DJ Rise, Professional DJ For Your Event

Vancouver, BC

$350 and up

DJ

Travels up to 60 miles

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Overview

Vancouver-based professional DJ with 18+ years of experience performing at weddings, corporate, campus, and private celebrations.

My focus is on clean sound, smooth flow, and stress-free execution. I plan ahead, confirm details, and arrive fully prepared so events run seamlessly.

I’m an open-format DJ who reads the room in real time - Top 40, Hip-Hop/R&B, Pop, Disco/Funk, House, and classics, while respecting must-plays, do-not-plays, and cultural preferences.

I can provide a complete DJ setup or easily plug into an existing venue sound system to keep costs flexible.

If you’re looking for a calm, organized, and reliable DJ who puts your guests first, I’d be happy to help.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Sofiya G.

June 24, 2024

Amazing music mix

Great performance with amazing playlist.
Good connection with the crowd
Highly recommend:)

Hired as: Club DJ

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DJ Rise, Professional DJ For Your Event

Thank you so much and always happy to bring the beat and the right mood


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Taylor W.

June 5, 2024

Real professional, attentive to details!

After searching for hours for a DJ and talking to many live, I finally met Andrew. He was so attentive to our questions and inquiries. Music was such an important part of our event and DJ Rise did an amazing job listening to exactly what we wanted and kept the party going the whole night. There wasn't a single moment when the dance floor wasn't full. I would highly, highly recommend him as a professional and very positive, reliable person!

Hired as: DJ, Mobile DJ

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DJ Rise, Professional DJ For Your Event

Wow, I am surprised, Thank you so much for such a warm review.

Thanks and feel free to reach me anytime.

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Booking information

Price range: $350 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 600 minutes

What to expect

What to expect when working together:

Positioning

Smooth event flow, professional preparation, crowd-focused music.

How it works

Inquiry → quick alignment call/Q&A → planning confirmations → day-of execution → follow-up.

What I need from you (to confirm availability + quote)

Date, venue/city, start/end time, guest count, coverage needed, vibe, key moments.

What’s included (high level)

Planning, coordination, clean setup, microphones (if applicable), backups, smooth transitions.

Pricing (guideline)

Pricing starts from $350 (2 hours, DJ only).

Most 3-hour private events range between $700–$800 with full DJ setup.

Weddings and larger events are quoted individually based on scope and requirements.

Planning + coordination

I confirm the key details in writing and keep a single run-of-show (timeline) so the day runs smoothly. I coordinate with your planner/MC/venue and I’ll confirm who the day-of point person is.

Music direction

I’ll ask for a few “must-play” and “do-not-play” tracks, your vibe direction, and what time you want peak dancing to happen. Requests are handled professionally and the host’s direction stays the priority.

Day-of expectations

I arrive early, set up cleanly, and test the critical pieces (sound, microphones, and key cues). Setup is simple: a table space and power. I focus on volume/clarity that fits the room.

Share your date + venue/city + start/end time and I’ll confirm availability and send a quote.

About

Summary
Professional event DJ and music curator with 18+ years behind the decks (clubs → weddings → corporate & private events). Known for calm, organized execution, clean sound, and crowd‑focused open‑format mixing that keeps the night flowing without chaos. Strong client communication, reliable logistics, and proactive planning (timelines, key moments, backups).

Core Strengths
- Weddings, corporate events, campus events, birthdays, private parties (50–250+ guests)
- Open‑format mixing: Top 40, Hip‑Hop/R&B, Pop, Disco/Funk, House, throwbacks, classics
- Event flow design (warm‑up → dinner → peak dancing → close)
- Microphone & program support (speeches, announcements, key moments)
- Professional sound setup, clean cabling, fast troubleshooting, backups
- Client experience: structured Q&A, playlist curation, must/avoid lists, day‑of coordination

Professional Experience
DJ Rise - Self‑Employed, Vancouver, BC | 2023–Present
- DJ for weddings, corporate functions, private parties, and campus events.
- Build curated music direction per event (vibe, crowd, cultures, must/avoid lists), while staying flexible for live requests.
- Provide full DJ production where needed: DJ console, speakers suitable for room size, wireless microphones, and clean setup/teardown.
- Coordinate with planners/MCs/venue staff; confirm run‑of‑show and cues to reduce day‑of surprises.

Club Resident / Event DJ (DJ Rise) — Chernivtsi, Ukraine | 2006–2017
- Resident and guest DJ across club nights and private events; developed strong “read the room” instincts and pacing.
- Collaborated with organizers and venue teams on themed nights, promotions, and consistent guest experience.

Highlights
- 500+ performances across clubs, weddings, corporate events, and private functions.
- Trusted for reliability, clean audio, and smooth transitions.
- Comfortable working with in‑house venue sound (universities/halls) or bringing complete sound as needed.

Tools & Setup (high level)
- Pro DJ console + controlled sound levels suitable for speech clarity and dance energy
- Wireless microphones, backup cables/adapters, spare batteries, offline music contingency

Music Production (selected)
- Producing original music and edits for DJ sets; focused on modern dance and event‑friendly versions.

References
Available upon request.

Additional booking notes

I'll make any requests if you give me all the variables in advance.

Services offered

Past booked events

July 2024

26

Friday

VGC Student Party

1:00pm - 4:00pm

13

Saturday

Sunset Party at Third Beach Stanley Park

5:00pm - 10:00pm

Set list

Customized Playlists to match your event's theme

Setup requirements

venue

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