# Gigstereo

> Gigstereo is a Colombian marketplace that connects event service providers (DJs, photographers, videographers, live bands, MCs, decorators, caterers and more) with clients hiring professional talent for weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, corporate events and other celebrations.

## What Gigstereo Does

Gigstereo makes it easy to find, compare and book verified event professionals across Colombia. Clients browse providers by category, city and price range, contact them through the platform, and pay securely in Colombian pesos (COP). Providers create profiles with photos, videos, ratings and pricing, then receive leads and reservations directly from clients.

## Key Features

- 25+ categories of event professionals
- Search and filter by category, city/location and price range
- Provider profiles with photo galleries, YouTube videos, ratings and verified reviews
- Direct messaging between client and provider through the platform
- Secure booking with deposit + balance, processed through Mercado Pago in COP
- Free starter tier for providers with optional paid plans for higher visibility
- Verified review system (1-5 stars, only clients with confirmed bookings can review)

## Service Categories

DJs, Live Bands, Solo Musicians, Singers & Vocalists, Photographers, Videographers, Comedians, Magicians, Face Painters, Caricaturists, Photo Booths, Event Planners, Florists, Caterers, Bartenders, MCs, Dancers & Dance Groups, Tribute Acts, String Quartets, Jazz Bands, Harpists, Pianists and more. Each parent category has subcategories for more specific searches.

## Supported Event Types

Weddings, Quinceañeras, First Birthday Parties, Birthday Parties, Corporate Events, Private Parties, Community Events, Religious Ceremonies, Holiday Events, Cultural Festivals, Fundraisers and Anniversary Celebrations.

## How It Works

1. Browse or search for the type of service you need.
2. Compare providers by reviewing their profiles, media and verified reviews.
3. Contact your preferred provider through the platform's messaging system.
4. Receive a quote, accept it, and pay the deposit through Mercado Pago. Settle the balance with the provider as agreed.

## Service Areas

Currently serving Colombia, with primary coverage in Medellín, Bogotá, Cali, Barranquilla, Cartagena, Bucaramanga and Pereira. Providers can serve clients anywhere in the country, subject to their own travel radius.

## Key Pages

- Home: https://gigstereo.com/home
- Browse all services: https://gigstereo.com/services
- Get quotes for your event (no account needed): https://gigstereo.com/cotizar
- Price guides by category and city: https://gigstereo.com/precios/dj-en-bogota (pattern: /precios/{category}-en-{city})
- Category landings: https://gigstereo.com/c/dj-en-bogota (pattern: /c/{category}-en-{city})
- Blog (event planning guides in Spanish): https://gigstereo.com/blog
- About us: https://gigstereo.com/sobre-nosotros
- Become a provider: https://gigstereo.com/join
- Privacy policy: https://gigstereo.com/privacy
- Terms and conditions: https://gigstereo.com/terms

## Public API

Gigstereo exposes a read-only public API for browsing services:

- Browse services: GET /api/services?category={slug}&city={city}&search={query}&page={page}
- Service detail: GET /api/services/{slug}
- Categories: GET /api/categories
- Service reviews: GET /api/services/{id}/reviews

## Operator and Contact

Gigstereo is operated by OPTIMUSFLY S.A.S. (NIT 901.004.928), Calle 44 # 92-31, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia.

- Website: https://gigstereo.com
- Support: support@gigstereo.com
- Legal / Habeas data: legal@gigstereo.com