by Stacy Zemon
Are you wondering how to properly compensate your employees or sub-contractors for the services that they provide? Here’s my opinion on this controversial subject!
There are several variables that play into the equation. Your goal should be to attract and retain talented people who find it more worthwhile to stay with your company than venture out on their own.
Supplies DJ Services Only
$15 hr. - Assistant DJ Entertainer – 3 to 9 months
$20 hr. - Junior DJ Entertainer – 6 months to 1 year
$25 hr. - DJ Entertainer – 2 to 5 years
$30 hr. - Senior DJ Entertainer – 3 to 10 years
$40 hr. - Master DJ Entertainer – 10+ years
Supplies Music
$10 hr. additional
Supplies Sound Gear
$25 hr. additional
$35 hr. additional if includes equipment transport, set-up & breakdown
Supplies Basic Lighting Equipment
$15 hr. additional
$25 hr. additional if includes equipment transport, set-up & breakdown
On-call for Company
$10 hr.
Supplies Personal Transportation Only to Event
Current IRS mileage reimbursement schedule
Overtime
Compensated according to hourly rate for entertainment services only
Gratuities
100% offered by Client
Scores 90%+ “Excellent” on Client Satisfaction Surveys
$25 bonus
Personally Requested by Client
$25 bonus
Booked Event for Company
$50 bonus
Do you handle this in a different manner? Let us know!
Great article! Does the hourly rate generally include travel/set-up and tear down?
The total fee includes travel, set-up and tear down. It’s better to think of it this way vs. hourly rate.