Smooth Sailing Entertainment
About
I am very committed to providing quality service to all of my clients. I work hard with my clients. We offer DJ, Karaoke and Photo Booth services. Please browse my photo catalog to see some of the work we have done. I've done events at various venues and homes around the DC metro area. I take pride in the services we offer and you will think so too. My DJ service can provide music for any event that requires a DJ. Weddings, Birthdays, Corporate Events and many others. I know the importance of having everything on point for your event. I treat each event like it's my own and I truly care about my clients. You will be informed every step of the way about your event. For my Karaoke service I offer 2 options, I can rent you my equipment. This includes 1 24"monitor, 1 laptop, 1 dual 15" speaker and 2 wireless microphones. My Karaoke library has over 30,000 songs and is updated daily. I have song books that you and your guest can browse to find your song. I will drop-off to your event location and set everything up. I will give you instructions on how to use the equipment, which is very easy and I will come pick everything up at the end of your event. The second option includes everything above and I will DJ your karaoke event and assist you and your guest during the event. I will play filler music in-between the karaoke songs to keep you and your guest entertained. For my photo booth, I only use top-of-the-line equipment. I use the Apple iPad Pro 11, I use a DNP RX1 printer which prints a 4” x 6” photo in 12 seconds. I bring a Canon T6 DSLR as my backup camera. All of our Photo Booth packages include the following: Unlimited Single print 4”×6” Prints or 2”×6“ Double Strips Color or Black and White 3 Picture Format Portrait or Landscape Personalized Photo Design Digital Copy of All Prints Taken 1 Year Online Web Gallery with Password Option Free Downloads Professional On-Site Attendant Props for Guests 8’x10’ Backdrop
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I prefer to meet face to face with all of my customers. I like to make eye contact to make sure that we are on the same page about how an event is expected to go. it's good to break the ice with a face to face. It makes the event more personal and not feel like work. I take notes during the meet up process and give my pointers as well.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have hands on training and I've studied under my DJ mentors over the years.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
Karaoke Machine Rental $75+/Hour. Add-on a DJ for $25/Hour more.
Includes: Setup & breakdown , standard speakers, microphone, monitor & stand, and songbook
Photo Booth $150+/Hour 2 Hour minimum depending on location.
Includes: Setup & breakdown, standard props, standard prints, and online gallery
Weddings $1000+ 4 Hour minimum.
Consultation, music, speakers, microphones, and setup & breakdown.
Corporate Events $150+/ 2 Hour minimum
Consultation, music, speakers, microphones, and setup & breakdown.
All Other Events $150+/ 2 Hour minimum
How did you get started in this business?
I started out helping a friend who is a DJ. He would ask me to cover for him while he took a break or stepped away. I've always had a love for music and making people have a good time.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I've done weddings, receptions, birthdays, church events, corporate parties and cookouts and nightclubs.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
The providers should be able to give references of their work. Ask questions about what equipment they have. What's their skill level.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
Customers should think through their budget, venue location, amount of attendees. Also customers should have an idea of how they picture the event playing out.