Free DJ contract template
This DJ contract template builds a DJ services agreement as you fill it in: event date, venue, set times, what's included, the fee, a deposit to hold the date, the balance due date, an overtime rate and a cancellation policy. It also covers power and setup space, safety and equipment damage. Download the PDF, get an editable Word version by email, or send it for e-signature.
This is a general template, not legal advice. It may not fit your situation or your state's laws. Have a licensed attorney review it before you use it. EnFlow is not a law firm and is not responsible for how this template is used.
What this DJ contract covers
- The event
- Services
- Fee and payment
- Overtime
- What Client provides
- Safety and conduct
- Damage to equipment
- Cancellation and changes
- Independent contractor
- Limit of liability
- Events outside our control
- General terms
Questions
What should a DJ contract include?
A DJ contract should include the event date, venue and set times, what's included (sound, lighting, MC), the total fee, the deposit and when the balance is due, an overtime rate, what the client provides (power, space, a meal), and the cancellation policy. This template covers all of them.
How much deposit should a DJ ask for?
A DJ deposit is usually a large enough share of the fee to cover turning away other bookings for that date. Many DJs ask 25% to 50% at signing, with the balance due one to two weeks before the event. Set the percent and days in the form.
Is a DJ deposit refundable?
In this DJ contract template the deposit is non-refundable if the client cancels, because the date is held for them, but it's fully refunded if the DJ cancels and no replacement is accepted. It's a general template, not legal advice, so have an attorney in your state review it before you rely on it.
Can my client sign the DJ contract online?
Yes, your client can sign the DJ contract online. Sign up free to send it for e-signature: your client signs online, and you can collect a deposit in the same step. The free plan includes 5 estimates, invoices and contracts a month.