SEMINARS PANELS WORKSHOPS
“MOBILE OPERATOR” TRACK
As a mobile DJ, you’re always looking for ideas that lead to ultimate success—whether you’re a single operator, major multi-op or new entertainer. But no matter how you tackle this very competitive business, the DJ Expo’s “Mobile Operator” track will provide profitable ideas for you. Marketing, performance, business advice—it’s all here.
Ideas for Growth: Making a Multi-Op Work
Elite Entertainment’s Mike Walter—author of “Running Your Multi-Op” & “Training Your Next Great DJ”—will present his proven ideas on growing your DJ business & running it efficiently for maximum profitability.
Ins & Outs of Entertaining
Most important to any headliner is a well-conducted production. From the final planning stages to the production itself, Philly mobile Adam Weitz teaches you the skills to multi-task the multi-tiered events, without losing your edge—or your mind.
The Ultimate Mitzvah
Sean “Big Daddy” McKee brings the Mitzvah Buzz to the Expo this year, with a no-holds barred Mock Mitzvah, designed to help attendees understand the nuances of what makes a high-impact Mitzvah that will generate referrals.
All-Star MC Secrets Revealed
It’s an all-new cast with all-new secrets for 2012! Once again, Maryland mobile/former Expo “DJ of the Year” Steve Moody gathers some of the best MCs from across the country to share unique tips that will take your events to a new level. From new strategies of filling the dancefloor to unique ways of rejuvenating and enhancing the “same old same old” activities, these performers will share some nuggets worth their weight in gold.
Soaring to the Top of the Preferred Vendors List
Being a “Great DJ” does not guarantee your foot in the venue door. From a small amount of advance planning on your part, to precise conversations at your events and unique follow-up methods, this seminar will teach techniques that’ll shoot you straight to the top.
More to be announced
“GEAR & TECH” TRACK
For decades, DJs have always been the early adopters and even inventors of new technologies. Stay ahead of the competition by getting the straight dope on the very latest audio, lighting, video and recording systems, provided by the industry’s experts.
New Gear: The Latest DJ Technologies
How does a DJ keep up with the latest products and technologies that impact the mobile and club markets? Check out this detailed panel presenting top retailers and product reviewers, who will offer their expertise on the latest and greatest entries to the DJ game.
Myths & Methods of Beatmixing
Whether you’re using CDs, old-school vinyl or a Digital Vinyl System like Serato or Traktor, beatmixing is the universal skill that all jocks should master. And nobody teaches the craft better than longtime DJ Frank Garcia of NYC’s Mainline Lighting & Sound. Be there for Frank’s deeply instructional seminar & positivity sesson.
More to be announced
“DJ CULTURE & MUSIC” TRACK
The path to becoming a successful DJ/artist continues to evolve. New technologies, changing tastes and novel sounds create fresh, new opportunities for music-making DJs—learn how to take advantage of them with this track of seminars, featuring the industry’s most experienced panelists.
Studio Talk: Making Tracks & Moving Up
Do you have aspirations to become the next David Guetta? Skrillex? Or Kaskade—America’s Best DJ 2011? If you do, you must learn how to create music for yourself. Hear clubland’s top talents offer their success stories and production tips.
The Hitmakers: DJ Expo Artist Panel
Whether it’s a remixer/producer creating big tracks or a vocalist/rapper making more traditional sounds, the DJ needs hot tunes to rock the dancefloor. Hear a panel of hitmakers tell their stories and explain their creative processes.
The State of the VJ
This panel of seasoned pros will tackle various video-oriented topics, including history, technology, content and the all-important wow factor. Be there to learn the latest news and apps from the VJ world.
