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Choosing the wrong vendor can lead to any number of mishaps prior to, during, and even after your wedding. That’s why one of the most important steps towards a successful wedding is ensuring you have excellent communication among your various vendors. This is critical to avoid mistakes during your Oregon wedding or other event. In too many instances, with everything else they have to worry about, vendor communication becomes an afterthought for many couples. It’s left to the individual vendors to work out. This can lead to undue tension and added hassles that interfere with your wedding. Choosing the right vendors eases this worry, because they will have the experience necessary to ask the right questions and work together with other vendors in the lead up to your ceremony and reception. Because DJ Cutt Entertainment is a Portland-based photo booth, DJ, and videography company, we have experience dealing with weddings from many different angles. We understand how communication plays a vital role in planning any event, especially weddings, for which you only get one chance to get everything right. The following is a list of the most important things to consider when picking a wedding vendor.
Photo booths have become a must-have entertainment at weddings and gatherings of all kinds. And for good reason. Not only do photo booths offer guests a fun and inventive way to create fun moments at your wedding reception, but they also leave lasting and unforgettable photographs for both you and your guests. At DJ Cutt Entertainment, we get a lot of questions about what kinds of props and costumes make for the best photo booth photos, and so we’ve compiled a list to help you assemble a great photo booth at your reception. All of these items are easy to find, either lying around your house or for cheap on Amazon. You won’t need to break your budget to put together a fun photo booth for your wedding.
DJ Cutt Entertainment recently had the honor of organizing a party for Farmers Insurance at Urban Studio in Portland’s historic Pearl District. This was a great evening and it was our pleasure to assist Farmers in making sure their corporate event came off without a hitch. In order to help other corporate event planners better organize their own events, let’s take a look at what Farmers Insurance did right and see what best practices can be learned from their example.
Even in normal times, planning a wedding can be extremely frustrating. But ever since the pandemic started, many couples have been faced with tough choices about when and how to hold a wedding when travel is limited and many people still fear getting the virus. Luckily, with states opening up, and some hint of normalcy returning, wedding season is upon us once again. Let’s take a look at some best practices and recommendations for how to plan a wedding in the Covid-19 era.
Our T-12 Open Air Photo Booth is one of our most popular add-ons for Oregon weddings. Here at DJ Cutt Entertainment, we use this photo booth to engage guests and create a fun and memorable experience. Let’s take a look at how the photo booth works and what you need to know before deciding to have one at your wedding or other event. While it’s relatively easy to set up our photo booth and backdrop, there are a lot of different moving parts. We’ve also customized a lot of features to make it work even better for wedding receptions.
A successful wedding is all about being prepared. From the planning to the actual day, questions are essential for the couple, as well as the wedding DJ. Getting the most out of your special day means coming armed with answers to the questions a professional wedding DJ company will require in order to provide the best experience for you and your guests. Knowing these answers will help your DJ create a plan of attack and better understand what you are looking for in terms of music, sound system setup, and anything else they may need to know in order to accommodate you. Here are 12 questions a DJ should ask the bride and groom before their wedding day:
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a DJ and a day-of coordinator? What does the day-of coordinator do that overlaps with what a DJ can do? I get asked by a lot of couples if they need a day-of coordinator if they already have a DJ. My short answer is this depends on your budget and what you feel is important. There are many weddings that we take part in where we do most of the planning once the day starts. But it is always more successful when there is a good day of coordinator to help with some of the important tasks.
Are you looking for tips and tricks for getting the most out of your wedding DJ? There are many things to consider when picking a DJ for your wedding. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event so picking out the right entertainment is a crucial task for the success of your big day. Here are some tips that we’ve put together that will help you pick out the right DJ for your wedding. We are a local DJ company in Portland, Oregon and we’ve been rated on WeddingWire as the best DJ in Portland. As leaders in the industry, here are some things that we focus on to put our clients at ease.
How can you be sure you’re hiring the best wedding DJ? Finding a wedding DJ in Portland can be a daunting task. There is already so much stress that goes into planning a wedding while trying to keep everything under budget. we’re going to give you a list of reasons and processes that will help alleviate the stress and make you and help you make the right decision when it comes to hiring a DJ or entertainment company to help run your event successfully. You are probably wondering if it’s really worth it to hire a wedding DJ to help run your event. It can be really hard for a couple to decide where the best place to find and DJ is and where to even start looking. There are so many different Google searches you can do to find the right entertainment company for your special day.
Are you wondering what it takes to plan a successful school function or dance? I’m going to explain all the different factors you must consider to ensure that your school dance or function comes off without a hitch, whether it’s a winter formal, semi-formal, prom, or senior all-night party.
Are you wondering if it’s better to have a wedding indoors versus having your wedding outdoors? Here in Portland, Oregon, weddings can be done in many different locations. I’m going to list the pros and cons when planning an indoor or outdoor wedding and what you should consider when deciding between the two.
Are you wondering what you should talk to your DJ about before your wedding day? While we all want to let the professionals do their jobs without having someone looking over their shoulder, there are certain things that you need to communicate to your DJ about beforehand. Here are ten things that you really need to consider telling your DJ to make sure that your wedding is a successful event. DJ Cutt Entertainment is based in Portland, Oregon, and we have over twenty years of experience communicating with couples and brides. You can bet that this list is based on plenty of hands on experience dealing with weddings of all sizes and scope. I feel these are the most important issues to discuss with your entertainment company prior to your event. Here is our list of 10 things you should tell your wedding DJ.
Should I really hire a wedding DJ? It may seem like a big cost to pay for somebody that just plays music. Let’s look at 10 reasons why hiring a wedding DJ is essential for keeping all your guests entertained and engaged at your wedding.A good DJ will alleviate much of the stress involved with making sure your day runs smoothly. This is where you’ll see the value of hiring a professional. When picking out a DJ the first items you have to consider are your price range and looking at companies that have availability for your day. From there you want to do some research.You’ll want to look for testimonials and reviews of potential DJ companies. But don’t get discouraged if you read a bad review. Every company has one or two. A good rule of thumb is to look at how the company responds to those reviews and that will help you decide if you’re hiring a professional and somebody you want to work with.You also want to make sure that you get along with that DJ’s personality. Nobody likes a big headed DJ who will just add extra stress to your wedding. It’s the DJ’s job to alleviate stress, make sure everything runs smoothly, and put you at ease
In the DJ business, we know how important playing just the right song at just the right time can be. Queuing up a song only for it to ruin the mood can be a nightmare, and that’s why understanding the type of event you’re at and the desired atmosphere is essential for any DJ. At DJ Cutt Entertainment, it’s our business to always know the right song to play. Here’s our Corporate Playlist, with our favorite songs for company parties and events.
Have you ever wondered whether you really need a professional DJ for your wedding? Here are 5 reasons why your wedding needs an experienced DJ. Are wedding DJs really worth that amount of money what all do they do that iPod can’t wouldn’t it be better just to hire my family friend. what’s the difference between a high price professional and an amateur we’re going to answer all these questions down below. See how we plan our weddings
Your dad has been through a lot to get you here. From tea parties, to prom, to driving you to that first day of college, he’s seen it all. Your wedding should have a place for him, just like his life has always had a place for you. To ensure that your father-daughter dance goes smoothly on your wedding night, here are a few important steps to keep in mind.
You don’t need me to tell you that weddings are expensive. Plus they are complicated. Of course, learning about every little detail that needs to be considered, and hearing how your guests will riot if you get something wrong, probably has you close to a panic over which font looks better in your pre-invitation invitation. As you can imagine, I’ve been to a lot of weddings, and I can tell you that not every decision you make is life or death when it comes to your ceremony and reception. Your guests are there to celebrate you, and the time spent with friends and family is more important than what color your napkins are. So here’s a list of the top things your guests probably don’t care about, along with a few things that really do matter. All Photos by Abby Rae Photography
Lighting is one of the most important elements of your wedding prep. From the ceremony to the reception, having the right lighting for your venue is essential. Unfortunately, it often gets overlooked. Today I’ll share with you an example of what a professional lighting set up looks like. The good news is that even without a huge budget, you can still use simple lighting equipment and techniques to make sure your venue is looking Instagram-ready. This example is taken from a recent wedding at the Water Oasis, a beautiful venue in Newberg, Oregon. It’s important to note that this lighting solution was created specifically for this wedding, and took into consideration the fact it was partially indoors and partially outdoors. Every venue has its own special requirements and you need to work with a vendor who has the flexibility to create solutions tailored specifically for your needs.