If the DJ plays for 4 hours, then he or she could easily make $200 to $400 that night. DJs playing on smaller towns will obviously make less money (about $30 to $60 dollars an hour).
DJs commonly use audio equipment that can play at least two sources of recorded music simultaneously. This can involve aligning the beats of the music sources so their rhythms and tempos do not clash when played together and enable a smooth transition from one song to another.
Reproduction Rights for Rappers
Reproduction rights refer to the permission granted to reproduce and distribute an artist’s music. This includes selling physical copies such as CDs, vinyl records, and cassette tapes, as well as digital downloads.
Streaming Income
Spotify pays rights holders on a per-stream basis. The rate varies by market, but is generally fractions of a cent per play, with the average payout being between $0.003 and $0.005 per stream.
Mobile DJing
Paid club gigs can be harder to get because you have to make a name for yourself first, but mobile DJs can start making money almost immediately. To become a mobile DJ, first, learn the art of DJing, specifically how to DJ open-format style.
DJing Rates
Since you’ll be charging per event, spend some time researching what other DJs in your general area are charging. Experienced DJs have reported charging anywhere from $950 to $2,000 for a five-hour package.
Wedding DJ Costs
The average cost of a wedding DJ is $610 to $960 with most couples spending between $400 and $2,200 depending on the expertise of the DJ.
Corporate Event DJ
Whether it’s a happy hour, holiday party, networking event, or a tradeshow, hiring a DJ can be cost-effective entertainment for a corporate event. The average cost of a DJ for a corporate event is around $645 when hired for 3.75 hours.
Budgeting for Events
The main difference between a costly and a cheap DJ is quality. Although both may provide the musical experience needed for an occasion, a costly DJ will likely offer a more memorable experience than a cheap one.
Average DJ Costs
The average cost of a wedding DJ for a 4 or 5-hour wedding is $600 to $1,500. Some part-time DJs with minimal experience charge $400 to $600.
Your local mobile DJ will probably charge you anywhere between $40 – $150 an hour.