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DJ/MC
Are you looking to earn extra money on weekends? Are you outgoing, personable, and love music? Are you looking for work that can fit around your current studies, job, business or commitments? Do you have a valid driver’s license and your own car? If so, please read on…
Who We Are
Epic Entertainment is an upbeat, fun, and growing entertainment company that provides DJ’s, Photo Booth Hosts, Décor Lighting, and more, for occasions such as, weddings, corporate events, private parties, school dances, and other special occasions.
Role and Responsibilities
You will be expected to deliver, set up, and manage the DJ equipment during any events you are booked for, in any of the following counties you choose to opt in for: San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Monterey, and/or Santa Cruz County.
You will be responsible for playing music for the duration of the event, as well as making announcements as needed.
No two events will ever be the same and you will meet lots of new people from all walks of life and get a chance to enjoy event food!
The work is event-based, and the dates, times and locations will always be specified by the client, so punctuality and attendance are crucial.
You will be working primarily on your own but interacting with a lot of guests and are an important part of the event team!
Your role will include, but not limited to:
Training
DJ’s are required to complete training before working any events on their own.
This training includes in-office training, as well as shadowing our experienced DJ’s at actual events.
General Tasks
Responding to inquiries and requests from clients, staff, and management in a timely fashion.
Checking event scheduling software weekly to confirm newly assigned events, as well as making sure consults have been scheduled with clients.
Pre-event planning such as, client consults, reviewing clients online planning tools, building playlists, etc.
Attending staff meetings and training functions.
Day of Event Tasks
1\.
Pick up DJ equipment from the Epic Entertainment office.
2\.
Drive to the assigned venue and arrive 1 ½ - 2 hours before the event is scheduled to begin.
3\.
Set up DJ equipment (arrive with professional & groomed appearance).
4\.
Play music and make announcements as needed, based on clients planning tools and order of events, for the duration of the hire (normally 5-9 hours).
5\.
Disassemble the DJ equipment at the end of the event, clean DJ area, and pack equipment into your car.
6\.
Drive back to the Epic Entertainment office and return all DJ equipment.
Most of our events take place on the weekends in the afternoons and into the evenings.
Most events require availability between noon – midnight, so flexibility regarding hours is important.
Saturday availability is mandatory.
Requirements
Must be 18 years or older.
Must have a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and your own dependable vehicle.
Must speak fluent English, and any other languages are always a plus!
Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
Must live within a reasonable distance of the counties you’ll be servicing.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, lift, and stand for long periods of time.
Must be customer service oriented and provide a positive, upbeat, and fun experience in your interactions with the guests, vendors, and staff.
Must be a team player!!
Must be punctual and dependable – good timekeeping is essential for this role.
Background check required.
This is a part-time position; no previous experience or qualifications are necessary as training (paid) is provided.
Customer service experience is preferred, but not required.
Experience in the event industry is desirable, but not required.
Pay
Flat rate $300-$500 per event, plus round-trip mileage reimbursement (IRS Standard Rate) from the Epic Entertainment office to the event venue.
**All training is paid on an hourly basis of $17/hour.
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Perfect attendance and timeliness are a must – clients don’t like lateness!
If you would like to be considered for this position, please apply on our website at EpicEntertainment.
group/careers and fill out an application.
• Location : 675 W. Grand Ave near 7th St, Grover Beach,CA