Ideal Media Events
Overview
Ideal Media is a full-service event production company with over 20 years of experience creating unforgettable events. We provide professional DJ services, uplighting, room draping, and premium enhancements including 3D Infinity LED dancefloors, LED video walls, photo booths, and special effects. Serving DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia, we specialize in weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Our goal is to deliver a the greatest experience that transforms your vision into reality!
Reviews
17 reviews
Eric M.
November 7, 2016Easy, flexible, seamless wedding reception
James (Ideal Media) was our favorite wedding vendor! To start, the price he quoted was great on a custom package. Super low key and easy to work with, he toured the reception property early on with us (even before we had it under contract!), gave advice on lighting and sound, left us an event info survey, then checked in a week before the wedding to remind us to send the survey in, and finally spoke by phone two days before to confirm all the details, right down to the correct pronunciation and order of the wedding party. We had planned on bringing our own 13 uplights, but could not, and he provided it for us with no problem. He arrived the day of, three hours before start time, and had everything set up. We loved the option to put white covers on the sound equipment and James included for free a white lighted frontboard for the DJ table, which he also brought himself. We upgraded to three 15" speakers (worth it!) and a single pipe and drape behind the sweetheart table (worth it!), as well as two party lights. We'd have been fine without the party lights, but they did spice up the dance floor. James' music selections were spot on, and he was able to mix Nigerian and American songs for our international wedding reception seamlessly. The song selections had people on the dance floor for 90 minutes nonstop. People told us later they were tired and still couldn't stop dancing! James was involved throughout the night in coordinating with the photographers and us for updated flow and timing. We couldn't have been more pleased with the service. If you're looking for a DJ who is on the mic all night or one who gets on the dance floor with you, perhaps go elsewhere, but otherwise, James is definitely your man. You won't be disappointed. Awesome experience and top value. Absolutely would use again.
Hired as: DJ, Emcee, Lighting Company, Mobile DJ, Party Rentals, Wedding DJ
Molly C.
August 12, 2016Beautiful and affordable lighting!
If you are looking for beautiful lighting, a responsive and patient vendor, and no fuss--look no further! James was absolutely amazing to work with. We knew we wanted some uplighting for the ceremony/reception and he recommended the number of lights we needed. He also happily worked with us to adjust that number to meet our budget. He was one of our easiest vendors to work with and everything turned out beautifully. We honestly could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you James and Ideal Media for helping to make our wedding day perfect!!
Hired as: Lighting Company
Sandra A.
May 27, 2016Wonderful
James is wonderful. He did a great job for my son's event. The music was great and we all enjoyed. James is very professional and kind. James always took time to understand what we wanted. He is very responsive. I would use him over and over again. Thank you so much James for a job well done.
Hired as: DJ
Celia H.
May 13, 2016Highly Recommended
James with Ideal Media provided top notch service to me for my husband's 40th Birthday Party. I was extremely pleased with the DJ services we received. James was really easy to work with and flexible to my desires. He went above the required and even provided some A/V assistance to me with setting up the slide show that I wanted displayed. I 100% recommend Ideal Media for your DJ needs.
Hired as: DJ, Emcee
Ideal Media Events
Thanks Celia! It was great working with you and it's awesome to be apart of so many important occasions. I'm glad that you enjoyed everything and A/V is 2nd nature to me so it wasn't a problem at all. Thanks again I look forward to working with you again in the future!
Aime C.
September 3, 2015Great Music!
I contacted James for en event I had in March. He provided Music and Lightning. He was great. The music was perfect and exactly what we had requested. the lightning was just what we imagined. The whole process of contacting him was very smooth. he was always available for any change and made the event a huge success that we will be repeating next year.
Hired as: DJ, Lighting Company
Booking information
Price range: $200 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 120 - 360 minutes
Insurance: Liability and property
Unions: N/A
What to expect
Called by numerous clients as “amazing”, “great”, and “the best ever”, James (DJ-HD) is an extraordinary DJ with the ability to keep the crowd moving all day and night long. With over 10 years of experience in major and private event/production services, DJ-HD knows what it takes to make an event successful. Leaving a great first impression and last impression is always the #1 priority. Having experiences with many different ages and kinds of people makes DJ-HD versatile and considered a mixed-crowd specialist who can play various genre’s of music.
About
DJ Service- With an extensive library of over 150,000 songs from the 1940’s to the latest releases, choosing the right music for your event is simple and fast. You can have your DJ examine the crowd, take requests, and play what may fit the occasion, or you can create your own customized playlist. For the bass lovers, DJ-HD can provide ground shaking, wall rattling, chest thumping subwoofers, or for more relaxed, social events, DJ-HD can give you the right set-up and background music for that time period. With many options at your disposal, you can turn your plans into reality.
As a DJ/Audio-Visual Technician/Music Producer, DJ-HD can creatively combine Sound, Lighting, and Video to get you the outcome that you’re in search of. “My aim is to combine skill, technology, interactivity, fun, and quality to provide a professional service for all of my clients. Being passionate about the craft of DJ’ing, assisting others with their important moments, and getting a kick out of seeing people have fun, is what makes this the best profession (for me anyway). ”
Lights can and will always add a more desirable atmosphere to any event. Whether it’s 1 light or 50 lights, when placed in the right position(s), it will contribute to the overall mood of any event. Take a look and see which option is suitable for you.
Up-lighting- This is an awesome feature which is in high demand. Up-lighting a room can illuminate a room to the color you desire. The end result will give the entire space a glowing, ambient atmosphere. Most common uses are for newlyweds who want these lights to match the color theme of their wedding. But it’s not just limited to newlyweds, anyone can use up-lighting to turn the entire room into a color(s) of their choice or have the entire room strobe/fade randomly or to the sound of the music!!! Can also be manipulated manually with a Lighting Controller.
Additional booking notes
The DJ is almost always referred to as “The Life of the Party”. The DJ can be the difference between a great night and a bad night. Reaching the goals of the client should be the only goal of the DJ.
DJ Service- With an extensive library of over 200,000 songs from the 1940’s to the latest releases, choosing the right music for your event is simple and fast. You can have your DJ examine the crowd, take requests, and play what may fit the occasion, or you can create your own customized playlist. For the bass lovers, DJ-HD can provide ground shaking, wall rattling, chest thumping subwoofers, or for more relaxed, social events, DJ-HD can give you the right set-up and background music for that time period. With many options at your disposal, you can turn your plans into reality.
Lights can and will always add a more desirable atmosphere to any event. Whether it’s 1 light or 50 lights, when placed in the right position(s), it will contribute to the overall mood of any event. Take a look and see which option is suitable for you.
Up-lighting- This is an awesome feature which is in high demand. Up-lighting a room can illuminate a room to the color you desire. The end result will give the entire space a glowing, ambient atmosphere. Most common uses are for newlyweds who want these lights to match the color theme of their wedding. But it’s not just limited to newlyweds, anyone can use up-lighting to turn the entire room into a color(s) of their choice or have the entire room strobe/fade randomly or to the sound of the music!!! Can also be manipulated manually with a Lighting Controller.
Spotlight- can be used for anyone who will be the center of attention. Most common uses are for wedding reception first dances, last dances, mother/son, and father/daughter dances. Can also be manipulated with a Lighting Controller.
Party lights- The party lights are multi-colored, strobing, moving, sound-actived lights that will definitely enhance the area when it’s time to dance. These lights are perfect for the dance floor and motivate people to dance by transforming the space into a party (link hidden)g Machines- We all know that fog machines can make any event look excellent. It’s ideal for clubs, parties, concerts, and any event where this effect is desired. Fog also makes any lights look better, especially lights that strobe and move. As long as your venue permits fog, it’s definitely a great addition to consider.
Video Display can be used in many ways. Slideshows, video montages, movies, motion graphics, sports games, presentations, commercials, advertising, live video footage, and even remote DJ services (coming soon!) Get it all on the BIG screen!
Video Display- With a high luminosity projector and a 7’x7’ screen, or even a clear wall, you can project any presentations, images, photos, or video footage that may be important or special for all of your guests to see. The options and types of events you can use video display with are unlimited! Corporate events can use this feature for dynamic presentations and commercials while brides and grooms can use it for slide shows, montages, and video footage of precious family moments. Can even be used for small and large groups to view movies or sports. Anything you can think of can be magnified for everyone to see.
Set list
I own an extensive, updated multi-genre music collection of over 200,000 songs, and I don't mind taking request and/or creating special playlists. All genres of music including: Hip-Hop, R&B, Pop, Rock, Top 40, Country, Classical, Cocktail, Motown, Jazz, Smooth Jazz, Go-Go, Neo-Soul, Gospel, Christian Rap, Kids Songs, Soca, Reggae, Reggaeton, Bachata, Latin, Merengue, Salsa, K-Pop, Holiday Music, Cumbia, African, Indian, Greek, Hip Life, Trance, Techno, House, Sound Effects, Instrumentals, Sound tracks, Theme Songs, Accapelas, Remixes, Music Videos, Clean & Explicit versions, etc. If there's any type of music you're interested in that I don't currently possess, I can purchase it at no extra charge to you.
In addition to edited and non edited music, I also have 30,000 music videos for video mixing and over 80,000 karaoke songs for Karaoke parties
Influences and inspiration
Lots of past DJ and producers who always made music sound better. Anyone who is creative, gifted, passionate, and can hold my attention.
Setup requirements
Just access to 1-3 power outlets. And possibly a tent if the event is held outside.