Tips To Help You Hire a Comedian

Everyone loves being in the company of people that make them laugh. Laughter truly is good for the body and soul.

Comedians are very special people because they view situations in a way others just don't. Whatever the situation or moment might be, they dig deep inside and find a treasure trove of laughter. They take this seriously funny thought and pass it on their audience. The skill lies in the audience's ability to relate to the situation and that's funny!

Comedians have practiced their talent in night clubs, television, movies, theater and radio for years. They are now moving into a new avenue for their craft, it's the world of corporations. More precisely, the corporate party, event or function.

The days of corporations throwing parties that consisted of food, drink and chatter are gone. Today corporations want entertaining, memorable events that people will take away with them. Comedians are the perfect answer for turning a party into fun filled event. So, how do you go about finding the right comedian that will meet your needs? Here are some tips that should be taken into consideration when you want to hire a comedian.

Time Should Be On Your Side:

As I'm sure you are aware, coordinating and planning a large event or party takes time. If you are also including a comedian in your plans, give yourself quite a bit more time for preparations. Professional comedians have many bookings, you will need to know what their calendar looks like. Give yourself enough time to book their services several months in advance.

References:

Any HR Department will tell you, when hiring employees, references are extremely important. This is also true when you hire a comedian. Where have they performed in the past? What have others said regarding this person's comedic abilities? Would past clients hire them again?

By using references you will get a good idea of which comedians you want to look further into.

A Sample of Their Work:

A comedian should always have a video available for you to view. In some cases, they might have a few in different situations. While viewing these videos, ask yourself if you are enjoying the performance, is he or she engaging, does he or she make you laugh? If there is an audience in the video, how are they reacting?

You also need to question whether this particular comedian's humor will work for you. Will your party's audience enjoy this type of humor or will they take offense? The last thing a corporation wants is for their participants to walk away feeling insulted or offended.

Understanding Each Other:

Comedians are not mind readers, they need to understand what you are looking for. It is up to you to make sure they clearly know where you are coming from. Once they understand your needs, they will be able to create material that is tailored to your event or party.

Communication is Critical:

Always secure a copy of their contract and read it carefully. Most professional comedians will require travel expenses and probably an upfront deposit. Their contract will probably also state what they will or will not do, so be sure to read the entire contract.

Write down and have available any questions you might have. Has the comedian answered your questions to your satisfaction? Have you answered their questions to their satisfaction?

Communication is critical in ensuring a comedian is the correct match for you.

Is It Go Time:

After you have taken all the steps necessary to find the right comedian, you only have one more consideration to take into account: Are both you and the comedian on the same page? Make a check list to be sure you have covered every possible avenue. Any further questions or concerns should be addressed now, not after you have hired someone.

In A Nutshell:

If you do your homework, taking these suggestions into consideration, you should be able to find the perfect corporate comedian for your event. Never rush into anything, you need someone that will meet your requirements and insure your party or event will be a great success.

Remember, professional comedians have many bookings and will usually need several months in advance to fit you in. They also need time to create their material for you, keep that in mind.

Comedians performing at corporate entertainment events are becoming extremely popular. Participants walk away having a good feeling about the event and also about the corporation. This can also serve as a great marketing tool. In general, people like people who can poke harmless fun at themselves and not take themselves too seriously. In this day and age, we all need a lot more humor and a lot less gloom.


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