Source: http://www.pageadvisor.com/singapore/event-planner/emcees/
Very often asked is why it is important to engage an Emcee for your events, being it a private party, corporate functions, wedding or large scale public & community event. Why not just get some senior staff who is hilarious, gregarious & outgoing to emcee the occasion?
The following are some of the reasons why we need to hire a trained professional emcee who has to perform the following duties & functions:
- Plan the Programme & Monitor the Flow
- Invite Guests from the pre-event cocktails into the ballroom for the dinner or main function
- Request Guest to be seated
- Lining up & Introducing the entire flow of activities in the precise order & protocol
- Announcing & Introducing Speakers & Ceremonies
- Announcing the first dish, toast, segment
- Inviting the guests up to dance & up to the stage for games
- Announcing the various segments and entertainment
…. And many more
The Professional emcee should be able to work with all your various suppliers and vendors to ensure all things are at the right place at the precise timing. He is also able to work with the soundman and the various entertainment artists to ensure a flawless execution. He is the “conductor” as in an orchestra.
Some emcee is even able to double up as singer, dancer or even as comedian. The act is usually impromptu, for the execution is carried out in accordance to the mood and atmosphere at that very moment.
At times, games are introduced by the emcee. It must suit the particular audience and should not be unduly rowdy or boring. A balance should be strike to avoid the extremes which will cause resentment or unhappiness among participants and the client.
Another important reason why you need to hire a professional emcee is that the overall success of your party, function or event eventually boils down to the quality of your emcee or host. The emcee has the power to create the magic in the air, the energy, the buzz of excitement for every segment of the entire event or show. Every part and process from the start to finish should culminate in the eventual wonderful experience for the occasion which should leave a good & lasting impression, and be the talk of the industry
The Emcee should ensure that the guest and attendees are not bored or unaware of what is happening next. They should be informed of the order of events and what to expect next. The overall experience should be in a relaxed fashion with enjoyment for all.
An experienced professional mc, show host or compere should ensure overall favourable guest experience at your event or function.