Sometimes you need a professional to help guide you! Don't worry, we've found the best. You probably have so many questions about wedding MC duties, music picks, and whether or not you should ask a friend to MC for you. We chatted to John Koukoulas, professional DJ and MC to get all your questions answered!
The Pro Himself...
Pro Vs Friend...
First thing's first....who do you pick as your wedding MC? There is often a lot of debate when it comes to this. After all, you want to make sure that the dancefloor is going crazy and the whole evening runs smoothly! So, should you hire a professional or ask a friend to play the role of MC? As John points out, "There are pros and cons to both. Before making a decision it is important to understand that there is more than just making announcements in an MC’s role at a wedding or corporate event."
The Build-Up...
A professional wedding MC will be working with you months in advance to ensure they are part of the wedding process. After all, this is what they do! There will be meetings, brainstorms, and run sheets organised to ensure that everything runs super smoothly on the big day! If you are considering having a friend MC on your big day, you need to ask yourself, will they be doing that too? Have they had experience? All important things to consider!
The Personal Touch...
Having a friend or relative MC your wedding does offer one very big perk...they know you. This means they can add a personal touch to every part of the day, giving the whole experience an extra sprinkle of sentiment. They are an important element to consider when you think about the kind of day you want. Would you prefer a more professional style MC, or are you wanting it to feel more low-key and relaxed?
On The Night Duties...
As John points out, an MC wears many different hats on the big day. They will help usher guests around and help answer those little questions that any of your loved ones might have on the night. They will be assisting with whatever needs to be done and will do whatever is possible to keep things running smoothly. While a friend will also want to help, it's important to remember they that are also there to celebrate you and catch up with friends or family. A hired MC will also take care of every little thing you may not even think of! They make sure the right song plays at the right time, and ensure that everyone is inside when it's time to cut the cake. This is what they do, so you know they'll do it well!
The Big Decision...
"As you can see there is a significant difference between hiring a friend or relative as your MC or hiring a professional wedding MC" John shared. "A professional wedding MC is articulate, presentable, engaging and will go to every length to ensure an unforgettable wedding experience for all. By investing in a professional who performs these services week in week out, it ensures they are more experienced in getting it right on the night."
Making Life Easier...
The advice doesn't stop there! John is also a professional DJ and is the king of making sure the dancefloor is going off at every event! We were lucky enough to get a top tip from John to make creating your wedding playlist so much easier! Introducing VIBO, an app that is designed to help you plan out your music for the big day. To find a time with your partner to sit and work on a Spotify playlist for your DJ can be stressful and time-consuming. VIBO helps you take the stress out of that by offering you an event planning and song selection app that is always with you. This means you can update it when you want on the go!
Straight From The DJ...
If picking your own music feels way too overwhelming, then we also have the answer for you! Pro DJ's Australia has put together every wedding playlist you could ever need! Check them out here...
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