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    Cool A quick introduction

    Hi There,

    My name is Jacob and I am based in Bristol. I started DJing when I was only 12 years old. I started by providing kids discos for friends and family. Since then I concentrated on spending all of the money I earnt into new equipment and building a good reputation for my business. In 2015 I felt confident enough to officially establish my business, having almost 3 year experience providing discos and entertainment to friends and family. I created a website, decided on how much I was going to charge and started doing gigs around Bristol. Now I provide quality entertainment services for many types of functions including Kids Parties, Teen Discos, Birthdays, Seasonal Events, School Discos & Proms.

    My current kit list is:

    Sound:
    2x Alto TS115A Speakers
    Numark CM200 Mixer
    Numark Mixtrack Platinum Controller
    W-Audio DTM 800H UHF Wireless Mics
    Kam KWM 11 VHF Wireless Mics
    Laptop Running Virtual DJ 2018

    Lighting:
    1x ADJ Mystic LED
    1x Chauvet Vue III
    2x Showtec Sunraise LED
    2x Cue Lighting Mini Spot Moving Heads
    2x Acme Cougars
    6x RGBW Pars
    1x VIVID V1 Fog Machine

    DMX:
    Eurolite DMX 512 Pro Interface
    FreeStyler x2 Software
    AKAI APC Mini Midi Controller

    Stands/Miscellaneous:
    4ft Deck Stand
    Equinox DJ Screen/Facade (White)
    Giraffe Heavy Duty Lighting Stand (T-Bar)
    6x Speaker Stands
    2x Single Sided Scrims
    2x Double Sided Scrims


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    Aside from DJing I enjoy computers, I.T and lighting. I have a very good knowledge and experience with Windows, I.T Networking, Windows Server and Computer Hardware. Currently in 2018, I attend college and I am studying Level 3 Technical Theatre. I have just finished my 1st year (2 in total) and I received a Distinction. I am very confident with DMX, lighting fixtures and Several lighting consoles/software. I also have good knowledge of sound and A.V. I looking forward with meeting fellow DJs and Thanks for reading
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    Hello Jacob. Contender for intro of the year, if not decade.
    Looks like you've made a good start, and are building on it, well done.

    Excalibur. Older than the average DJ.

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    Howdy!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Excalibur View Post
    Hello Jacob. Contender for intro of the year, if not decade.
    I second that, best I've seen yet, reminds me a bit of Charlie Brown, out in front of the booth, joining in and encouraging the kids.
    Inside every old person, is a young person wondering 'What The Hell Happened'. Tempus Fugit

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    Hey Jacob,

    You forget to mention how much you learned from watching and shadowing other local DJ's Especially at Family nights at Stockwood Community Centre.

    I suspect you learned a lot about the things you shouldn't do too

    Anyway, welcome - there's lots of people here who have a lot more experience and a lot more useful stuff to say than on certain Facebook groups.

    Julian
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    Weddings, Birthday Parties, Kids Parties, School Disco's and more
    https://julianburr.co.uk - Wedding, Family, Portrait and Product Photography

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    Quote Originally Posted by Excalibur View Post
    Hello Jacob. Contender for intro of the year, if not decade.
    Looks like you've made a good start, and are building on it, well done.

    He he, Thank you!

    Quote Originally Posted by Benny Smyth View Post
    Howdy!
    Hi Ya!

    Quote Originally Posted by Pe7e View Post
    I second that, best I've seen yet, reminds me a bit of Charlie Brown, out in front of the booth, joining in and encouraging the kids.
    Thanks! I always try to get the all kids involved and adults involved whenever possible. I've found that when they don't get involved, it's usually that they're just nervous and just need a confidence boost. When I interact with them they usually will join in. If that doesn't work then the magic word 'PRIZES' always gets them joining in
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    Quote Originally Posted by DJ Jules View Post
    Hey Jacob,

    You forget to mention how much you learned from watching and shadowing other local DJ's Especially at Family nights at Stockwood Community Centre.

    I suspect you learned a lot about the things you shouldn't do too

    Anyway, welcome - there's lots of people here who have a lot more experience and a lot more useful stuff to say than on certain Facebook groups.

    Julian
    How could I forget! I've definitely learned lots and got inspiration from You and Chaz, watching and shadowing you guys at Stockwood Community Centre. Definitely would not of got where I am today without you guys. Thanks for your help and passing NSCA Family Night on to me From what I've seen so far MDD already looks like a more useful place than those certain Facebook groups, so I'm glad I came across it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by FuntasiaDiscos View Post
    From what I've seen so far MDD already looks like a more useful place than those certain Facebook groups, so I'm glad I came across it.
    As a source of knowledge, Facebook leaves a lot to be desired. Full of folk with inflated egos, and closed minds.
    Excalibur. Older than the average DJ.

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    Welcome, from someone else who started at 12 and is now 60, so there's a long career ahead if you choose it.

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