Officiants

Mics

Our DJs come equipped with at least one clip on lapel for the officiant.

Let us know what your officiant is wearing - pockets appreciated!

When there are no pockets available, the receiver may be clipped to the back of a dress or some other garment.

We have reputable windscreens on our lapels (not shown in the photo) though if possible, turn your back to the wind. If there are head-on winds, your DJ can mix some of the noise out or provide a work-around.

<— DON’T DO THIS!!

Lapel microphones are omnidirectional

If booked for just 1 lapel mic, the officiant should stand near the couple during their vows while the DJ adjusts for volume.

Let us know if you foresee the need for additional mics!

A second mic is included in some packages or added to other packages;

  • either an additional lapel for the groom / vows

  • or a handheld mic for guest readings.

Please let us know beforehand if…

  • Your officiant prefers a handheld microphone

  • you would like a Mic stand

    • These are generally discouraged by visual media artists - organic looks preferred!

    • Sometimes unavoidable

      • ex; 7 blessings in Jewish wedding ceremonies

Officiant’s Script

We kindly request the officiant’s script be shared beforehand so that our DJ may follow along day-of. This helps with cuing the recessional music as well as any music within (unity candle, marriage license, mixing of sands, etc).

Processional / Officiant’s Welcome - ‘Put your phones away!’

Often the officiant will enter before the processional song to whatever music is already playing. We can then fade down the music for a few words;

Thank you all for coming to day, it means a lot to ____ & ____. We have a talented team of professional photographer(s) and/or videographer(s) so please silence your phones and put them away. Without further adieu…

Sometimes after the couple arrive at the altar the officiant may announce one chance to take photos. The couple strike a pose, people snap their photos, and then phones are tucked away.

Please Rise / *Please Be Seated*

If applicable - LGBTQ weddings may have unique, creative processionals

  • “Please Rise” after the processional, just before the bride’s entrance

  • “Please be seated” once the ceremony begins

    • Likely after the Father of the Bride gives their blessing, the bride has had her dress adjusted and passed her bouquet to a bridesmaid

    • If “please be seated” is forgotten guests will often stand until told otherwise!

      • Uncomfortable for guests, cumbersome for photographers :)

Planning “silent vows”? Let us know!!!

We’ve only had a couple of weddings where the couple decided they wanted a quiet, private moment at the altar sharing their personalized vows without the mics on.

Both times no one told the DJ!!

It is our goal for everyone to hear the ceremony unless told otherwise. We are here to fulfill the details of which we are aware.

Our opinion?

  • If you’d like to share private vows we recommend doing so during a first look.

  • “Silent vows” during the ceremony means all of your guests will lean in and try to hear you but only the front row will actually hear.

Move to the side as you announce the first kiss!

Makes for better photos :)

After the ceremony ends…

The DJ or the officiant can make an announcement:

“Immediate friends and family, please stick around for portraits.

All other guests, the bar is open and hors d’ouevres are on the way.”

Ordained Online?

Some clients choose to have friends or family serve as their officiant - inside jokes are a great addition!

A few links offering online ordination: