DJ James Hayes Entertainment

DJ James Hayes Entertainment

Medina, OH

$500-$1100

Travels up to 120 miles

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crazy fun wedding

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Prom at the the rock n roll hall of fame

Overview

I am a Northeast Ohio based DJ with a master's degree in communication. During the week, I teach public speaking at Kent State University, and on the weekends, I DJ weddings and other special events. Plus, I now offer greenscreen photo booths and LED uplighting!

As a host, I have a great skill set, and I always work hard to make sure any event I am a part of is a success.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Jessy P.

August 8, 2023
Verified review

We truly enjoyed James DJing our wedding. He was great at facilitating the whole wedding and made sure that everything was on schedule. He walked around making sure guests were ready for the next parts of the wedding and made sure everyone was having a great time. We highly recommend James as he was easy to work with!

Hired as: Wedding DJ


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Ryan N.

August 7, 2019
Verified review

DJ James was awesome. We requested some non typical music and he blended it in flawlessly with music to keep the party going. We planned everything for our wedding in advance through a sheet he provided, which took a lot of pressure off our shoulders when planning the entire evening Everyone at the event was raving about how much fun he was. His light up jacket, shoes and Glasses were a big hit. I highly recommend DJ James for any event!

Hired as: Wedding DJ


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Ian R.

August 1, 2018
Verified review

Absolutely amazing DJ! So much fun and picked spectacular music for the mood of the wedding! Everyone should hire this awesome guy for your wedding!

Hired as: Wedding DJ


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Melisse B.

July 24, 2017
Verified review

Thanks DJ James for making our reception spectacular. You kept our guests dancing and truly entertained. I personally appreciated the interest and detail you put in to making sure our event was everything we requested and more! I will highly recommend you! Signed, a very happy Bride and Groom!

Hired as: DJ, Wedding DJ


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Nick W.

November 13, 2014

DJ James Hayes showed up when he said he would (an hour and half prior to the estimated start time). I could tell he was professional right off the bat. The ceremony had to change from outdoors to indoors due to weather and he was able to react and have his systems set up prior to the ceremony starting. He played all the music we requested and made sure there were fun songs for all ages. His music got a lot of people to the dance floor which made the wedding enjoyable and not boring. If you have any event I recommend DJ James Hayes for his professional and fun experience he provided and on top of that his price could not be beat!!

Hired as: Wedding DJ

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Booking information

Price range: $500-$1100

Languages: English

Gig length: 120 - 600 minutes

What to expect

My basic services include a PA system (big speakers), microphones, and LED dance lights.

I have the capability to provide several add-on services including karaoke, LED uplighting, and my greenscreen photobooth.

Beyond equipment, I offer my services as a DJ and MC with five years of professional experience DJ'ing hundreds of events. Ahead of the big day, I work with you to plan out the entertainment and music for the evening. I charge a flat rate, so you have me for the whole day. If you need me to set up early, provide music for a wedding ceremony, or cocktail hour it is no trouble nor added expense.

If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact me I would be happy to answer them.

About

My career as a DJ started when my high school marching band couldn't afford a DJ. I stepped in to DJ it myself and I had so much fun I have been playing music ever since! I love to make people happy through music and to entertain.

Additional booking notes

Basic service $500 PA system, wireless microphones, LED dance lights.
LED Uplights (in your choice of color) $100
Greenscreen Photobooth $500 includes unlimited 4x6 photo prints for guests, picture dvd, props, and scrapbook.

Services offered

Past booked events

August 2023

05

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 2:00am (Sun)

Peninsula, OH

July 2021

10

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 10:30pm

Kirtland, OH

August 2019

03

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Parma, OH

July 2018

28

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 9:00pm

Harrisville, PA

November 2017

04

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Youngstown, OH

July 2017

01

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:00pm - 9:00pm

North Canton, OH

October 2015

30

Friday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 9:30pm

Peninsula, OH

Set list

Any music you want to hear. I work with you to devise a playlist and download any tracks I don't already have in my music library.

Influences and inspiration

I sub-contract regularly through several reputable entertainment companies including A Bride's DJ and Buckeye State Entertainment who helped me get my start.

Setup requirements

electrical wall outlet within 100 feet

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