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DJ GIG LOG: Running a DJ Business is HARD WORK and a FULLTIME JOB - What No one tells YOU. 

Cleveland Terry
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People think they know what it means to be a fullitime DJ. In this video I will take you on a day in my life. Show the things people don't want you to see.
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Комментарии : 99   
@Silkroads733
@Silkroads733 5 лет назад
The work for most everyday djs is very slow here in england....I should move to America ....
@fatherprincipal1
@fatherprincipal1 5 лет назад
I totally agree mobile dj in America sounds much more an everyday thing compared to here in the UK
@Silkroads733
@Silkroads733 5 лет назад
fatherprincipal1 but America has 320 million population England on 54 million.....
@flashgord2007
@flashgord2007 5 месяцев назад
1000 % true love the realness godbless from canada
@sonjacounts7232
@sonjacounts7232 Год назад
Thank you.. People just don’t know..
@DJDynablend
@DJDynablend 5 лет назад
Great video mate, running a business is not easy at all. One of your best vlogs I think!
@geekaythedj7554
@geekaythedj7554 5 лет назад
Thank you, Terry for showing this! I do this same thing but I also have a day job. So there are lots of after work and weekend meetings! All the time overtime! Keep up the great work!!
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Gee Kay The DJ in the early days I was just like you. 9-5 regular job than 6-9pm and get home by 10:00 or 10:30. I barely saw my family during that time but it paid off.
@Chris_978
@Chris_978 5 лет назад
Awesome video bro first time commenting i been watching your videos from time to time but after this one i had to just start showing my self and leave a comment. this is amazing as i wanna learn more better into approaching gig venues and doing a great job to make sure my clients are happy. you very helpful im glad u take your time to teach what u know so us DJ's do the right thing. I Have a question does doing a Booking Mix help ? lets say i make a mix of genre's i can really do but do it just to get booked and a little resume in what/how i do.
@randywhitener834
@randywhitener834 Год назад
I Love White People!!!! Why Do You Love White People Randy???? Because If You Have Talent Or Are Highly Skilled At Something They Can Make You RICH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@djdirty7455
@djdirty7455 5 лет назад
This is unreal to me, because I'm in Detroit Mi. & what you just stated is something I kinda lived my whole life by. I wish I was in a position to just collaborate with you, mind you when I state this, it's based on the fact that I was hired as a engineer at Ford on life experience. I come from a family of musicians & my DJing is as extension of my heritage, but I chose to pursue drag racing career & loved & thrived at it. But I could never escape my hunger for music & plain & simple "creative control" of what your are listening to, hence the inspiration for my DJ career is a passion in my life. I have been running an automotive repair shop in Detroit for the last 11 yrs. Which I have been a resident dj since 2009 which is the passion of my life.I would love to brainstorm with you & discuss taking your company nationwide. We would have the knowledge & love of howto affect ppl,what they hear & how they hear it. Anyway regardless of if you are interested or not, just know you are not alone & my wishes are for you to prosper exponentially from this day forward.
@RealLifeDJ
@RealLifeDJ 5 лет назад
Fantastic video shows what’s really involved outside of the actual event 😎🎧👍🏻
@nforbes
@nforbes 7 месяцев назад
If ever I move to LA, I'm getting a motorcycle. Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!!
@druthedj
@druthedj 5 лет назад
Spot on! Very accurate! It's sad that most people think Dj'ing is all about fun. Same principles apply to any form of business, gotta put in the work to get the money. Nice vid
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Dru TheDJ 👍🏾
@vaughnburton4521
@vaughnburton4521 5 лет назад
Great video.. people think Djing is rippin music off youtube and going to the venue and hitting the sync button. Noooo it’s carrying heavy shit and wrapping cords and chasing people for deposits. Salute great video 💪🏽 Follow Me: Instagram - djvaughnskii
@supraman112184
@supraman112184 5 лет назад
Great insight bro. Thanks for the video. Had no idea u we're based in LA I'm also from socal. Question... So I've been DJing for a while but it's been tough to keep steady gigs. I decided to contract with other companies but of course the pay isn't great. Do u have any recommendations for booking my own gigs? Thanks again bro.
@DjBriteEyes
@DjBriteEyes 5 лет назад
I agree with DJ Dynablend great video i do the same thing make sure i meet up at the venue and make sure i know what i need great video you are so right being a DJ is a full time job..
@KleanMuzic
@KleanMuzic 5 лет назад
Dope Video! Motivation for real! I must work harder and stop this Wedding Wire Dance that pisses me off! Thanks again sir!
@analyzeyourfriendlyneighbo6349
How do you manage your music intake everyday? What is the ratio?
@FSwiftDJ
@FSwiftDJ 5 лет назад
Terry , that's cool mate, I've got friends who do mobile DJ business , not only are you a DJ, your a Lighting technician , Engineer , PA Your constantly working on short time frames to be in venues or gigs, plz do more but DJ logs that was so professional and interesting , I want to see the setup you did for that amazing bowling venue. respect man and one of the best DJ channels out there
@icecoldjohnnyy
@icecoldjohnnyy 5 лет назад
Had to mute the first few seconds, that sound gives me anxiety 😂😂😂 great video !
@deeodaniels9326
@deeodaniels9326 3 года назад
😅😅i bet you're a 6am worker
@kenocharlie8478
@kenocharlie8478 2 года назад
Can you make a video on how to book gigs for new DJs?
@DJGeorgeDXM
@DJGeorgeDXM Год назад
Hello Cleveland, that was a great video, do you tell your customers about recording their event for promotional purposes (gig log). Do they refuse?
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry Год назад
It’s actually built into the contract.
@bucstalkpodcast1976
@bucstalkpodcast1976 5 лет назад
Helpful video man. Love watching your channel. I've been djing for at least a few years now and I'm truly learning stuff from u. Thanks. Keep the videos coming
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
KING HAZE 🙏🏾
@Gbeebaby
@Gbeebaby 2 года назад
The HU$TLE is realllllllllllll 💥👊
@churchillcoins8519
@churchillcoins8519 5 лет назад
Enjoyed the day in the life of a DJ business. Thanks Cleveland. I recently visited, rented a car in LA for a few days and the traffic was horrible. Traveling anywhere it took 45-90 mins. I live in the N.J./NYC area so I’m not foreign to traffic but I was surprisingly hectic.
@RealDJblaze
@RealDJblaze 5 лет назад
Dope video! Keep these coming.
@mahtalah524
@mahtalah524 2 года назад
Thank you!!
@crazycuts6891
@crazycuts6891 5 лет назад
The day in the life of a DJ, it's definitely the labor of love.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
Crazy Cuts yes it is.
@wbuttry1
@wbuttry1 5 лет назад
I run full time in the summer part-time in the fall and winter got a day job during fall and winter I run a home office. bout mid-September I will be scaling back to part-time and going to my other job as a state grain inspector. and buying more equipment that I was not able to purchase during this summer.
@djpuma007
@djpuma007 4 года назад
Very true , most new dj are attracted to the show but they don't realize how much work we do behind or before the show/gig. Great video a day ibehind the dj show, showing what we really do before the gig/show. I noticed that it was mostly meeting, you went all around town I feel you, good video!!!
@DJSolstice
@DJSolstice 4 года назад
I very rarely meet with clients. It’s inconvenient for both parties and unnecessary
@aazetnom3497
@aazetnom3497 4 года назад
Great video. Good to see the hustle is real for others. I appreciate the real talk about running your own DJ business. Thanks again.
@user8002
@user8002 5 лет назад
That's real spit there fam. Love the honesty. Keep keeping it real. Love from Cali.
@DjPositiveP
@DjPositiveP 5 лет назад
Awesome video, pointers & tips! What is that venue called!? Want to see if DFW has something like that!
@thatsmybit
@thatsmybit 5 лет назад
Great video I really enjoyed it! Keep up the great content
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
CueTheDJTips thank you.
@FIGHT101TV
@FIGHT101TV 4 года назад
2 big speakers... a macbook..a kontroller and lights Would you say this is all i need to start? I used to be a king on virtual dj back in the days mixing an blending songs so i do have over 10 yrs experience.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
+FRESH 100 TV I’d say that is definitely enough.
@FIGHT101TV
@FIGHT101TV 4 года назад
@@ClevelandTerry Thanks man..im watching your dj videos now..kool! How much should i charge? An how much do you charge?
@BananaNutCream
@BananaNutCream 3 года назад
That’s pretty much my setup ^^^^ as a starter - then learn and upgrade over time
@emmanuelpineiro8698
@emmanuelpineiro8698 4 года назад
Awesome video !!! Thank you for all the positive info !!
@bmwthedj
@bmwthedj 4 года назад
How far in advance do you do the site visit?
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
BMW THE DJ depends on the client but usually about a month out.
@DJSolstice
@DJSolstice 4 года назад
How is a client late to their own house? Hahah
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
+DJ Solstice it happens more than you know.
@mkingc88
@mkingc88 5 лет назад
This is great!!! Subbed!!!! Awesome job editing!
@andresaldate8449
@andresaldate8449 4 года назад
Big water flush..that was a pooooop!
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
Definitely seeing someone that is trying to help the community is definitely poop. Thanks for coming by.
@Kvnmoya
@Kvnmoya Год назад
Do you bring a brochure with pricing when you do in home meetings with clients?
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry Год назад
My prices are on our company site. I send them before meeting with them. I need them to know what they are getting into before I waste our time.
@Kvnmoya
@Kvnmoya Год назад
@@ClevelandTerry makes sense. thank you
@mititeimaricei
@mititeimaricei 5 лет назад
You just took this channel to another level! Thanks.
@PHAZE1971
@PHAZE1971 5 лет назад
EVERY NEW (OR OLD) DJ SHOULD WATCH THIS, This is the best, and most honestly real mobile DJ life. I've DJ'd (mobile) 35 years and I agree 100%, to give you an insight today is a Wednesday morning and I'm watching this video at 8:30am with a coffee in my home/office before I head out. Like the vlog says being a full-time DJ is a FULL-TIME job. GREAT VIDEO My week just this week Sunday - all day booking Monday - Admin till 3 then 2 client visits Tuesday - Gear hire delivery Wednesday - Evening booking Thursday - DAY OFF (sort of) 3 potential client vists Friday - Evening Booking Saturday - Evening Booking
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Craig J DJ 🙏🏾
@mahtalah524
@mahtalah524 2 года назад
you got me with the Get Out bit....chills
@MrJFunkSanchez
@MrJFunkSanchez 5 лет назад
Are you planning on a couple of moving heads on trusses? Or perhaps something compact like a Gigbar 2 for lighting at Lucky Strike? Had no idea they did private parties 🎉
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Jesse Sanchez yup. We'll use a boombox and an intimidator spot duo setup.
@djpuma007
@djpuma007 4 года назад
Wow didn't know you were in LA, the 80 party place looked very familiar to me cos I have done wedding there. When you said victory you were in my hood lol, so cool.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
Born and raised.
@mauricemcgary10
@mauricemcgary10 5 лет назад
man you are full of it. perfect crib, dogs vehicle.your too perfect. How much do people pay when its like that bowling alley vs a home. i'm 75
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Maurice Mcgary lol. Don't hate the player...I have all this stuff because I work my ass off and I do a LOT of events. I won't get into costs but I will tell you this. The people having it at their houses are spending way more than the people at the club.
@spellz6616
@spellz6616 5 лет назад
I always wanted to try out djing despite this video, i still wanna try it out, any beginner tips and starter controllers? Cuz CDJs are def not in the budget😂. Also i have those exact sunglasses.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+aspxct I have a whole playlist on starting out. Check my Ask a Dj, Tips and tricks playlists
@brandonshabazz255
@brandonshabazz255 5 лет назад
Great content. I work harder now than I ever did in the corporate world and never have a day where I don't do something DJ related. Clients and others in the industry can benefit from viewing this. Completely ingenious vlog.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Brandon Shabazz thank you man. Much appreciated. Feel free to share.
@post-mastersodium3136
@post-mastersodium3136 5 лет назад
Your dogs are cute as hell!
@itsdjQuasar
@itsdjQuasar 5 лет назад
Great video, man!
@bmwthedj
@bmwthedj 4 года назад
Solid video BTW 💪🏾
@Bronstorph1
@Bronstorph1 5 лет назад
You have no idea how I look forward to your videos they are entertaining informative and you were made for this success to you my brother Cleveland
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Arnold Bronstorph much appreciated.
@DJTeddyg1
@DJTeddyg1 4 года назад
Yes running a Dj business is hard but Djs should always have a side job or Hustle that way money is always coming in.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
It depends on how many events you have. A one person dj company needs something else. It’s a full time job running a multi op.
@DJTeddyg1
@DJTeddyg1 4 года назад
@@ClevelandTerry not really. if you know how to make money in managing a business u can manage 2 or 3 businesses. you have to understand its how u make it work.I run my Dj,Handyman and sometimes catering Business.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 4 года назад
All I’m saying is every situation is different. I have 400 events a year.
@DJTeddyg1
@DJTeddyg1 4 года назад
@@ClevelandTerry Ok thats cool then you should be close to retirement. So your saying u work everyday including Sundays. so thats 33 gigs give or take per month and an average or $400-!500 per event. your over head,repairs,marketing and gas. you should clear about $4000 a month. Im just saying!!!! Thats nice money
@DjJoeyPinaDJ
@DjJoeyPinaDJ 4 года назад
Great video bro
@MarlonAce
@MarlonAce 5 лет назад
100%. Everyone wants to be a Boss. No one wants to put in Boss hours.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Marlon Ace facts.
@ClectaSkiMusic
@ClectaSkiMusic 5 лет назад
Well done video sir...
@DjLyRiX
@DjLyRiX 5 лет назад
Great video, I loved working Lucky Strike. I can’t say I work as hard being a full time Dj, like driving and seeing locations isn’t a problem here in Vegas. In LA I almost didn’t have to do it either. But I do some work during the week and that’s being on the phone and sending emails. The best way to make a living is by closing future deals.
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Dj LyRiX That is true about future deals, but if a current client doesn’t feel you are giving them enough attention that can backfire on you also. It’s a balance.
@DjLyRiX
@DjLyRiX 5 лет назад
@@ClevelandTerry I suppose, in 900 weddings I really haven't come across it. I'd say maybe about 10 times. But then again, everyones clients are different. I stay in contact via email or over the phone pretty often though.
@djseasick
@djseasick 5 лет назад
Great video!
@spinmoney101
@spinmoney101 5 лет назад
Awesome video Terry!
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+Djsokin thank you
@ErnestoAvilez92
@ErnestoAvilez92 5 лет назад
360p squad!!!
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
Ernesto Avilez ha!
@DJAnthonyAlvarez
@DJAnthonyAlvarez 5 лет назад
Digging your stuff man! What are you using for camera?
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+DJ Anthony Alvarez Panasonic G9 but I'm thinking about moving over to Sony
@DJAnthonyAlvarez
@DJAnthonyAlvarez 5 лет назад
Nice I'm using a canon m6 for my gig logs but I'm having issues with my mic! Good stuff man I'm a recent subscriber I enjoy your stuff! Love from boston!
@ClevelandTerry
@ClevelandTerry 5 лет назад
+DJ Anthony Alvarez much appreciated man!
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