Would you accept an offer of employment without knowing what was involved? No I’m sure you wouldn’t. So why do so many accept a request from one of their family or a close friend to be their wedding emcee without giving a thought to what's required in the role of mc at a wedding function?

Being the emcee is unpaid but nevertheless it is still a job. After all the wedding mc has to ensure the reception runs smoothly. That does not just happen. It requires detailed planning and organizing. Do you have theaptitudes for that?

The first thing you should do is arrange a meeting with the happy couple and ascertain your spin[responsibilities|duties[/spin]. There is no set role of master of ceremonies at a wedding so you need to know specifically what yours will be. It’s best to get this in writing so as to avoid any possible disagreements later on.

So what are the typical duties of a mc at a wedding? They may involve:

* lending a hand to show the bridal party to their position in the receiving line;
* announcing the arrival of the bride and groom;
* introducing yourself and explaining your role as the master of ceremonies for the festivities;
* formally welcoming the guests to the festivities;
* inviting the guests to take their seats for the serving of dinner;
* introducing the head table;
* introducing each speaker (including those giving a toast). Learn wedding master of ceremonies tips for introducing the speakers;
* inviting the bride and groom to cut the cake;
* announcing the first waltz;
* encouraging all the single girls to gather round for the tossing of the bride’s bouquet;
* arranging some party games suitable for all;
* inviting the guests to form a guard of honor for the exit of the bridal;
* letting the guests know when the reception will close; and
* saying farewell to the guests.

Speaking in public is said to create alarm and terror in many. It does not have to be. Follow these wedding emcee tips for public speaking.

The role of wedding mc is a very important one. Get it wrong and the reception could be notable for all the wrong reasons. Think I’m exaggerating? Check out the ways in which an ill prepared wedding emcee can create shambles. These are errors you clearly do not want to duplicate.

Doing your homework is the key to being an accomplished wedding master of ceremonies. Knowing you have thoroughly planned and organized everything helps to reduce the big day jitters. This will help you revel in the whole experience.