DJ Advice: Rider Example
When I first started DJ’ing in clubs and events, I had no clue on what to do. I had no true guidance or direction from any professionals or veterans. The first time we booked a show and club gig outside of the NY & NJ area, the company said: “send us your contract and rider” so that we can proceed. At 17/18 I thought, contract and rider? What the hell is a full rider? I’m thankful that I knew someone that provided some insight as to how to approach bookings, contract terms and obligations, etc (thank you to my college professor for my 1st business class).
DJ’ing is a 24/7 grind that most people can’t or won’t attempt to understand. It can be a great life if you’re ready to get in the trenches & go hard with what you believe in.
It has its glamor, but for the most part it’s gritty work, long hours, sub-par pay until you really make it. It takes a toll on your body, health, sleeping schedule, eating schedule and stresses your family out as they wonder:
Is he/she okay?
Are they safe walking out of a venue that pays cash?
Will they get home in one piece?
Will we be spending the holidays together?
I give a ton of credit to those that are raising and running a family properly while involved with the entertainment industry, music world & Nightlife. Trying to juggle a crazy schedule can sometimes be inundating and we all know that things RARELY go as planned.
Each week, I’ll be posting advice for up & coming DJ’s. If you have topics that you’d like me to touch on, please post a response, and that’s what I’ll work on for the following weeks!
I am in no means a business expert, but I’d love to help share whatever knowledge that I have in order to help increase the credibility that you have as a DJ & Business man. And like I said, things rarely go as planned, but with a proper rider and contract, you ensure that you’re covered legally and financially.
Page 1: Service Overview
Page 2: Agreement Terms
Page 3: Rider Terms & Conditions
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Page 5: Rider Terms & Conditions
Page 6: Final Agreement
