DJ Donovan Yaukey

DJ Donovan Yaukey is a wedding entertainer based out of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, with a Mont Alto listing. He acts as DJ and master of ceremonies, and he has been performing since he was 13.

Why couples hire him

The business is LGBTQ+-owned. Donovan offers consultations to talk through your plans, and he is happy to act as MC, which matters when you want announcements, introductions and the first dance to use the right names and wording.

Services

• DJ sets for ceremony and reception
• Master of ceremonies duties
• Professional sound system
• Dance floor lights
• Personalized monograms

Working with a DJ

Give him a must-play list and a do-not-play list, and tell him how you would like to be introduced. Write down the order of the evening, including toasts, the first dance and the cake cutting.

Ask how much space he needs for equipment, what power the venue provides and how early he arrives for sound checks. Outdoor ceremonies need a plan for wind and weather.

A consultation is a good time to describe your crowd, because a mixed-age guest list needs a different flow from a late-night party.

Ask about backup equipment and what happens if he cannot attend. A written contract should name the date, hours and setup time.

Where he performs

He is based out of Shippensburg and Mont Alto in south central Pennsylvania. Ask about travel to venues farther away.

Common questions

Does he act as emcee?

Yes. He is happy to serve as MC and to direct the flow of events.

Can lighting be added?

Yes. His set can be enhanced with dance floor lights and monograms.