from" means to you, there are multiple answers to this simple question. 1. Business location: I do business out of Northridge, CA (91324). I can travel to anywhere, as long as you accept my travel guidelines, which are discussed in the next question. 2. Nationality: I'm Mexican born and have been residing in the United States for over 25 years. As for my abilities to DJ for anyone from anywhere, not to worry that I'm very versatile and cosmopolitan when it comes to providing DJ & MC Services for diverse crowds from various backgrounds. I've had the pleasure of DJ-ing for so many different nationalities, that it would make the United Nations proud. From Albanians to Zimbabweans and almost everyone in between have hired my services for their events. Rest assured that my professional services will be that, professional and my nationality will not be a factor in proving the best in DJ and MC services for your event. When you view my DVD presentation, you'll see that I'm truthful and honest about providing services for many different groups of people. 3. Affiliations: I'm not part of any group, organization or establishment. I'm a professional DJ and MC, who is self-employed and wants to earn your trust and business.
Will you travel outside your area to provide your DJ and MC services for my event? Yes, of course, I've traveled outside my area for various events in the past. Therefore, I can travel any distance provided you agree to pay additional costs on top of the standard rates for my DJ and MC services. All events beyond 100 miles from zip code 91324 must be contracted for a minimum of 6 (six) hours of my DJ and MC services. Examples of additional costs are round trip miles from zip code 91324. 1. If the location of the event is beyond 100 miles, but less than 200 miles, you will pay an additional hour to cover gasoline expenses. 2. If the location of the event is beyond 200 miles, you will pay an additional hour to cover gasoline expenses and lodging for one full day and night at a hotel within 5 miles of the event. 3. If the location of the event is beyond 400 miles, you will pay an additional hour for every 400 miles traveled and lodging for one full day and night at a hotel within 5 miles of the event. If the event does not require my equipment, only my music and DJ & MC abilities, than other special arrangements (such as air travel, hotel lodging, etc. will be made and added to the contract of my services. My rates for such events is $100 per hour and I only charge for hours DJ-ed and MC-ed. All events beyond 100 miles from the 91324 zip code will require for half of the contract to be paid for within two weeks of the event.
Do you play requests from guests? That's completely up to you. If it's okay, I'll play whatever your guests want to hear. For most events, I take over 5,000 songs, so as long as it's appropriate and available, any and all requests can be granted. If, however, you'd prefer that your DJ not take requests, that's also okay. You are my employer for that day, so it's up to you.
What songs are being requested most from guests? Every event usually has a few songs that are requested by many guests. Therefore, I added a Top Ten List of songs requested by guests from the different events, which I've DJ-ed and MC-ed.
What type of music do you play? All "clean" and edited versions of songs from: Pop (Top 40), Hip Hop, Cumbias, Merengue, EDM (Electronic Dance Music), Salsa, Reggaeton, Rock en Español, Reggae, Old School, Banda, 70's Disco, Oldies, Disco, Pop Latino, 80's Pop, Punta, 80's New Wave/Flashbacks, Rancheras, Funk, Mariachi, Swing, Trance, Quebraditas, R & B, Zapatiados, 80's Latin Freestyle, Tamborazo, Lounge, Vallenato, 80's Disco/Hi Energy, Norteñas, Jazz, Bachata, Blues, Nortec, Funk, Deep House, Punta, Alternative, Soca, 70's Classsic Rock, Boleros, Country, Sonidero, 50's Rock n' Roll, Mambo, Dancehall,... you read right, pretty much everything! Plus, I will play any of your special requests, if you provide me a request list prior to your event.
Will you donate your DJ & MC services to our non-profit organization? Yes, of course. As long as your event is raising money for a charitable cause, my services can be provided at a discounted rate or free. I've had the honor of donating my services to organizations like Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, New Directions for Youth, Our Lady of the Valley, Los Angeles County Department of Probation, Jeopardy Foundation, Chicano Studies Department at Cal State Northridge, M.E.Ch.A. and many other non-profit organizations. Contact me for more information. The photo below is of a Certificate of Appreciation from the city of Los Angeles for a donation of my DJ and MC services.
Do I need to sign a contract for your DJ and MC services? Yes, but only when you're 100% sure that I am the best DJ & MC suitable for your upcoming event. When we meet, I'll provide a copy of the contract for you to revise and sign. Once the contract is signed, you will be at ease knowing that I will be your DJ and MC for your event. I will not outsource my contract or substitute myself with a less experienced DJ.
What time will you arrive at my event? Typically, most events require only 30 to 45 minutes of set-up time. Therefore, I will arrive about an hour to an hour and half prior to the start of our contract. Remember, you will never need to pay for set-up or tear-down time.
Do you take breaks? If for any reason I need to step away from the DJ console, my assistant will help fill my post for the short time which I am away.
Can I pay more than the one (1) hour deposit? Certainly. Also, you can make payments or installments prior to your event date. Or pay the remainder of the contract before I commence my DJ & MC services at your event.
What volume level should I expect at my event? I'm are very conscious of the fact that no one wants to listen to music at an uncomfortably high volume, and that people have different sensitivity levels. That's why I'll constantly monitor the sound intensity throughout the course of your reception. The sound system used is able to create an environment that's conducive to both dancing and socializing. Also, if there are any noise complaints (at the venue or from neighbors), I will modify the master volume accordingly.
Do you karaoke? No. If you want karaoke, I can help you obtain a wonderful provider, but I do not provide karaoke myself.
Do you offer discounts for Sunday through Friday events? No, but I can assure you that my DJ and MC services will be some of the best you've ever seen and heard. If you are not happy with my services, I will refund your money!
Are you an interactive DJ?
Most events call for a DJ with eloquent speaking skills and the wisdom to use words sparingly. Even at my most outgoing level, I remain professional.
What attire will you be wearing at my event? That depends on your event. If you were having an end of summer pool party, then a Hawaiian-style shirt and shorts would be my attire. For upscale events, there are ties and slacks waiting in my closet for me to wear. From casual to formal, just let me know the dress code and I'll be appropriately dressed. You can also visit my photo gallery to view the attire which I wear for different events. How many assistants will you be taking to my event? Depending on the size of your event, one or two assistants will suffice. I will never take more than two guests, without notifying you first. Also, the cost of my assistant(s) is included in the cost of my services.
Do I need to feed you and your assistant(s) at the event? As for providing food or meals for me or my assistant(s), the choice is yours. We are your employees for the event and not a guest, therefore it is up to you if food will be provided for us or not. If you would like to provide a meal or food, please let me know during our contract signing. What type of equipment do you have and use at events? Laptop Computer: Fujitsu Lifebook A series AMD Turion 64 Mobile 636 MHz 1.50 GB of RAM WIN XP 120 GB HD Computer Software and Hardware : Rane Serato Scratch Live Dual CD Players (Digital Turntables): American Audio Velocity Professional Dual CD/MP3 Player, American Audio DCD-Pro 1000 Dual Scratching CD Player and Denon DN-D9000 Dual Pro CD Player
Mixers: Stanton RM.404 19" 4-Channel Rackmount DJ Mixer, American Audio Q-SPAND MKII DJ Mixer and Denon DN-X500 Professional 19" Mixer with Rotary Option
Amplifiers: QSC RMX 2400 Power Amplifier, Crown CE4000 Power Amp and Peavey CS 800X4 Power Amplifier Standard Lights (For small events): American DJ Epsilon Effect Light, American DJ Mini-Gressor II Sound-Active Derby Light, American DJ Vertigo, American DJ Trilogy Effect Light, American DJ Avenger II Light, Chauvet Mushroom Criss Crossing Sound Activated Effect Light and American DJ S-100A 45W Sync/Speed Strobe   
Intelligent Lights (Weddings, Quinceañeras and other Large Venue Events): American DJ DJ Scan 250 HP DMX Lighting, American DJ Performance Scan Professional DMX-512 Scanner, Chauvet DMX-605A Intimidator 2.0 DMX Intelligent Scanner, Chauvet DMX-602 Intimidator 1.2 DMX Lighting Effect and Chauvet CH208MF Rotating Moon System with Controller and American DJ S-100A 45W Sync/Speed Strobe
Lighting Accessories: American DJ Fog Storm 1200HD Fog Machine with Remote, Chauvet DMX-40A DMX Controller, American DJ SC-8 Lighting Control System, Odyssey LTMTS1-PRO Lighting Truss System and American DJ LTS-1 Light Stand Speakers: JBL Eon 15" G2 Powered Cabinet and Samson DB500A 15" Powered PA Speaker Cabinet
Microphones: Shure SM58 Mic, Shure PGX24/SM58 Handheld Wireless System and Sennheiser E835 Performance Vocal Mic Miscellaneous: Sony MDR-V700 DJ Headphones, Pioneer HDJ-1000 Pro DJ Headphones and hundreds of feet of professional grade speaker cable and extension cords. What equipment will you bring to my event? I only take the necessary equipment to perform the best DJ & MC services that you'll possibly ever hear and see for your next event. The photos below show the DJ equipment used for all events. As you can see, I use equipment that is compact and able to fit at any venue.
Please email me at djivanlopez@gmail.com with any questions about your upcoming event or celebration. I would be happy to assist in making your next event a wonderful success! For Promotional Use only
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