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Before you start exploring our exciting wedding entertainment packages, here’s a little word from Sean…2020 was an awful year for planning weddings. And even after, despite things being opened up a little more in 2021, planning is still very cautious!So, to make things easier, you might like to know that I offer a Covid Cancellation Guarantee when you book and pay your deposit for any of our wedding packages or services. Quite simply, if you book it and Covid causes the cancellation, we’ll refund your deposit, no problem.We’ve also added an Outdoor Wedding Celebration package, because as restrictions lift, outside is the IN place to be for parties and celebrations!Lastly, just because we’ve organised our own packages based on what couples have asked for, it doesn’t mean you’re limited to these packages.I’ve built this business to put the customers’ needs first - and that’s never more important than for your wedding. So, if you need something added to one of these packages - just ask!And if you want to build a personalised wedding party package from scratch? We can do that too, just get in touch and we’ll work with you to plan your perfect wedding party.SOS ENTERTAINMENT 3Weding

What’s SOS Entertainment all about, and why do you work so hard for your wedding customers?The company ethos is simple, and is kind of implied by our name: SOS Entertainment is all about helping couples. Anything we can do to make a couple’s journey, their planning and their celebration better, more personal, less hassle, then that's exactly what we do!So, we recognise that a couple’s wedding is all about what they need, it’s not all about us. So, if I have to get to the venue extra early so I can set up according to their schedule for the day, that’s what I'll do – and I won't be charging by the hour for that kind of help. Even if it costs me money to set up in my own time, so that I avoid being in the way when the guests need to start eating their meal, then that's what I'll do! It's about offering help which puts the customers, the couple, right at the centre.Your day, your wayMy style and approach isn’t something that’s a label on me, it’s something that’s adaptable for the couple. I’ll prioritise the couple and approach their party planning and the music in a way that delivers their dream celebration.For me, it’s all about the customer - that’s the approach I’m most comfortable with.SOS ENTERTAINMENT4 Weding

For me, it doesn’t get more personal than being included in a couple’s special day, so I like to make everything I do personalised for each couple. I organise bespoke lighting to fit a couple’s theme, run digital displays alongside the music decks with messages from the couple to their guests, and celebratory messages to the couple.What also makes me different and more than ‘just’ a DJ is that I now offer a one-stopshop for everything a couple needs to make their party (and that first dance) special. They don’t have to go to lots of different providers if they need various items, I can supply it all - from LED dance floor to go with the music, to a stage for speeches, flower walls to create a backdrop for photos, cake cutting and first dance, to other accessories to make the whole celebration less hassle and more special for each couple.”Your party made perfectSOS ENTERTAINMENT 5Weding

Your day, your wayWhat drives me to be involved – and to stay involved – in the wedding industry is the fact that there seems to be so much pressure on couples.I want to be part of the industry that relieves them of that, to be the person that simplifies the planning, yet also adds to the quality of what they experience on the day.I firmly believe communication is at the heart of making the event personal, and of making the planning side professional. It’s also the way I can help to make things easier for couples at a stressful time, so I stay in touch with the couple and remain contactable throughout the time between booking and wedding.Couples always appreciate this approach, especially through the uncertain times of the pandemic!SOS ENTERTAINMENT6 Weding

Couples using SOS Entertainment don’t have to go to lots of different providers if they need various items – I can supply it all!From LED dance floor to go with the music, to a stage for speeches, flower walls to create a backdrop for photos , cake cutting and first dance, to other accessories to make the whole celebration less hassle and more special for each couple.I can even supply extras such as soft play and bouncy castles to keep their small guests entertained too!One stop shop means maximum value for minimum hassleSOS ENTERTAINMENT 7Weding

As well as the other services my customers book as part of my wedding packages, when it comes to the music, that’s where I try to make things magical for the couple.I encourage couples to send me playlists of music they (and their guests) will prefer. I also prompt them to send me ideas about music they want for their first dance together and other special dance moments, like the father with the bride, and I’ll prepare all of this for them.And if the couple has no ideas about music or where to start with their planning? I can offer lots of suggestions and send them sample playlists to help get them started.”Hey DJ, what about the music?SOS ENTERTAINMENT8 Weding

Hey DJ, what about guests and requests?I’ve got request cards to give to the couple, so they can distribute them with their invitations. This way their guests can all request a song for during the party – along with any personal message for the digital display and lights.I’ve always offered easy ways for guests to make requests without having to shout it out on the day, and since Covid, this has really come into its own.l I have an iPad at the front of the DJ stage, which they can use to send their request straight through to me.l I also scroll out a request number on the light display, so that guests can just text their request straight over.l There’s also a page on the website so guests can request songs whilst they’re sitting down or are at the bar.I try to make it as easy as possible for the couple and their guests to request music and messages, so that they can all relax and just enjoy their celebration. All of these things add up to making the whole music package completely bespoke and add to the special memories for the couple - which is what it’s all about.SOS business card.indd 303/10/2019 23:29SOS business card.indd 303/10/2019 23:29SOS ENTERTAINMENT 9Weding

What‘s the best way to find the right DJ and wedding entertainment?Look for recommendations from others and industry recognition.SOS ENTERTAINMENT10 Weding

Because weddings as we know and love them have been on hold for such a long time, it’s been hard to keep momentum going. Which is why I’m particularlyproud that in the autumn of 2020, I was nominated for Best DJ in The WeddingIndustry Awards 2021.All about the customer experienceThe Wedding Industry Awards 2021 process is all about customer experience. So, I submitted answers to questions about the SOS Entertainment wedding packages - including the work I put into providing bespoke DJ services. Previous customers were also asked to contribute feedback on their experiences of hiring me as their wedding DJ.Voting scoresBut as well as contributing messages about their experiences of working with SOS Entertainment, TWIA asked previous customers to score me on key skills and customer service that you’d expect a wedding DJ to deliver, as follows:l Range of options (eg sound, lighting, music styles) made available by your DJ.l Quality of expertise, advice and guidance received.l Quality of customer service and communications received.l Your DJ’s punctuality and personal presentation on the day of your wedding.l The level at which your DJ delivered what was booked.l Quality of your DJ’s web presence (website, social media etc).l Value for money.Quite daunting, but all very useful feedback! The votes were counted, so that every nominee in the DJ category gained a score out of 70.SOS ENTERTAINMENT 11Weding

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I’m particularly proud that I didn’t even drop a whole point! I received a vote score of 69.38 from my happy couplesAVERAGE VOTING SCORESThe voting all took place via the TWIA21 website, which meant I wasn’t able to see any of the voting or feedback until it was finished. Once this was completed, I was very pleased to be awarded Regional Finalist for the South East!Vote questionEntrants average scoreRegion/category average scoreRange of options (eg sound, Iighting, music styles) made available by your DJ10.0000 19.9432Quality of expertise, advice and guidance received from your DJ10.0000 9.9432Quality of customer service and communications received from your DJ10.0000 9.9318Your DJ’s punctuality and personal presentation on the day of your wedding10.0000 9.9886The level at which your DJ delivered what was booked10.0000 9.9205QuaIity of your DJ’s web presence (website, Facebook etc)10.0000 9.7847Value for money 10.0000 9.875Total out of 70 70 69.3864SOS ENTERTAINMENT 13Weding

We used SOS entertainment for our wedding reception and OMG how beautiful it was from the music to the lighting to the LED lit up dancefloor he even went above and beyond Mr and Mrs Gibson in lights on the LED floor and wall for you to see when you walked in. It was an amazing day he was such a great guy great service and so polite I would 100% recommend him to anyone,MR & MRS GIBSONThis is the feedback that some of our happy couples gave, to support my nomination for best DJ, in the wedding industry awards 2021We had our name in lights flashing around the room. We had our photos on a loop on screens and huge Mr and Mrs light up letters as well as pyrotechnics that went off during the first dance. He had a huge range of music and even did karaoke at the end for the guests that stayed! He edited out wedding songs to make it a mix up as well! And made our day amazing! And even took extra photos and videos of the day for us! MICHELLE WELSHSOS ENTERTAINMENT14 Weding

Sean was amazing and made our evening. He was able to get people up on the dancefloor. He presented well to my guests and we had great fun with our package deal. Communication was fantastic and went the extra mile to get props for my Disney themed wedding. He played Disney songs so the young children were up dancing and singing. I have the wedding I always wanted and Sean made that happen. A proper family orientated wedding. RAY HENNESSYAmazing and so much fun –could not have asked for better. CLAIRE DUKESean thank you so much for going above and beyond to making our day as special as it was. You were there from the crack of dawn and the last man to leave. Music selection was out of this world getting everyone up on the dance floor. The inflatable marquee and the stage looked incredible, we will highly recommend you to anyone. NICOLA HADAWAYSOS ENTERTAINMENT 15Weding

PLATINUM PACKAGE £1,750SHARE THE LOVE WITH YOUR GUESTS, THANKS TO OUR PERFECT PLATINUM PACKAGE.DJ and basic DJ set upMagic Mirror (2 hours)Post Box or Wishing WellLED dance floor (10ft x 10ft)5ft light up LOVE lettersSweet cart with 10kg sweetsProsecco/Champagne wall (wall only, drink not supplied)Mr & Mrs; Mrs & Mrs or Mr & Mr cubesVenue Up-lightsPyrotechnics x 2Low laying fog for first danceDoughnut wallCupcake standSweet stand – can be used for Ferrero Chocolates or wedding favoursBRONZE PACKAGE £500A LOW BUDGET OPTION WITH HIGH QUALITY SERVICE.DJ and basic DJ set upMagic Mirror (2 hours)Post Box or Wishing WellSILVER PACKAGE £750UPGRADE TO SILVER, AND LET YOUR CELEBRATION SPARKLE.DJ and basic DJ set upMagic Mirror (2 hours)Post Box or Wishing WellLED dance floor (10ft x 10ft)GOLD PACKAGE £1,250GOING FOR GOLD WITH OUR MOST POPULAR PACKAGEDJ and basic DJ set upMagic Mirror (2 hours)Post Box or Wishing WellLED dance floor (10ft x 10ft)5ft light up LOVE lettersSweet cart with 10kg sweetsProsecco/Champagne wall (wall only, drink not supplied)WeddingPackagesSOS ENTERTAINMENT16 Weding

DIAMOND PACKAGE £2,000OUR ULTIMATE WEDDING PARTY PACKAGE.DJ and basic DJ set upMagic Mirror (2 hours)Post Box or Wishing WellLED dance floor (10ft x 10ft)5ft light up LOVE lettersSweet cart with 10kg sweetsProsecco/Champagne wall (wall only, drink not supplied)Mr & Mrs; Mrs & Mrs or Mr & Mr cubesVenue Up-lightsPyrotechnics x 2Low laying fog for first danceDoughnut wallCupcake standSweet stand – can be used for Ferrero Chocolates or wedding favoursWhite wedding bouncy castleOUTDOOR WEDDING PACKAGE £2,000CREATE A MEMORABLE PARTY OUTDOORS.DJ and basic DJ – choice of stage or disco ball set upInflatable marqueeVenue Uplights x 10 – adds a glow to the marquee after darkPyrotechnics x 2Low laying fog for first danceMagic Mirror (2 hours)Post Box or Wishing Well5ft light up LOVE lettersSweet cart with 10kg sweetsProsecco/Champagne wall (wall only, drink not supplied)Choice of Ferrero Rocher swan or couple stand (sweets not supplied)Doughnut wall (cakes not supplied)Cupcake stand (cakes not supplied)Please note that the LED dance floor is not available for outdoor useSOS ENTERTAINMENT 17Weding

Live musicWedding photographyKaraokeLive streaming & enhanced digital displayChildren’s soft play & entertainmentPA and MC servicesOutdoor seating & marqueeAdd-ons & bespoke packages Ask Sean about…SOS ENTERTAINMENT18 Weding

Come and find out more at 2021 wedding fairs in KentCome and meet Sean and see some of the fantastic SOS Entertainment wedding hire services and equipment…Sunday 12th September 2021Beckenham Place Mansion, Beckenham, BR3 1SY11:00 – 3:00SUNDAY 10th October 2021Meridian Hall, East Grinstead, RH19 3RT11:00 - 3:00SOS ENTERTAINMENT 19Weding