DJ Invoice Template

DJ Invoice Template

Create professional DJ invoices for weddings, corporate events, nightclubs, and private parties. Our template includes sections for performance time, equipment rental, lighting packages, and travel fees. Download instantly in PDF, Word, or Excel format.

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Industry Standard
Your Business
Bill To
Invoice Details
Additional Information
Line Items
Description
Qty
Rate
Amount
$800.00
$200.00
$150.00
$100.00
$75.00
Tax & Discount
Notes & Terms

What to Include on a DJ Invoice

Professional DJ invoices should document:

Business Information
  • DJ name or company name
  • Contact information
  • Website and social media
  • Business license (if required)
  • Liability insurance details
Event Details
  • Event date and day of week
  • Event type (wedding, corporate, club, etc.)
  • Venue name and address
  • Event start and end time
  • Setup and breakdown times
  • Load-in instructions
Services Breakdown
  • Performance time (hours)
  • MC/emcee services
  • Music consultation/planning
  • Custom playlist creation
  • Song requests coordination
  • Ceremony music (for weddings)
Equipment Provided
  • Sound system specifications
  • Speakers and subwoofers
  • Microphones (wireless/wired)
  • Lighting package details
  • Fog/haze machine
  • Photo booth (if offered)
Additional Fees
  • Travel/mileage charges
  • Overtime rate per hour
  • Early setup fee
  • Late night premium
  • Generator rental (outdoor events)

DJ Rate Benchmarks

Industry standard rates for DJ services:

Wedding DJ
  • Budget: $500-800 (4 hours)
  • Mid-range: $800-1,500 (4-5 hours)
  • Premium: $1,500-3,000 (5-6 hours)
  • Luxury: $3,000-10,000+ (full day)
Corporate Events
  • Small event (50-100 guests): $500-1,000
  • Medium event (100-250 guests): $800-1,500
  • Large event (250+ guests): $1,500-3,000
  • Holiday party premium: +25-50%
Private Parties
  • Birthday/house party: $300-600
  • Graduation party: $400-700
  • Anniversary: $500-1,000
  • Sweet 16/Quinceañera: $600-1,200
Club/Nightlife
  • Local club (4 hours): $200-500
  • Popular venue: $500-1,500
  • Residency (per night): $300-1,000
  • Guest DJ appearance: $1,000-5,000+
Equipment Add-Ons
  • Premium sound upgrade: $100-300
  • Intelligent lighting: $150-400
  • LED dance floor: $500-1,500
  • Photo booth: $300-800
  • Uplighting (per fixture): $20-35
Additional Fees
  • Travel (per mile beyond 25): $0.65-1.00
  • Overtime (per hour): $100-200
  • Early setup (before 4pm): $50-150
  • Ceremony music: $150-300
  • Cocktail hour: $100-200

DJ Booking and Payment Best Practices

Secure bookings and protect your business:

Deposit Requirements
  • Require 50% non-refundable deposit
  • Deposit secures the date
  • No hold without deposit
  • Accept deposits online for convenience
Contract Essentials
  • Event date, time, and location
  • Services included
  • Equipment provided
  • Payment schedule
  • Cancellation policy
  • Force majeure clause
Payment Timeline
  • Deposit: at booking
  • Final balance: 7-14 days before event
  • Never collect payment day-of
  • Overtime: invoice after event
Cancellation Policy
  • 60+ days: deposit forfeited
  • 30-60 days: 50-75% of total due
  • Under 30 days: 100% due
  • Rescheduling fee: $100-200
Communication Protocol
  • Confirm details 2 weeks before
  • Final walkthrough 1 week before
  • Day-of contact person
  • Emergency contact numbers

Invoicing for Different Event Types

Customize your invoice approach by event:

Wedding DJ Invoicing
  • Include ceremony, cocktail, reception separately
  • List all equipment packages
  • Document timeline milestones
  • Add vendor meal requirement
  • Include setup/breakdown time
  • Overtime rate clearly stated
Corporate Event Invoicing
  • Use formal invoice format
  • Include W-9 if requested
  • PO number reference
  • Net 30 terms common
  • Itemize all services
  • Insurance certificate attached
Club/Bar Invoicing
  • Flat rate common
  • Include sound check time
  • Document performance hours
  • Tips vs guaranteed pay
  • Drink tickets if included
  • Parking validation
Private Party Invoicing
  • Simpler format acceptable
  • Deposit + final payment
  • Equipment basics only
  • Overtime policy clear
  • Neighbor noise considerations
  • Power requirements noted

Frequently Asked Questions