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.
The first step in hiring DJ Cutt Entertainment for your special event is to book a meeting via our website. From there, we will set up a phone call or video chat to discuss your vision for your day. We will go over the details for the ceremony and the reception and how you see all the events flowing together. After our call, we will put together a proposal that outlines everything we discussed, which can include a DJ package, a photo booth package, and more. When the proposal is sent to your email, it will include a link to sign the contract and view all planning forms, including your invoice. About 30 days out from your wedding, we will go over the final details and what you can expect on the day of your wedding.
Whether it is phone calls, emails, in-person meetings, or video chats, communication is critical at every stage of the planning process. There are so many important details that need to be properly communicated to make sure your experience with your DJ is what you expect. That is why having proper communication and planning forms is key to a successful event. When we plan weddings in Oregon, we always explain that flexibility is essential, especially with outdoor events where the weather can change quickly. Reviewing the wedding timeline together during your consultation is one of the best ways to make sure everyone is on the same page.
As one of the top wedding DJ companies in Oregon, our clients can rely on us to be very flexible. But there are times where we need to take a more professional planning role to make sure your event runs successfully. With over 10 years of experience planning and executing weddings, there are certain decisions we need to make as professionals to ensure you have the best experience possible. Our end goal is always to make sure your wedding is a success.
At DJ Cutt Entertainment, we have a number of DJs on our staff. We always keep one extra DJ available in case anything happens, so your event is never without entertainment. We have never had to cancel a wedding or have a no-show because of this business model. Not only do we have multiple DJs on our team, but we also have photo booth operators and a videography company to round out your event.
Our company is insured within the state of Oregon. Some venues require proof of insurance before they will allow vendors on site. When you receive your online planning forms, a copy of our insurance will be included so you can view it and send it to your venue at your convenience. Along with being insured throughout Oregon, we also have a strict no-drinking policy for anyone who works with our company. This ensures you have a professional DJ experience from start to finish.
We are a full-time wedding company that works out of Portland, Bend, Vancouver, Washington, and the Oregon Coast. We have been in the professional entertainment business for over 15 years. Not only do we DJ weddings, but we also handle corporate events and school dances. This keeps us up to date on current music and helps us bring the latest trends to your event.
Outside of DJing, we also offer photo booth services. Our clients really enjoy these packages because they can get multiple services from one vendor. The DJ has the most communication between vendors at a wedding, so when you book multiple services through DJ Cutt Entertainment, it alleviates stress and ensures that everything works together seamlessly on the day of your event.
The main industry that we provide services for is weddings. Our main focus has been wedding venues and celebrations for the past 15 years, and we do over a hundred weddings a year between all of our DJs. This keeps us up to date with everything trending in the wedding space. We are always upgrading our equipment to stay current with the latest professional gear. Browse our photo gallery to see highlights from some of our recent events.
In our wedding consultation meetings, we go over the music details and, most importantly, what style of MC and DJ you are looking for. Our approach to weddings is to be a fly on the wall and only interject ourselves as needed to make sure everything flows smoothly. Your wedding day is all about you and your partner, and we want you to be the star of the show. When our clients hire us, they read our five-star reviews and expect that kind of service, and that is what we always strive to deliver.
Depending on the weather that day we will usually show up in what are called corporate blacks. These are clothes that we wear to set everything up. Thirty minutes before all your guests arrive, we will change into a suit or tux. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small backyard wedding or a large corporate gathering, our dress code does not change depending on the size of the event.
One of the things we live by is being able to create a great dance party. We are known for great icebreakers to get people dancing right away. A successful wedding needs a successful dance party, and a strong MC with great music selection is essential to making that happen. Be sure to check out our photo gallery to see highlights from past weddings and get a feel for the energy we bring to every event. You can also add cold sparks or dancing on clouds to make those key moments even more unforgettable.
Once you have signed on, we will send you planning forms that include a music request list. It allows you to pick out music for your ceremony, reception, and dance party. You can even link a Spotify playlist or type in up to 25 songs that we will play if possible. When guests come up with song requests during the event, we always try our best to have it in our library. If a song is questionable, we will check in with the bride and groom for their approval. Our policy is to play edited, high-energy music that is great to sing along to.
We do video calls with many of our clients before meeting them in person, as some couples come to us from as far away as Los Angeles, New York, or Texas. It is very important to do a venue walk or site walkthrough before your wedding day, especially if we have not worked at your venue before. We like to do this 30 to 60 days before your wedding so we can get a good idea of the layout, power access, and logistics to make sure your day runs as smoothly as you have dreamed. Check out the service areas we cover to see if we have worked at a venue near you.
DJ Cutt Entertainment also has a sister company called Portland Event Films. At most of our weddings, we bring along our video team to get a behind-the-scenes look at how we perform. This gives our clients a good understanding of what to expect on their wedding day.
I suggest to all my potential clients that before hiring us they go take a look at our YouTube channel and website so they can get a good representation of what kind of services they can expect.
DJ Cutt Entertainment is one of the top DJ companies in Portland, Oregon. We have a high standard that we set for ourselves to make sure that we maintain a professional brand. We suggest our clients go read our Google reviews, and our reviews on WeddingWire and The Knot. This will give you a better understanding of what kind of service and professionalism that we bring to the table and we hope that you will choose us to DJ your wedding or special event.
Choosing the right DJ is one of the most important decisions you will make for your wedding. The right person does not just play music, they coordinate with your vendors, read the room, keep the energy high, and handle anything unexpected with professionalism and calm. Take the time to ask the right questions, meet the DJ in person or via video, and review their past work before signing a contract. DJ Cutt Entertainment is proud to be one of the most trusted Portland wedding DJ companies in Oregon, and we back that up with hundreds of five-star reviews.
DJ Cutt Entertainment is one of the top DJ companies in Oregon, with over 15 years of professional entertainment experience. We serve couples across Portland, Salem, Hood River, the Oregon Coast, and Vancouver, Washington. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and start planning the wedding experience your guests will never forget.
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DJ Cutt Entertainment has been voted Best Wedding DJ by WeddingWire and The Knot. With over 20 years of experience creating incredible wedding moments, we serve Portland, Hood River, Oregon Coast, and throughout the Pacific Northwest.
I’m Alex Ramey, owner of DJ Cut Entertainment, and for the past 15 years I’ve had the privilege of working in the wedding industry, helping couples create celebrations that feel personal, seamless, and unforgettable. Over the years, I’ve seen firsthand how the right entertainment, thoughtful planning, and experienced guidance can shape the entire wedding day experience. As a writer, my goal is to help clients and future brides make better buying decisions before their wedding day, so they can invest wisely and avoid common mistakes. Through these blogs, I share what I’ve learned from years of real wedding experience to give couples honest insight, practical advice, and the confidence to create a wedding that feels authentic, fun, and meaningful.
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