Your Wedding Deserves A DJ Who Gets It!
$1,500 starting price
OH, PA, WV & available to travel
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Jack Helbig
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (11X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Your wedding deserves a DJ who actually gets it.
- No dated line dances or music soundtrack;
- No obnoxious & unnecessary talking on the mic;
- No props or "shtick";
- No Cheese;
- No Stress!
I'm Jack Helbig & I do things differently. It's a simple as that. From my exclusive "Non-Cheesy, Non-Obnoxious" branding to my overall unique approach, philosophy & attitude towards wedding DJ entertainment, I'm a breath of fresh air from the typical wedding DJ/MC that exists today.
The weddings I DJ/MC are "relaxed, inclusive, organic & Fun!" Mainly in part because I do NOT believe in berating guests to "get on the dance floor." Whether it's dancing the night away (or being a "pop-up" dancer) or simply engaged in conversations, food & drink, I want everyone to have a great time doing what THEY feel like doing.
My weddings are all about relaxation, inclusion, an organic vibe, and most importantly, FUN! My focus is on ensuring everyone enjoys themselves, whether they're dancing the night away or simply relishing in food, drinks, and conversations with family and friends.
What you won't get are embarrassing antics, dated soundtracks, cheesy lighting, having a your wedding "handed off" to another DJ, or a DJ who steals the spotlight by constantly talking on the mic-- which are all common occurrences with big box/high volume and amateur DJs.
As a boutique DJ/MC, I believe in offering my couples a very personalized service to get them the reception *they* want...NOT the reception I think they should have (like other DJ services).
I am based in Northeast Ohio, but I do travel to all of Ohio and outside of Ohio, too (with NO travel charges to neighboring states).
Let's start planning your Non-Cheesy, Non-Obnoxious vision today!
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Jack Helbig
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Like most DJs who do this as a "side gig", This industry IS (& always has been) my career. In addition to on-air, I also possess radio programming experience. You'll be hard-pressed finding a REAL DJ/MC with this type of overall industry experience as I possess. As a "sole proprietor" pro DJ/MC., I'm NOT one of these "big box"-type DJ companies/services. My couples love they're getting ME and no one else! I love what I do and have a tremendous passion for this industry! I consider it an honor to DJ/MC a weddin
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5.0
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Jack received glowing reviews from multiple couples for his DJ services at their weddings. Couples praised his professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to keep the party going. Jack's playlists and ability to read the room were highly appreciated, with guests staying on the dance floor throughout the night. His communication, organization, and personalized touches, such as incorporating vows into music, were highlighted as making the wedding experiences truly special. Couples highly recommended Jack for any DJ occasion due to his exceptional services and dedication to creating memorable moments.
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Alexis C
5.0
12/31/2024
Jack did a great job DJing our wedding! He was very conscious of our requests, and brought a fun vibe to the dance floor and MC. We enjoyed having him there and would recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding DJ! And he came highly recommended by our venue
Ryan C
5.0
12/28/2024
Frank was a true partner during our wedding planning and on our day. He worked with us on song selection (there were a couple of songs we couldn't think of), helped fine-tune the schedule of events and worked with our photographer and venue to iron out the details and make sure they were all on the same page. We kept the song selection up to him as much as we could, providing some "dos" and "don't" and he did the rest. We got several comments on the music after the fact from both friends and family, so he managed to please both crowds. I'd highly recommend Jack to anyone.
Vendor response 12/28/2024
Thanks, Ryan (although you mentioned your photographer LOL). Every vendor was a joy to wo...
rk with. You guys were great couples & your guests were so much fun. All the best to the two of you.
Any questions?
Aaron K
5.0
12/09/2024
Jack made our special day the absolute best! He can read a room!! Played all the songs we requested and vibed off everyone’s energy. All of our guests couldn’t leave the dance floor ! His timing was perfect and I had zero stress because of how much I trusted his judgement. Plus, he came highly recommended from a colleague who hired Jack to DJ her wedding several years ago.
Vendor response 12/28/2024
Thank you so much, Aaron! I was honored to DJ/MC your reception and I'm so happy you and ...
your guests had a great time. Best wishes to you two!
Serena N
5.0
11/20/2024
Don't bother looking for any other DJ!!!
We truly cannot say enough about having Jack DJ/MC our May 2024 wedding. We both have large families and friends, all of whom like to dance and party. After the initial phone call with Jack, we were very happy with our choice. He played such a mix of music, all of which we loved. We gave him a small list of songs we absolutely wanted to hear, but wanted him to also do his own thing, which we are so glad we did! He is so professional, so on top of the music and can read the room perfectly. The dance floor was packed ALL night long – and most of our guests stayed the entire night. Even on a Monday night when many had to work the next day!! My only disappointment was that we couldn't have Jack for longer! You absolutely will not regret booking Jack. TRUST ME!!!
Vendor response 12/28/2024
Thanks so much for your very kind words. You would think it was a weekend...that's how mu...
ch your friends and family came to party!! I had a blast and wish you two nothing but the best! Thanks for the honor of DJ/MC your wedding.
Amanda J
4.0
11/14/2024
Jack is very thorough and seems to care about his reputation a lot, which is a good thing. However, he initially came off as cocky in our conversations via email, not always a bad thing, but not a great first impression. Overall, he was a good DJ, but did not live up to the hype he creates for himself. Here are my main complaints:
1. He INSISTED on our final meeting before the reception being over a video call, which I had to do during our rehearsal for the wedding(our wedding was a different day than the reception), so I did not get to partake in my own rehearsal because even though he insisted, and only had limited days/times he could have said call, he was still about 10 minutes late getting on the call. Then, while there was one thing that we ended up changing for the reception, it was 100% something that could have been addressed via Email rather than the insisted upon video call.
2. He was late to his own calls not once but twice. The first call we had to completely reschedule because he just never called at the agreed upon time. The 2nd was for the final video call.
3. He put a LOT of pressure on me to give a "welcome speech" to the guests, which I told him originally we weren't going to do because my mother was going to address it in her speech, then I agreed to when he kept pushing it. Then during the actual reception I told him my mother would be giving it rather than my husband and I (because we both have social anxiety, so my mother volunteered) he actually tried to insist my husband and/or I do it and gave a look when I told him otherwise. This, to me, was very unprofessional. If a client says no to something, or that something is to be done a certain way(within reason), that should be the end of it.
4. He just wasn't as good as he makes himself sound. I feel that any other professional DJ would have done the same job, and while I understand his "no cheese" philosophy, he could have interacted with the crowd at least a little. The most he did was when he HAD to for things like the garter toss and such. He did have a fun idea for the garter toss, however I believe even that should have been something we discussed BEFORE the reception, not something he suggested/asked me during the reception. My answer beforehand would have been different than the answer during, due to my anxiety.
Something I think he should definitely give more thought to is how pushy he is about the things he believes should/shouldn't happen during a reception and he needs to maybe do some learning on dealing with clients who have things such as anxiety since his entire profession is dealing with people.
5. Perhaps my biggest issue is that he played (nearly)ALL of our personal requests in order at the very beginning of the reception. My husband suggested maybe because they weren't "dancing" songs, but regardless of what the DJ's personal taste is on what is or isn't a "dancing" song should not come into play. I missed some of my favorite songs as well as some that are special to my husband and I, because we had to go out to take sunset photos and the DJ didn't disperse the songs at all, aside from a couple that were more upbeat.
Overall, he was a good DJ, but just that. Good. Not great. Not excellent. He played good music, but any DJ could put together a list from our generation of music the same way. He is not a terrible price for a professional DJ, but I don't think he was worth how much we paid. I'd choose someone else(friendlier) in a redo.
Vendor response 11/20/2024
Hi Amanda, thank you for your review.
First off, I sincerely apologize about how you fel...
t at the end of the evening and how you perceived I came across. It’s my intention to never come across that way and I need to make some adjustments. I must say I was completely taken by surprise to read this. I know when I checked in throughout the evening both of you were saying you were happy and were having a good time. I had no idea whatsoever during the entire evening that something was amiss (because I would have made adjustments at that time) as none of this was ever brought to my attention.
With that said, I do need to unpack this and address what was stated – especially based on how the night went & how complementary you both were at the end of the night – as this I was taken by surprise to read this and not a true representation.
SOCIAL ANXIETY: I did not know about this as this is something that I would definitely remember & note (just like when couples tell me they don’t like being in the spotlight). When I’m aware of situations like that, I actually suggest things that would keep the “spotlight” off of the couple. I even tell couples that I have an approach where you do NOT have to do everything in a reception “just because” it’s a wedding reception.
I do not recall “pressuring” or “pushing” either of you to do a “welcome” speech as that is not me & how I do things. In fact, I tell every couple when I ask that it’s not something you have to do & *if you choose* to do it, it doesn’t have to be scripted. But I make it a point to say – several times – it’s not something you have to do. I do apologize that you felt pressured & came across that way.
FINAL CONSULTATION: There are some misrepresentations regarding this – including the claim about a missed rehearsal. We had agreed on the original final consultation for Tuesday, October 29 at 6:30PM. When it came time to scheduling our final consultation the week prior to the wedding, you had responded to an auto-generated email reminder (about finishing up planning forms & the deadline to do so – which were not completed – & schedule a final consultation), stating “I won't be able to do it that Tuesday at all or Monday after 6. Any other day should be fine.” I suggested Wednesday, October 30th at 6:30pm. You had responded “Yeah! That should be fine!”
Then, a few minutes after you sent that response, you sent an email stating “Oh actually we might be having our rehearsal then now that I'm thinking about it. Our actual wedding is the 31st. Can you do it any earlier or Tuesday?” We agreed on Tuesday evening 10/29.
The day before a final consultation, the system is set-up to send out an email reminder the day before that states meeting time & date AND that it would be virtual (it’s in bold). That email also contains a link to connect virtually AND a phone number to call to connect as a phone call if virtual is not possible..
On the evening of our virtual meeting, I logged on at 6:30pm and stayed on for 30 minutes. At no time during that did you connect. I then sent an email stating we needed to reschedule and we rescheduled for the following day (Wed 10/30/24 at 6:30pm). You said this time was fine. I did send an email that I was running 10 minutes late because of traffic after dropping my son off at practice.
The only time you mentioned your rehearsal was setting up the original consultations and we scheduled around it. But, you stated you missed your rehearsal and that is simply NOT TRUE because we scheduled around that on another day.
I schedule virtual final consultations because that gives us a chance to connect & meet “virtually” and discuss everything that way. I never do final consultations via email because they are very impersonal & it doesn’t allow us to develop any kind of connection (which is very important for a wedding). Plus, it allows us to discuss much more and the intricacies, etc. that can’t really be done via email.
GARTER REMOVAL COMMENTS: As far as the garter removal element, the way I did it is something I sometimes *suggest* on the spot depending on how the crowd is and the couple. Since the crowd was really into stuff, I suggested it before we did it (and I did not ask “on the mic”; it was between you and I). Again, if I had any knowledge of social anxiety, I never even would’ve suggested doing the garter removal the way we did (plus, if I remember correctly, your spouse had some props during the garter removal).
MUSIC/MC COMMENTS: As far as the comments about this music – and this is something I’m very particular and specific about based on my overall experience – majority of the songs you two has listed as either “Gotta Hear” & “Would Be Cool If We Heard These” were not dancing songs (and part of my planning process is telling couples to consider non-danceable stuff that they’d like to hear during dinner). So, of course, the music listed that fit during the dinner portion was played during that time (and to clarify even more: Unless the couple is there and/or they want a particular format, songs couples list are NOT played during the cocktail reception because the couple is generally not there. Couples are aware of this)
Out of the (almost) 40 songs listed, ABOUT 6 of them were straight-up dance songs. It has nothing to do with my “personal taste” (as I’m not there to play songs I like), it’s about programming the proper soundtrack – especially when the couple provides songs they “gotta hear.” In regards to the claim about special songs that were missed, none of these songs were noted accordingly by the couple on the planning form. When they’re noted, I make it a point to ensure the couple is going to be in the room (I also generally go up to the couple to let them know so they don’t leave the room).
IN FACT, one of the things I make a point to ask during the final meeting is if there are any songs that are listed are intended to be for slow dances.
There was a song by Yung Gravy (“Betty”) that was noted on the form as a favorite of your son. I started to play it and when I realized he wasn’t in the room and people went to get him, I had some fun with it and played something else (and said something along the lines of “we’ll play that when he gets in here”). And I did play it later and acknowledged it as “for” your son.
Part of my style – and it’s very apparent & further clarified during an initial phone call – that I am NOT a MC that constantly talks on the mic like most wedding DJs. If I’m opening up the mic, it’s to make an announcement of some sort that is actually needed or to mention a dedication or a request. I never talk on the mic “just to talk.” That is part of my branding and is well known by all of my couples (and a huge appeal). I execute a more “relaxed” and fun vibe without the constant (and generally) unnecessary talking on the mic. Again, all of this is well-known to couples as it’s on my website & I further state.
Also, part of my planning with my couples is asking what type of crowd it is (if it's a dancing crowd or more chill as I do not go into each wedding with the same mindset). My philosophy, unlike most DJs that berate guests, is that all of the guests enjoy doing what they’re doin. I was told it was mostly going to be a chill crowd. And, for the most part, they were (as they were also hanging out on the back patio area, too); when it’s a chill crowd, I adapt accordingly. I execute a more “relaxed” and fun vibe without the constant (and generally) unnecessary talking on the mic. Again, all of this is well-known to couples as it’s on my website & I further state.
If people requested stuff, I played it (unless it was on a do not play list. And that was the case with some songs requested that were on your list).
As was acknowledged, I am thorough because I truly care about each couple’s wedding that I do. I state to all of my couples that “I treat your wedding as if it were my own” (and another reason I do final consultations the way I do because developing a connection between the parties is pertinent to a successful event.
Yes, I do care about my reputation as a sole proprietor, which is why I feel to respond as the review isn’t an actual representation of what happened & just an blatantly unfair attack. Especially when none of this was ever brought to my attention & when asked during the night, was told the complete opposite (which is why reading this review shocked me so much & somewhat question where it came from). It doesn’t serve a purpose to bring up alleged issues up after the fact (not to mention, my contract clearly states that a couple shall bring up any issues during an event so they can be addressed on the spot). The last thing I would EVER want is knowing that at the end of the night a couple was feeling like this way.
And believe me, I am one to take responsibility if I knowingly mess up (like if a couple is shy/doesn’t want to be the center of attention AND I still do things that do that – and more, or if I did not play any of the songs the couple wanted to hear) – I would deserve to get called out & I would accept responsibility. But, that was not the case here because that is NOT the person I am, and it would go completely against what I stand for and why I do what I do. All of my other reviews back that up!
Again, I am so sorry that you felt the way you did. I really wish I knew as both of you were telling you were having fun/good time & at the end of the night were very complimentary. I truly left the venue at the end of the night believing that.
I will take a look at some processes, make adjustments (as it’s always good to if some things need to be tweaked, etc) & consider adding some stuff to my forms to further assist in planning in the future.
Nonetheless, I really enjoyed working with you two & really had a good time entertaining you two & your guests.. Plus, the Halloween theme was awesome. Again, I apologize and will take what was stated and make adjustments. All the best to the two of you!
Heather K
5.0
9/22/2024
Jack was wonderful from start to finish. He is very very thorough and pays attention to the smallest details. I was worried about hiring a DJ because we did not want someone that would talk all night or guilt trip people into getting out onto the dance floor and after our first call with Jack I know that I had nothing to worry about . He worked with our day of coordinator to make sure the ceremony went off without any issues. Jack went above and beyond and was the perfect choice as our DJ. I cannot recommend him enough!
Vendor response 11/20/2024
Hi Heather & thank you so much for the kind words. I really had a good time entertaining ...
you two and your guests. All of the best to you two.
Angel R
5.0
7/29/2024
We hired Jack for our 25th Anniversary party, and I’m so glad we did! He was easy to work with, and the communication was excellent! He was very professional and personable, and really engaged our guests.
His playlist was not only what we wanted, but the suggestions he made to make our music entertainment even more enjoyable for the guests were spot on. We had several guests complimenting us, and even Jack directly.
We will definitely hire Jack again for upcoming family weddings and parties! Thank you, Jack!
Vendor response 11/20/2024
Thank you so much and you did a great job with all of the decorations. I am really glad y...
ou two had a good time and that you two -- and your guests -- enjoyed themselves.
MJ K
5.0
1/06/2024
Jack DJ'd our wedding reception and we were so pleased to have him. He kept our guests on the dance floor and kept the energy lively and fun! He really listened to the kind of music we liked and wanted. We had two family members who played a song each on their guitars and Jack was kind enough to lend them a mic for them to do so.
He was the MC also for the reception and even with some challenging names, he was able to announce them all properly and correct.
Jack was friendly, knowledgeable, personable, and really great to work with. I would recommend Jack for any DJ occasion.
Kirsten W
5.0
1/01/2024
When planning a wedding we wanted to make sure the person we discussed our plans with was the same one we had with us on our wedding day and that is exactly what we got! Responsive, proactive, and kept the party going! Our friends had an awesome time and DJ J Helbig made our first dance extra special by inserting part of our vows into the music. Whole-heartedly recommend
Kirsten W
5.0
12/31/2023
When planning a wedding we wanted to make sure the person we discussed our plans with was the same one we had with us on our wedding day and that is exactly what we got! Responsive, proactive, and kept the party going! Our friends had an awesome time and DJ J Helbig made our first dance extra special by inserting part of our vows into the music. Whole-heartedly reccommend!
Courtney M
5.0
12/30/2023
While wedding planning is stressful, Jack absolutely made the process much easier and set my mind at ease prior to the big day. I had no idea where to start with a day-of timeline, and he was very helpful and accommodating while navigating exactly how we wanted our perfect day to flow! Not to mention, the online planning portal made it a breeze to be able to add/edit/delete anything when I changed my mind 100 times. Everything went perfectly and I can’t say enough great things about how professional and kind he was!
Kelly S
5.0
12/30/2023
Jack did an AMAZING job at our wedding. He is professional and incredibly helpful. His vast
knowledge of the music industry and his outgoing personality was exactly what we were looking
for. Jack listened to what we wanted and came up with an incredible playlist for the evening. His
charisma and passion for what he does is so undoubtedly noticeable. We had so many
compliments from guest about Jack. I would recommend him to everyone. There is nobody
better!
Audrey S
5.0
11/28/2023
If we could give Jack 20,000 stars, we would!! Justin and I's wedding was, for lack of better words, incredibly magical. Jack was SO helpful from beginning to end, and honestly did so much more for us and our big day than we expected.
For example, because I was away all morning getting ready with my bridesmaids, I wasn't able to see how the venue looked until the reception time (it took a whole village of family members to put it all together... needless to say I was worried, lol...) but Jack was so thoughtful and proactively-thinking, that he recommended to us privately that my husband and I do a "first-look" of our reception room.... and my goodness, he was right –– and it's a beautiful moment that I'll cherish forever, and getting to enjoy the room before having to tend to all of our guests later. Jack facilitated everything that night so professionally, but also created so many laughs and smiles that we'll never forget. We would 100x over choose Jack for his services, and truly can't appreciate him enough for his part in our day. It was truly our style, and NO CHEESE as he says, lol.
He thoroughness and attention to detail was such a sigh of relief, and truly felt like we were in great hands and had one less thing to worry about. THANK YOU JACK!!
Nicolette M
5.0
10/09/2023
Highly recommend working with Jack!! We got a lot of compliments about him from guests and other vendors who were at the wedding - he really did keep people dancing all night. We also loved how thorough the planning meeting we had with him as well as the online portal where we could plug in all of our info, special songs and playlist recommendations. It helped keep us super organized!
Danielle G
5.0
10/03/2023
Jack is so incredibly professional and detail oriented. He made sure everything from a music and sound standpoint when off without a hitch. He was very detailed about what we were looking for, the schedule for the day, and music choices. Ceremony and reception music was perfect.
Samantha B
5.0
9/08/2023
Jack was great, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a dj. We had many meetings beforehand and he had a website that really help organize things. He was great and helped us rest easy on our wedding day plus bonus points for his suit matching our wedding colors!
Heath H
5.0
12/31/2022
Jack was amazing for our wedding, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a dj for a wedding or any other event. In the leadup we had multiple video conversations with him, and his website for song requests was well put together and a great idea. These are just a couple examples of how Jack goes above and beyond. He also is great on the day as far as handling the process and flow of things. Again, Jack would be a big recommend from us for any occasion.
Vanessa H
5.0
12/31/2022
Jack is talented, detailed, and so fun to have at your wedding! He made the night! And totally lived up to the "no cheese." He guided us with the timeline and the things we were unsure of. He was relaxed but also didn't let anything slip by! He went with the flow and advised us to do the same and it was PERFECT. He listened to our requests and all of our guests loved him. They danced until 11pm and would have kept on if we could. He had the perfect playlist for our guests! Thank you so much, Jack!
Brett M
5.0
12/28/2022
We had a lot of anxiety about planning our own wedding in October 2022, particularly finding a DJ who would be able to keep the party going (it was a Sunday wedding!) in addition to staying organized and delivering on our vision for the ceremony/reception. After attending another wedding earlier in the year where Jack was the DJ, we immediately requested his information from the bride and reached out.
Jack met with us twice in the several months leading up to the wedding. First, we met after reaching out to go over our expectations and to explore his website where we could add music and other details to customize the ceremony/reception. We then met roughly two weeks before the wedding in October where Jack went over all of the little details that had been stressing us out (i.e. schedule, name pronunciations, special dance songs, ceremony entrance/exit songs, reception introductions, etc.). Jack was extremely accessible, patient, and understanding and was committed to making sure everything went as we had imagined.
Finally, the big day came and Jack delivered in a huge way. He arrived at the venue and sought out the venue staff and our minister to confirm logistics and ensure that the schedule was kept as closely as possible (given the expected wedding day chaos). In addition to providing the music for the ceremony/reception, he helped organize our wedding party, made introductions to the reception, and MC'd for all the toasts/speeches, special dances, and cake cutting.
Through his website and through conversations leading up to the wedding, the music was perfectly catered to us and our friends and family. It was a Sunday wedding and Jack had our guests on the dance floor right up until the very end. He then helped coordinate our exit from the venue.
In the weeks following the wedding, we received several compliments from friends and family who had a blast and were blown away with how much dancing there was on a Sunday. Everyone raved about Jack's ability to keep folks on the dance floor, while we raved about Jack's ability to keep us on schedule, stop us from worrying over the minute details, and allow us to simply enjoy the moment.
That's all to say that we have nothing but great things to say about Jack and highly recommend him. If you are looking for a DJ that can keep the party going AND allow you to step back, take a breath, and enjoy the moment, Jack is the man for the job.
Christina C
5.0
10/10/2022
Jack was such a big help and the best DJ for our wedding. He takes time to get to know you as a couple and your musical interests. He made custom song mixes, and musical cuts to long songs to make the day unique and run smoother. Although he is not a “hype” DJ, he kept our party going and made all housekeeping announcements for our guests.
He even took the time to look at our wedding colors and plan his outfit accordingly, which was so sweet.
I would recommend using Jack as a DJ.
Jinger M
5.0
9/14/2022
Jack is just as he says - no cheese! Jack was very hands on and accomodating to the music that we wanted for both the ceremony and reception. He was easy to work with and knows his stuff. He kept the party going all night. Thank you, Jack!
Katherine M
5.0
8/23/2022
Jack was AMAZING! He was very patient and accommodating, considering we had no clue what we were doing and we’re from out of town. He arrived early, helped way more than he should have, helped organize the wedding party and even requested the salads be served to guests because photos went past the cocktail hour. Absolutely wonderful experience with him and would recommend to everyone who needs a Dj! I can’t express how grateful I am to have had him help keep everything on track, he’s such a wonderful, patient person!
Melissa D
5.0
7/27/2022
The J Helbig No Cheese Boutique DJ was outstanding from beginning to end. When he says "no cheese" he certainly means it and we appreciate it. He made the entire planning process very easy for us. We appreciated all of his input and advice. He is very thorough and knows exactly how to read a wedding. Our guests enjoyed every second of our wedding reception and we had an absolute blast. We couldn't get people off of the dance floor. We were able to give him a general idea about what we wanted but he was able to fill in the blanks and made it very special. He kept to the natural flow of the wedding reception and his experience shined throughout the night. We are so happy that we chose J Helbig and he is HIGHLY recommended. Definitely did an amazing job and would hire again without reservations.
Ana S
5.0
4/26/2022
Jack did a great job DJing during our reception and ceremony! He really took the time to talk with us and get thorough details about what we wanted for the day and I really appreciated that as our vision was complete thanks to him. Everything went off without a hitch!
Athena V
5.0
12/31/2021
Jack was a fantastic DJ who truly personalized the experience at our wedding. He had everyone engaged throughout the event, and he was extremely professional through the entire process! I would recommend him to anyone looking for a professional, engaging, and awesome dj for their event!
Andrew V
5.0
12/30/2021
Jack truly is one of the best and is great at what he does. He really knows how to run a wedding and does it without putting any additional stress on you.
Brigitte M
5.0
11/07/2021
Jack was great to work with. His planning tools and song request website is a great touch. He kept everything running smoothly and made sure everyone had a great time! We loved that he wasn't pushy with the crowd and let everyone have fun how they seemed fit. We also really appreciated his approach to not having tacky/cliche songs. I got so many compliments from our guests about him!
Monica M
5.0
10/20/2021
Jack was very thorough and kept our reception running smoothly. We met a few times to go over details and he kept us updated through email. I would highly recommend him for your wedding DJ needs!
Dez C
5.0
9/12/2021
DJ Jack is HANDS DOWN the best DJ you'll find in the area. My husband and I are really into music, and after searching around for a DJ that would make us and all of our guests party all night long, we found Jack -- it was a match made in heaven!
A wedding was a month ago, but our guests still talk about how phenomenal the music! 90s throwbacks, Cardi B, Roddy Rich, and more, our guests were stunned at how Jack felt the vibe and adjusted. It was a full dance floor the entire night, and that's exactly what we wanted. He was a wonderful MC, and was so kind and knowledgable in our planning meetings.
We couldn't be happier with our experience with him, and we're sure you will too!
Kristen H
5.0
8/22/2021
Jack was amazing for our wedding, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a dj for a wedding or any other event. In the lead up we had multiple video conversations with him and his website for song requests was well put together and a great idea. These are just a couple examples of how Jack goes above and beyond. He did a great job of handling the process and flow of things. Our guests raved about the playlist and the dance floor was packed all night. We'd recommend Jack to anymore - - you won't regret it.
my d
5.0
8/17/2021
Thank you to Jack. We were so worried our day would turn out boring but Jack made it amazing! He was very professional, on time, and just great with handling anything thrown at him! The music was great and everyone wanted a part 3 to our wedding. if it wasn't the great music and mc'ing he did, we're not sure how our day would have turned out. Thank you so much for making our day great and will definitely be recommending you to everyone we know.
Yuliya S
5.0
7/27/2021
Jack was so great to work with and helped us have our dream wedding. We were really nervous about finding the right DJ because we were having an Albanian-Ukrainian wedding. Jack was able to play almost all of the songs we wanted. He also helped the reception run smoothly. Fantastic DJ!
Sarah B
5.0
7/05/2021
We couldn't have picked a better Dj to help celebrate our night. due to Covid we had to reschedule our reception date and Jack made the process so much better. If you are looking for a Dj that will go above and beyond then look no further! Jack will not disappoint!
Annie B
5.0
6/03/2021
The big three priorities for our wedding was great food, authentic beer, and rocking music. Jack absolutely knocked it out of the park for our wedding reception last weekend! We are big on rock and ska, and let him know that the vast majority of our guest-list was going to dance all night if they had the chance, and they really did. He was able to get a sense of the crowd and adapt a perfect playlist off of music we had suggested, and just kept it going seamlessly throughout the night. Very easy to work with and super responsive to any questions or ideas you may have!
Dyana R
5.0
2/06/2021
I can't say enough great things about Jack! He was so easy to work with from the very beginning and made us feel so comfortable and confident in our DJ choice, and we didn't even get to meet face to face until the day of our wedding! He is very invested in your day and pays close attention to details to make sure everything is perfect; he knows the whole day's itinerary, coordinates with the wedding coordinator, and helps direct everything. I never expected a DJ to be so dedicated and show such professionalism in that regard. He really goes above and beyond. We had such a great time and Jack played a huge part in it! Thank you Jack for everything!
Alexandra B
5.0
11/02/2020
Our original DJ had to cancel the week of our wedding due to Covid. Jack was referred to us and he did a great job getting everything together in about 48 hours. Even the day before, he confirmed everything (music, names, other info) to make sure everything was right. He provided for our ceremony & reception and did not miss a beat. He was very organized, kept everything flowing, put me at ease and did a great job.
Victoria S
5.0
10/29/2020
We could not have chosen a better DJ for our wedding than Jack! Immediately following my sisters wedding where he also was the DJ, I knew I had to have him as the DJ for my wedding as well (forget the fact I wasn’t even engaged)! Fast forward a year, and Jack was the first call I made the day following my engagement to book! He is thorough, professional, pays attention to detail, and personalizes every aspect to the couple! And let’s not forget he is a master at keeping the energy of the party going, making sure the dance floor is always full! He’s everything you’d want in a DJ, and we could not recommend him enough!
Stephanie K
5.0
10/22/2020
Jack Djd my brothers wedding a few years ago and we had a blast! I knew when we were looking for vendors that I wanted to hire him. He is very responsive to emails and takes the time to make sure he has all the details he needs to help make your day perfect. I loved the online portal he has for his clients. It makes songs selections super easy and gives you the ability to provide extra details you want.
Vendor response 10/22/2020
It was an absolute blast to entertain your friends and family (and you two) once again; ev...
eryone -- just like at your brother's wedding -- were a great time. Thanks for the kind words and for the honor to DJ/MC your wedding, along with the trust you two put in me. All the best! - Jack
Maureen B
5.0
10/16/2020
I wish we could use Jack again for our big reception next year, but he’s (not surprisingly) already booked. Jack had the perfect mix of personalizing everything for us, keeping us perfectly on schedule and helping us time our reception details perfectly, but not stealing the spotlight like I’ve seen other DJs do. He was so professional and personal in his work. His portal is awesome for recommending songs you want to hear, don’t want to hear, or that you want to dedicate to certain guests. I feel badly that our reception was cut so short and had to be so intimate because of COVID restrictions because we could have danced all night! He totally went with the flow when the plans changed and he shuffled through the best mix of music for us, mixing one song into the next. The dance floor was the most important detail of my reception and Jack made it perfect!
Vendor response 10/22/2020
I so wish I was available for your big reception as well. I really wished we could've gon...
e longer (and I know your guests would have as well). Thank you so much for your kind words and for the trust you two put in me to DJ/MC your reception. All the best to the best to the two of you! - Jack
Carolyn E
5.0
10/04/2020
Jack killed it from start to finish. In the months leading up to the wedding, he showed great attention to detail and was always accommodating, even when coronavirus made us push the wedding back several months.
The day of the wedding, he was such a great person to have around. Jack made sure he knew what was happening every moment, who was in charge of it and made sure it all went perfectly. From the ceremony to the cocktail hour to the dinner and reception, he worked hand-in-hand with our wedding coordinator to make sure it went smoothly.
Jack also crushed it with the music! He seemed to play nearly every song we had asked for and also had music videos on a projector for tons of the songs. Everyone was having such a great time, he even offered to keep playing for another 30 minutes after he was supposed to leave.
Couldn't think of anything else you could ask for in a DJ.
Thanks Jack!
Vendor response 10/22/2020
Thanks so much for the compliments, Carolyn *blushing*. I can't tell you how much fun I h...
ad fun. Everyone was so much fun, I didn't want the night to end. The weather was excellent and dancing under the stars was a hit! I was honored to be part of your day. Take care and thanks again! - Jack
Renee R
5.0
10/01/2020
Jack is an amazing Dj!
You just can’t go wrong with Jack and his DJ expertise! Jack did an amazing job at our August 8th wedding! From the very first meeting My husband and I felt very comfortable with Jack. My husband and I have very different tastes in music, and Jack was able to meld our music into a very wonderful and cohesive mix of music. Everyone of our guests had an amazing evening of dancing! We had so much fun that we asked Jack to stay longer and he happily accommodated our wishes! We had an outdoor wedding at our home with 65 people in attendance.Everything went off without a hitch.. even when we threw in some unexpected requests, Jack handled it with professional ease!! I wish I could do the wedding all over again, and if I could I would hire Jack back in a second!! Thank you Jack for making our wedding so memorable! Renee and Ed Melberg
Vendor response 10/22/2020
Thanks so much, Renee. It was truly my honor to be part of your day. Hey, if you decide to...
have a one-year anniversary, let me know LOL I really had a blast working with the two of you and everything was great. All the best!
Ryan C
5.0
8/04/2020
Jack was awesome! He brought the party, but was also a huge part in planning and staying on schedule throughout the evening. Of note too, was how great he was about informing us of updates to weddings during the uncertainty of COVID in the months and weeks leading up. Strongly recommend!
Vendor response 09/02/2020
Thanks a lot Ryan. You, Miranda and your guests were a blast. It was my honor and thanks...
for putting your trust in me. Tons of years of happiness to you two.
Abigail R
5.0
3/24/2020
Jack did an awesome job through the whole wedding process. He was very thorough and attentive as we made plans for our day. His website made planning the reception super easy and fun. The day of went as smooth as can be thanks to Jack’s orchestration of the evening. Everyone has a wonderful time. I couldn’t recommend his services more!
Vendor response 03/25/2020
Thanks so much for the kind words, Abby. It was my honor and thanks to you and Josh for p...
utting your trust in me. All the best! -Jack
Brian P
5.0
2/01/2020
My wife and I could not have been happier with Jack. From the beginning when we first contacted him, through the day of the event, he was very responsive to all questions and requests. He has a great online system that allows you to add songs and make notes regarding what you do or do not want at your event. He made time to meet up with us a couple of times before our wedding, he was extremely detailed during the entire planning process & made us very feel very relaxed. Jack was very professional and attentive, and I would recommend him to anyone!
Sarah S
5.0
1/31/2020
Thank you for making our wedding so much fun and special! We have already received many compliments from our guests about your professionalism, the music selection and your work MCing. We will recommend you highly to any couple planning their wedding, either local or at a distance.
Steven I
5.0
11/08/2019
Jack DJ'd our wedding in October and we could not have asked for more. We did not have a chance to meet Jack prior to the big day, so we were a bit nervous. However, he exceeded all expectations and helped everyone have fun - the dance floor was never empty. Jack has an incredibly high attention to detail and spends the time (days/weeks/months) prior to the big day on capturing everything the couple wants.
If you are looking for a DJ, we highly recommend Jack!
Christina C
5.0
10/28/2019
We were so glad we chose Jack to be our DJ! He is extremely easy to work with and so professional. Our guests were on the dance floor the entire night and there was never a dull or awkward moment with him. He met with us a few weeks beforehand and not only helped us figure out the plan for our music, but also helped guide us in terms of logistic planning with everything else, from the cake cutting to the timing of the toasts to first dances. It's obvious that he knows what he is doing, and there is no one I'd recommend more for a DJ. The entire reception went so smoothly because of him, and I didn't have to worry about anything other than having a good time!
Kimberly Z
5.0
9/26/2019
Jack was so wonderful to work with. We could not have asked for a more perfect DJ for our big day! From email communications, to in person meetings, to finally working together on our big day Jack is always prepared and professional. I heard 2 things about Jack throughout our wedding night and there after: 1) how professional he is and 2) how great of music he was playing! He kept the night on schedule and made sure my husband and I were able to enjoy the evening! He really is the best and we are so lucky we got to work with him. He adds many thoughtful touches throughout the wedding experience that were so meaningful as well. It’s hard to put into words how great it was to work with him. I would recommend him to absolutely anyone- he does excellent work and he’s truly a very nice guy! Thanks for making our day so fun and special, Jack!!
Maggie Z
5.0
9/10/2019
Jack did an amazing job with our wedding and we're so happy we put him in charge of our music! He provided so much more than just DJ services and helped with everything from planning the timeline to day of coordination. Our wedding was ridiculously hot without AC, but Jack still managed to fill our dance floor and everyone had a great time. Thanks so much!!
Jenna F
5.0
9/06/2019
My husband and I found Jack on The Knot and decided to book him to DJ our wedding in July. We were living in Washington state at the time, but we got married back home in Ohio. Jack was SO detailed, and so quick in replying to all questions and inquires that it made us feel very comfortable leading up to our wedding. The online planning portal he provides is very helpful, and he followed everything as planned. There were a bit of miscommunications with my final dance song, but he was able to spin it to work out. After our wedding, Jack went above and beyond to ensure that we had an amazing time. He sent us photos he received from guests, as well as MP3 files of our speeches. Looking back, I would not have done anything differently. Jack will take care if you, and he will keep the party going! Thanks, Jack!
Valerie S
5.0
8/16/2019
In addition to making sure the dance floor was packed the entire time, Jack also paid attention the little details about Joe and I. We have gotten nothing but compliments about how great the music was, and the music videos and having people text in pics for us to look at later made for a unique experience for everyone. Thank you Jack!
Lexi S
5.0
8/08/2019
There are no words. Jack exceeded every expectation. The attention to detail was unreal. I never expected that from a DJ. I remember when we were calling around at the beginning of the process - every time we called different DJ's, we talked to a different person. When we called Jack, it was him every time! This is a must!!! Talking, planning and getting to know your DJ makes such a difference. We met with him a few times throughout the planning process. He is incredibly thorough and thoughtful. He put such a personal touch on everything and the night ran smoothly. He got people dancing and had a super fun social media screen. Plus he is such a nice guy!!! Go with Jack! You wont be disappointed!
Kim B
5.0
7/30/2019
All our requests were met, and the sound quality was great but not overpowering like we've experienced as guests at other weddings. Jack did the music for our
ceremony, plus the reception. He was great to work with, arrived very early, is laid-back, and checked in with me periodically during the night to make sure all was well. Jack was extremely helpful in planning everything & extremely detailed--which fit his Boutique DJ billing perfectly ; he held it together & didn't miss a thing... which is great for someone like me who appreciates getting every detail nailed down! The
guests particularly loved the social media texting of messages and pictures being displayed on a screen. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jack Helbig to anyone I know- thanks for making our big day so perfect.
Rebecca K
5.0
7/01/2019
Jack was the best DJ we could have ever hoped for! He was attentive to our wants and questions, and was full of ideas and had a helpful insight on things we were not too familiar about. He made sure that what we wanted came first and was executed at the highest level along with maintaining a level or professionalism but also being very personable and easy to communicate with. He got the crowd interested and paying attention when needed, and also got people on the dance floor and kept the party going. We wouldn’t have traded him for anybody!
Allie K
5.0
6/27/2019
Jack is truly a wedding saver! Our original DJ ghosted us with less than 2 weeks before our wedding and we started to panic. Luckily one of our vendors highly recommended Jack and we’re so glad she did. We loved his website and when we spoke, he immediately put my full-blown stress at ease.
Jack also informed me that this DJ (Dave Ruffo) has an extensive recent history of doing this and canceling on couples under several different company names (Google him...I wish I did!!)
Jack was even helped me to get a complete refund from my credit card company as well. Jack has a detailed online planning website, great ideas and was always available to answer any questions (as the day was getting close & it felt like we were starting from scratch). At our final meeting before our wedding, he was extremely detailed and made it completely stress-free. Day of, he was flawless. We even wound up completely switching around the order of the bridal party and he nailed it. We were constantly getting compliments all night about Jack. We're STILL getting compliments!
Jack really saved our wedding – literally – and gave us a great wedding and everyone a great time. You'll have NO regrets booking Jack for your wedding !
John S
5.0
6/05/2019
We had Jack DJ and MC for our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, and he did a great job. His attention to detail was apparent from the our first meeting up through our final meeting. The planning process was aided by a handful of planning forms Jack provided, which not only gave him clarity on what we wanted in terms of itinerary, songs, specific events, etc., but they gave us a better idea of what we needed to account for in planning our day. Our ceremony and reception were at the same venue, but our ceremony was outdoors while our reception was indoors, and Jack had the equipment and the skill to transition between the two seamlessly. At our reception, Jack got the crowd engaged from the moment we entered the room until the end of the night, and kept everyone out on the dance floor moving, which speaks to his experience in the broadcast industry. Throughout the whole event, he kept everything professional, and did everything he could so my wife and I could enjoy the evening without sweating the details. We wold not hesitate to recommend Jack to anyone else looking for a great wedding DJ and MC.
Katie C
5.0
4/06/2019
My husband and I choose Jack because we wanted music we love that we could dance the night away to without cheesy line dances or a lot of hype chatter from the DJ. I am from Cleveland originally but live in NYC now so I was really relying on reviews and my gut feeling to book Jack so I would never steer another bride wrong. And honestly we found the perfect person in Jack. His online planning portal and preference forms made planning so clear and easy. He also met with us twice in person (once two days before the wedding at our venue) and had a planning call with us to ensure that he understood our vision and got everything right. During the wedding he coordinated the timeline to let our guests know what was happening next, reminded them about important details like signing our guestbook and checked in (non-intrusively) throughout the night to make sure we were happy and to approve any off the wall requests which I greatly appreciated. My husband and I are in our 30s and live in NYC so our guests have been to a lot of weddings and can be hard to please but since the big day everyone has been telling us that it was the most fun wedding they have ever been to. You should definitely book Jack!
Sidney T
5.0
3/29/2019
To say that our expectations were exceeded through the whole process of our wedding working with Jack would be an understatement. Not only was he more than helpful from the start, but his professionalism and expertise provided us comfort knowing he would make our day nothing short of amazing. With all of the hoopla of the day and keeping up with schedule, we felt relaxed because of Jack & he kept all of the stress off of us. He really means it when he says that our only "responsibility" is to have fun and not worry about anything. There were things he provided that we had no clue would be part of our evening, and the tandem worked extremely well together in the transitioning of music, announcements, and overall vibrancy of the evening. When everyone that attended the wedding continually tells us that it was the best wedding they have ever been to, and that the music was perfectly put and ambiance appropriate, Jack definitely held a lot of that responsibility.
Kate B
5.0
12/20/2018
Jack went above and beyond! We got SO many compliments on the variety of music, the TV playing music videos and displaying pictures our guests could text! Everything exceeded our expectations by far!
Jason K
5.0
12/03/2018
Jack Helbig was great! Friendly and personable, as well as easy to be around. He impressed us with his professionalism and great communication. If you had any issues or questions, you could reach out to him in a number of ways, making him very easy to get a hold of (which is awesome when you're stressing about a reception). Actually, we didn't have to stress about a thing at our reception because Jack Helbig handled every last detail once we were there. When you book Jack Helbig, you're getting an excellent DJ but also an off-the-charts MC. My wife and I are avid WCPN listeners, so we were incredibly excited to have a local celebrity be a part of our wedding day. Since Jack Helbig is in the radio business, he knows his stuff about the technology he brings to the table. Having been to weddings since my own, I can say that Jack Helbig is the best-of-the-best: he reads the room, playing what everyone wants to hear and none of that other mumbo-jumbo. I recommend him to every friend couple who's in the wedding planning process. If you want the best wedding reception possible, pick Jack Helbig!
Melissa C
5.0
12/02/2018
Jack went above and beyond to make both our ceremony and reception go off without a hitch! A few months before our wedding we met with Jack to go over all of the details and specifics for our wedding which put my mind at ease that he would have everything set and under control and he did! At this meeting he also took the time to learn about us as a couple so he could make our evening more personal which was a great touch! Jack also made sure the evening went according to the timeline we discussed and that the dance floor was always full. He followed our requests for songs that must be played and songs that we didn't want to be played as well as making sure there was a variety of song speeds and genres to make sure everyone was up and dancing. After the wedding, all of our guests commented about how much fun they had and I think a big part of that was Jack and his professionalism, experience, and ability to read the crowd and know what will get them up and dancing. Personally, our favorite part of the night was dancing with our family and friends and that wouldn't have been possible without Jack. I would recommend Jack to anyone getting married!
Anthony L
5.0
11/27/2018
Jack is the exact type of person you want to be your MC/DJ. He advertises as Boutique style but with the amount of work that he puts into your wedding it more like having a cross between your best friend and older sibling be your MC/DJ. He wants to make the event to your taste and he is looking out for you.
Leah D
5.0
11/06/2018
Jack was the MC and DJ at my daughter and “new” son-in-law’s Clam Bake wedding reception on 11/3/2018. Throughout the 18 months of planning, he was always professional, responsive, and flexible. During the event he was really really good and fun!!! My daughter and her husband are thrilled with the service that he provided, and we received many compliments about him. The dance floor was packed all night!!!!
Kate A
5.0
10/27/2018