The price calculation of a professional DJ can be made up of various components and workloads. If you've ever wondered how the price of a DJ is calculated, here's a detailed overview of how the price for an event, such as a 6-hour event, is calculated.
An initial meeting with the customer to clarify the wishes, requirements and details of the event.
Time required: 1.0 hour.
Selection and compilation of the music program based on the customer's wishes.
Time required: 1.5 hours.
Preparation of the required technology and equipment.
Time required: 0.5 to 1 hour.
Drive to the event location.
Time required: 1.0 hour.
Setting up the technology, cable connections and lighting installations.
Time required: 2.0 hours.
Musical accompaniment during the event.
Time required: 6.0 hours.
After the event, the equipment is dismantled and packed away.
Time required: 1.5 hours.
Return to the camp.
Time required: 1.0 hour.
Care and maintenance of DJ equipment:
Regular maintenance, cleaning and repairs to the technology.
Costs: A constant effort to ensure that everything works perfectly at all times.
Insurance of the sound and lighting system:
Protection against damage to the technology or during assembly and dismantling.
Costs: Often an annual fee.
Public liability insurance and GEMA fees:
Protection from potential legal problems and the licensing of music for public events.
Costs: Monthly or annual payments.
Training and seminars:
Participation in training courses to keep up to date with new technologies and trends in event technology and music.
Costs: These training courses are necessary in order to always be able to offer the best and latest technologies.
Acquisition of new sound carriers:
Expansion of the music archive with new tracks and albums.
Costs: Annual purchase of new music and equipment.
Vehicle for transportation:
A vehicle for transporting the technology and its maintenance costs.
Costs: Vehicle maintenance, fuel costs and insurance.
Advertising expenses:
Costs for advertising, such as entries on platforms, flyers, business cards and the maintenance of a professional website.
Costs: Advertising costs are a necessary part of the business.
The price calculation for a DJ with a trade license is not only dependent on the pure music playing time.
The price includes the entire preparation and follow-up work for the event, as well as operating costs such as technical maintenance, insurance and training.
The factors mentioned above are crucial in order to be able to offer a high-quality and professional service.
For an event with 6 hours of DJ work, this quickly adds up to 15 to 16 hours of work, which must be well calculated and financed in order to guarantee a smooth event.