One DJ. One Plan. One Unforgettable Night!
Planning a corporate event? You don’t just need music — you need the right energy, seamless timing, and a DJ who understands how to elevate the atmosphere without missing a beat. With over 20 years of experience in Auckland, I bring certainty to corporate functions — from the initial planning to the final song. You’ll deal directly with me, the owner and the DJ, every step of the way. No handovers, no random roster DJs — just consistency, professionalism, and peace of mind from start to finish.
Whether it’s a Christmas party, awards evening, product launch or team celebration, I’ll work with you (or your event planner) to deliver an entertainment experience that’s tailored, polished, and memorable for all the right reasons.
I provide tailored corporate entertainment for a wide range of occasions — including staff Christmas parties, awards evenings, product launches, store openings, fashion shows, conferences, brand activations, meetings, trade shows, exhibitions, team-building events, social club outings, and more.
If you’re planning something a little different or not listed here, I’d love to chat and see how I can help bring your vision to life with the right sound and energy for your audience.
Whether it’s a relaxed cocktail night, a client-facing event or a high-energy staff party, my corporate clients consistently book me for:
I tailor every performance to your company’s tone and crowd — from background ambience during dinner to dancefloor anthems that get everyone moving.
We have had Jono DJing our company events for the last few years and will continue to book him in the future. He is professional, fun and always plays the latest hits. He has a huge selection of music to choose from and is great with taking requests. He even dressed up in our Christmas Party theme last year!
Emily Harrison
ICG
We have had Jono DJing for our company Christmas Parties for several years now and he never fails to get our people up on the D-floor. He knows how to play to the crowd with a mixture of ages and musical preferences and always creates an awesome atmosphere!
Trudy McLachlan
ICG
I have required Jono’s DJ services numerous times and will always recommend him for functions. He is punctual, reliable and will take into consideration the environment and your music requests.
Katie Taylor
We hired Jono to DJ at our corporate ball. Jono was prompt, extremely professional, and his ability to read the crowd, and play the music that gets people dancing the night away was fantastic, as well as concluding the night with the perfect last song – Bohemian Rhapsody. We would hire him again in future without a doubt!
Megs Sharpe
Aurecon Group
We engaged Jono to provide music, sound and lighting for our workplace event. Jono was awesome, not only did he help us plan the best way to use the space for best sound and lighting, he also provided support to our facilitator. A true professional who made our event more fun and enjoyable.
Simon May
Nestle New Zealand
Gallery
Ridler DJ is a professional Auckland Corporate Event DJ with over 20 years of experience providing the perfect corporate entertainment to a number of companies throughout Auckland and New Zealand.
I pride myself on providing the best DJ service possible and ensuring your clients and guests have a fantastic time.
If you’re planning your Christmas party, conference, product launch, brand activation, gala dinner, team building day, store opening, sports event, social club night, awards evening or other, can work with you or your event organisers to ensure the event is a success.
No faceless roster—only the owner who planned everything shows up. You’ll never get a surprise substitute DJ.
I do more than play music. I help you plan the flow of the night — from guest arrivals and speeches to when to dim the lights and crank the volume. Need coordination with your venue, MC, or event manager? Consider it done.
I’m happy to advise on:
✅ Over 20 years of live event experience
✅ Auckland-based, fully mobile
✅ Professional, stress-free service
✅ Crowd-aware and playlist-savvy
✅ Flexible packages with optional extras
✅ Sound and lighting equipment included
✅ One point of contact from start to finish
Looking to go beyond just a great DJ set? I offer a range of Enhancements designed to elevate your event atmosphere and create memorable moments your team will be talking about long after the night ends.
These extras aren’t just add-ons — they’re event enhancers, helping you create a fully immersive experience that looks amazing, feels seamless, and keeps people engaged.
Whether you’re hosting a black-tie awards night or a high-energy Christmas party, these upgrades can add the wow factor and take your event to the next level.
If you’re not sure what will suit your event best, I’m happy to recommend options based on your venue, guest numbers, and overall vibe.
Because it’s the extra touches that often make the biggest impact.
No two events — or audiences — are the same. That’s why I take the time to discuss your music preferences in advance, making sure the soundtrack fits the tone, timing, and energy of your event.
From the rock ’n’ roll era of the ’50s to today’s Top 40, club anthems, R&B, classics, Kiwi favourites and more — I’ve got a massive, genre-spanning library to pull from. Whether you’re after background ambience during dinner or high-energy dance floor hits later in the night, I’ll curate the right mix for your crowd.
Got a specific vibe in mind? A “no-play” list? A company anthem you want to kick off with? No problem — I’m always happy to tailor the playlist to your preferences.
🎶 Music can make or break an event — I’ll make sure it’s a hit.
Not sure what kind of music will suit your event? I’ve got you covered.
Over the years I’ve curated playlists for everything from elegant awards nights and low-key team lunches to full-throttle dancefloors at Christmas parties. Whether you want laid-back acoustic, Top 40 bangers, 80s throwbacks, or something completely unique, I can help shape the vibe.
Popular themes include:
Tell me your crowd and I’ll help craft a soundtrack that fits — or leave it to me to read the room and deliver what works.
It’s NOT too late to think about your staff Christmas party! It’s a great reason to celebrate individual and team successes and a chance for the team to let their hair down a bit and get into the festive spirit! I’ve worked with a number of NZ businesses to make their corporate Christmas party a fun and memorable event for staff, partners, suppliers and more. Whether it’s an evening affair or an event during the day, I’m happy to work with you and provide the right sound and lighting solution you need to pull it all off.
Your corporate Christmas party can have a diverse range of people in attendance and I can cater the music and entertainment to suit everyone. From the latest hits to the singalong favourites, everyone is sure to have an amazing time!
Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate the events of the past year, anticipate the successes in the following year and show your team, guests and business partners how much you appreciate their hard work. An incredible party is a great way to bring everyone together, and the right music and DJing services can really elevate your event!
The middle and end of the year are the two most popular times of the year for corporate events. We suggest getting in touch as soon as you know the date and what it is you are after to ensure you don’t miss out. Even if your event is months away, I’ll be happy to discuss what I can do for you so that you can plan ahead. Remember, it’s better to book far in advance than to scramble to find entertainment.
Corporate Events can vary in nature and needs whether it’s a conference, a Christmas Party or a Staff Picnic or if it’s a mid-year event or pre-Christmas. Whatever it is, I know you want your event to be a success. These factors may play a part in the cost of your event so I suggest you get in touch to request a quote or discuss in more detail.