Officiants

Microphones

Our DJs supply at least one clip on lapel for the officiant.

Let us know what your officiant is wearing - pockets appreciated!

If no pockets are available, the receiver (pictured here) may be clipped to the back of a dress or garment.

We have reputable windscreens on our omnidirectional lapels though if possible, turn your back to the wind. If there are head-on winds, your DJ can mix out some of the noise.

When consistent winds are present, a directional handheld mic may be recommended.

<— DON’T DO THIS!!

Lapel microphones are omnidirectional

If booked for just 1 mic, the officiant should stand near the couple during their vows while the DJ adjusts for volume.

Let us know if you foresee the need for additional mics!

A second mic is included in some packages or can be added;

  • either an additional lapel for the groom / vows

  • or a handheld mic for guest readings.

Please let us know beforehand if…

  • Your officiant prefers a handheld microphone

  • You would like a mic stand

    • These are generally discouraged by visual media artists - organic looks preferred!

    • Sometimes unavoidable

      • ex; 7 blessings in Jewish wedding ceremonies

Officiant’s Script

We kindly request the officiant’s script be shared around the Monday prior so that our DJ may follow along day-of. This helps with cuing the recessional music as well as any music within (unity candle, marriage license, mixing of sands, etc).

Furthermore, day-of we are more attentive to the quality of sound than the words that fill it! Given the chance to read it beforehand provides an opportunity for us to get to know the couple.

We understand some full time officiant’s may not be comfortable sharing their intellectual property. Although the full script is preferred, an outline of the order of events can suffice. The last line of each before specific cues is much appreciated as well.

Officiant’s Welcome
(before the processional)

‘Put your phones away!’

Often the officiant will not be a part of the processional song, entering beforehand to whatever music is already playing.

We can then fade down the music for a few words;

Thank you all for coming to day, it means a lot to ____ & ____. We have a talented team of professional photographer(s) and/or videographer(s) who will, frankly, take better photos than you will with your phones!

Please take a moment to silence your phones so that we all may be present in the moment. Without further adieu…[processional music begins].

Sometimes after the couple arrive at the altar the officiant may announce one chance to take photos. The couple strike a pose, people snap their photos, and then phones are tucked away.

Please Rise / *Please Be Seated*

  • If “please be seated” is forgotten guests will often stand until told otherwise!‍ ‍

    • Uncomfortable for guests, cumbersome for photographers :)If applicable - LGBTQ weddings may have unique, creative processionals

  1. “Please Rise” after the processional, just before the bride’s entrance

  2. “Please be seated” once the ceremony begins

    • Likely after the Father of the Bride gives their blessing, the bride has had her dress adjusted and passed her bouquet to a bridesmaid.

Move to the side as you announce the first kiss!

After the recessional…

The DJ or the officiant can make an announcement:

“Immediate friends and family, please stick around for portraits.

All other guests, the bar is open and hors d’ouevres are on the way.”

Need Inspiration?

Check out our Ceremony Videos!

The officiants in the two videos above are full time wedding vendors. More videos, some featuring first time officiants, are available on our Multicam Video page.

Ordained Online?

This next section is from some time ago - we’re not sure what the laws are at this moment, Colorado is pretty lenient - you can have your marriage license signed by your dog’s paw!

If applicable, here are a few links offering online ordination: