After 11 years as a mobile DJ Entertainer, and almost 23 as a Disc Jockey, I have heard many of the same questions time after time, Below is a small guide to answer some of these questions..
 

1. How many wedding receptions have you performed at ?
a. As of February 2010, I have performed at over 400 wedding receptions.

2. May I see you perform at a wedding reception or bar/bat mitzvah?
a. No. My policy is to NOT allow viewing of my services at wedding receptions or other private functions. It would be unfair and unethical of me to allow a stranger to "pop-in" and watch even a few minutes of their big day. It would give the impression that I care more about the "next sale" rather than the party in front of me. I would much rather lose a booking than allow my service to be compromised at ANY private function.

3. How much do you charge?
a. Hard to answer without knowing about your event first.
 

I'm not being evasive, just truthful. Anyone that simply packages their service to your could be selling you short. I will tell you that my wedding reception rates start at $999 for 4 hours in Greater Bradenton during Saturday afternoon. .

I provide many more services above and beyond the typical DJ service. I have attempted to explain the service that I provide for you and hopefully this will give you a better understanding of why I charge what I do.

4. Why are you so expensive?
a. For the level of service I provide, I am considered very well priced.
Consider that Jim Casey Entertainment is actually a division of my  business called Jim Casey Entertainment, LLC. All of the divisions are wedding related so that I may keep up to date with trends and help my future clientele even more.

I am fully insured, have belonged to both major Disc Jockey Associations, and when I was in Maine, started the only Association for Maine DJs called the Maine Disc Jockey Network, own the Maine Wedding Planner,  constantly receive training from the Top professionals in the country to maintain an edge to my service, etc.

In other words, I am a Full-Time Professional. This is how I make my living. 90% of DJs in this country are Part-Time Hobbyists.

5. Are you limited to only 4 or 5 Hours because you have another event?
a. NO! The venue dictates the time allotted for a wedding reception. I will generally play only ONE EVENT PER DAY (although rare exceptions are made). This assures you that the quality of Disc Jockey Services you will receive from me will be at the highest level.

6. Are you a "High Strung DJ"? or Do you make yourself the "Center of Attention"?
a. Another way to word this question is "are you an obnoxious DJ that does nothing but play games, use props, or make a spectacle of myself"? The answer is NO!

I will customize your event to your needs, I will motivate only when the time is appropriate, while not intentionally making a spectacle of myself. I am NOT the center of attention, YOU are. If you do want games and props, I certainly do offer them.

7. How early do you arrive prior to an event?
a. My arrival time is guaranteed to be 30-60 minutes prior to the contracted start music time You are never charged for this except if there is any extra time required outside of 60 minutes (i.e. the venue requires someone to be setup 4 hours early) will be charged a nominal early set-up fee of $150 per hour (rounded to next hour).

8. What do you wear to a wedding reception?
a. I will always dress in appropriate attire according to the event and your wishes. For weddings and school proms, I will always be dressed in a tuxedo unless otherwise requested.

9. I've heard horror stories of drunk DJs, DJs that smoke like a chimney. Do you do either of those??
a. ABSOLUTELY NOT! It is truly the act of an unprofessional DJ to smoke and/or drink while on the job. In fact, even off the job I do NOT smoke or DRINK!

I'm sure you have more questions than this. Call me toll-free at (888) MY-FLA-DJ for more information.
 

A recent referral as seen on The Knot
Entertainment: DJ Jim Casey.. A++
Every bit as professional as you could wish for. He kept the dance floor packed all night and never let us go off schedule (but was totally flexible and un-intrusive at the same time!) He let the boys borrow the mic for a heartfelt rendition of "Sweet Caroline"! This is an interesting observation but I have never heard so many compliments at a wedding about the volume of the music. It was never uncomfortable- he exceeded our expectations! He was always  easy to get hold of and was very friendly- we really enjoyed working with him!

(Photograph taken by Carol Savage Photography 10/18/08)

It's your fairy-tale Florida wedding day and you need to find the Bradenton DJ Entertainer that is resourceful, knowledgeable, and capable of delivering your dream of a perfect Florida wedding day.      Countless brides at Tampa, St. Pete and Bradenton wedding receptions comment on Jim's professionalism and tasteful interaction.	It is my priority to make sure this milestone event in Tampa, St. Pete and Bradenton reflects the way you want it to be viewed by your family and friends.  Your child and the event is unique and is treated as such.
I will work closely with you and your Tampa, St. Pete and Bradenton company to make your next event as unique and memorable as it should be. Superior music programming, emcee skills and detailed planning will assure success for: * Christmas Party     * Grand Opening    * Corporate Picnic  * Sales Meeting	Bring a FUN, interactive Mobile Game Show complete with illuminated podiums, prize giveaways and your host Jim Casey.  Have your games customized to a specific theme within your company,  we can provide one of our many theme game shows for you.