Chip,
Truly, whatever it is, it is a start.
You can be snide and scoff.
The concept you can't seem to grasp is:
There is NO oversight on the KJ side of this industry. There are almost no standards for KJ's anywhere.
It isn't about anyone being gullible. It is about distinguishing the legitimate, professional KJ from those who aren't.
It is a start.
It is apparent to me that you believe the certificates to be worthless. Your comments referring to lollipops and nappy time indicate your sarcastic condescending attitude that the certificates are childish. I would say that is typical of you. You contribute nothing to the thread, you just ridicule and play the antagonist. You are very consistent and predictable.
Food for thought:
(sorry for the hi-jack -- this is from another thread, but I believe it to be relevant)
Someone who is neither a cheerleader nor an advocate for the status quo actually asked some very pertinent questions. Let's see if you can grasp the overall concept by comprehending the context in which the issue is being discussed...
KJSandman, several times now you have referred to the "vetting" process now being offered by CB and SC. By using the term vetting, I get the impression that quite an extensive and thorough investigation into one's background, expertise and knowledge of the Karaoke industry, and so on must have been preformed. I am also assuming that it must have included more than simply verifying a 1:1 compliancy, or the term "Audit" would suffice.
Can anyone who has been through this process take a minute to answer a few questions for me?
-Of course, I am sure they checked your discs.
-Was any kind of background investigation necessary? Criminal history check? Credit check?
-Is there a certain amount of experience required being a kj/dj before the manufacturers will give thier blessing to use thier product professionally?
-Any proof of ability to operate various different types of sound equipment?
-Do they make sure that the potential candidate has the required personality to be a successful KJ?
-Are references from past venues necessary? References from any of your current singers?
The certificates, the audits, the covenants, the contracts, they are all pieces of the infrastructure that will eventually lead to standards and, hopefully, organization and oversight.
Big Joe manages to point out that "vetting process" seems to be insubstantial because there are other questions relating to vetting a KJ that would require established standards as well. He does this with respect and civility, two qualities that you seem to be utterly lacking.
The certificates are a start. Things have to change. There are those of us who believe that it is no longer acceptable to merely state that you are a KJ. A standard has to be set. Mfr's certification of your library is easy enough. Volunteer to meet a minimum standard, what have you got to lose? Do you have anything constructive to contribute? How about using your knowledge and experience to help define a minimum standard for KJ's to be "professional". My expectations for your reply lie somewhere between disappointing and dismal.