Business Details
We founded By Design Entertainment with a singular mission: to create unforgettable memories that reflect your unique personality on your special day. With over two decades of experience in the DJ entertainment industry, our team has refined a standard of excellence that transforms events into lifelong memories. Our co-founder, Heidi Jo Szanto, brings professional pianist expertise to elevate ceremonies and cocktail hours with live musical artistry. We specialize in comprehensive entertainment packages including DJ and MC services, custom uplighting, monogram projections, dance floor lighting, video projection, and interactive photo booths. Our fully controllable lighting systems allow us to tailor colors and effects in real time, enhancing the atmosphere from grand entrance to final dance.
We serve clients throughout Southern New Jersey and the entire Garden State, with additional availability in New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, and Florida. Every engagement begins with a no-obligation consultation to ensure our vision aligns perfectly with your expectations and budget. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, guaranteeing that we only contact you through your preferred method and never share your information. Our award-winning approach focuses on portraying your story, not ours, ensuring every detail resonates with your guests and creates genuine emotional connections. We commit to flawless execution, professional reliability, and a personalized experience that makes your celebration truly about you.
We serve clients throughout Southern New Jersey and the entire Garden State, with additional availability in New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, and Florida. Every engagement begins with a no-obligation consultation to ensure our vision aligns perfectly with your expectations and budget. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, guaranteeing that we only contact you through your preferred method and never share your information. Our award-winning approach focuses on portraying your story, not ours, ensuring every detail resonates with your guests and creates genuine emotional connections. We commit to flawless execution, professional reliability, and a personalized experience that makes your celebration truly about you.
Highlights and features
- We bring over 20 years of DJ industry expertise.
- Our award-winning services have earned regional recognition.
- We use fully controllable lighting for real-time color customization.
- Our photo booths are personally tested for maximum guest engagement.
- We guarantee transparent communication through your preferred contact method only.
Services
DJ/MC Service
Our award-winning DJ and MC service tailors music programming and event hosting to weddings, corporate functions, and milestone celebrations across the Northeast. With over two decades of industry experience, we customize playlists, manage timelines, and energize dance floors to reflect your unique personality. A complimentary consultation ensures seamless alignment with your vision and budget.
Photo Booth
Our interactive photo booth delivers instant entertainment with customizable props, touch-screen controls, and high-quality color prints for guests of all ages. Personally tested by our founders to guarantee maximum engagement, the booth becomes a focal point that captures candid memories throughout your event. Digital sharing options extend the fun beyond the celebration.
Up-Lighting
Our fully controllable up-lighting system transforms venue atmospheres with precise color matching and dynamic transitions tailored to your event's aesthetic. We adjust hues in real time from elegant dinner tones to high-energy dance floor effects, enhancing every moment without manual intervention. The result is a visually stunning environment that elevates your celebration's overall impact.
Live Pianist
Our co-founder Heidi Jo Szanto provides live piano performances for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and intimate receptions with a repertoire spanning classical, jazz, and contemporary favorites. Her professional artistry creates an elegant acoustic backdrop that enhances emotional moments and welcomes guests with sophistication. Custom song requests are accommodated to personalize your event's musical narrative.
Video Projection
Our video projection service displays custom monograms, photo montages, and branded content on screens or surfaces to personalize weddings and corporate events. We coordinate high-definition visuals with your event timeline, ensuring seamless transitions and optimal visibility for all attendees. This feature adds a distinctive storytelling element that reinforces your theme and leaves a lasting impression.
