The Mobile DJ Handbook: How to Start & Run a Profitable Mobile Disc Jockey Service [Paperback]

Stacy Zemon (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 24, 1997

The Mobile DJ Handbook is full of expert advice, practical tips and creative strategies for achieving success as the owner-operator of a mobile disc jockey service. Written for both the newcomer and the experienced DJ, the book includes details on how to market and sell your services and a wealth of specific ideas that will help you develop and expand your business.

This book contains information on becoming a professional, securing bookings, buying equipment and music, and running party dances, contests, and games. Included within the text are sample contracts, an advertisement and brochure, as well as resource information. Comprehensive and current, The Mobile DJ Handbook is an essential reference guide which offers readers all the knowledge and inspiration needed to run a profitable enterprise.

Expert advice, practical tips, and creative strategies.
Everything you need to know to be successful and profitable.
Useful to both the novice and the experienced professional.

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From the Publisher

This book contains information on becoming a professional, securing bookings, buying equipment and music, and running party dances, contests, and games. Included within the text are sample contracts, an advertisement and brochure, as well as resource information. Comprehensive and current, The Mobile DJ Handbook is an essential reference guide which offers readers all the knowledge and inspiration needed to run a profitable enterprise.

About the Author

Stacy Zemon has 25 years of experience as a Mobile, Club, Karaoke and Radio Disc Jockey. She pioneered a unique 'spin' on the business by partnering with a radio broadcasting corporation to operate as the mobile DJ division of seven radio stations. Zemon was the Founder/President of this multi-system entertainment company, which provided DJ and radio personalities, light shows, dancers and other services to its clients in CT, MA and NY. In addition, Zemon writes feature articles for DJ Times magazine, and facilitated leadership and marketing panels at The International DJ Expo, where she has also been a judge for Disc Jockey of the Year competitions. Currently, Zemon entertains at VIP functions, produces large-scale events, and consults to mobile music services, nationwide. As an entertainer, innovator and entrepreneur, Zemon's creative wizardry has produced an impressive record of success.

Product Details

• Paperback: 170 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press (June 24, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240802667
• ISBN-13: 978-0240802664
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,527,751 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars OK, but needs more information!, April 28, 2000

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Lorraine Cantor (West Palm) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mobile DJ Handbook: How to Start & Run a Profitable Mobile Disc Jockey Service (Paperback)

I've read all the DJ books out there, and this one seems to miss many important technical points. It doesn't cover much on beat matching and scratching, and the song lists are dated. It is easy to read and does have some good information on real business setups, but you can get that almost anywhere!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS THE BEST BOOK OUT THERE!, January 30, 2000

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Keith Robinson (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mobile DJ Handbook: How to Start & Run a Profitable Mobile Disc Jockey Service (Paperback)

Stacy did an excellent job writing The Mobile DJ Handbook. It is by far the most comprehensive and easy-to-read book about DJing on the market. I was inspired and learned a truckload of great ideas that are sure money-makers. This book will help both beginners and pros to be successful. I believe it should be required reading for every mobile disc jockey who aspires to be a professional and/or run a profitable business. In it you will find valuable information on developing, expanding and marketing your company; buying music and equipment; setting your price; running events and a whole lot more. I highly recommend you buy it!

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars An excellent guide for the aspiring DJ, September 1, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Mobile DJ Handbook: How to Start & Run a Profitable Mobile Disc Jockey Service (Paperback)

The Mobile DJ Handbook was written as an excellent guide for the aspiring DJ to begin his or her new business, however it is also a great refresher for the experienced mobile DJ as well. The book contains great ideas on how to expand and develop your business through learning to market and sell your company.

The Handbook covers all of the bases when it comes to your business. You can find sample brochures, letters, contracts, and information sheets. For the beginner, there is information on buying equipment, running your shows, setting your price, and essentially, how to be a professional. The mobile dj field is a fun and exciting business to be involved in and this book will help you be successful in it.

Probably one of the best things about the Mobile DJ Handbook is the fact that it is written in down to earth language. By taking advice and ideas from many of the industry leaders, Stacy has made the path much easier for the first time company owner.