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Occupation

Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).

High school

O*NET 31.0 · 27-2091.00

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

  1. 01Operate disc jockey controller and other equipment, such as microphones.
  2. 02Communicate with clients or venue owners to determine event information, such as music preferences, scheduling, and anticipated attendance.
  3. 03Adhere to schedules to keep events running on time.
  4. 04Collect payments from customers.
  5. 05Develop written contracts for bookings.
  6. 06Assemble audio and video equipment.
  7. 07Select and play music incorporating crowd preferences and mood.
  8. 08Conduct sound checks to ensure equipment is working and appropriate for the venue.
  9. 09Create tailored playlists by aligning music with event functions.
  10. 10Listen to music before playing at events to ensure recordings are appropriate and meet quality standards.
  11. 11Organize music libraries or playlists.
  12. 12Create itemized invoices to record amounts due for services rendered.

Task statements ranked by how many workers report them · O*NET 31.0

What the posting will be called

DJ (Disk Jockey)MC (Master of Ceremonies)Mobile Disc Jockey (Mobile DJ)Wedding Disc Jockey (Wedding DJ)

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Knowledge the job leans on

Customer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageCommunications and MediaSales and MarketingAdministration and ManagementEducation and TrainingAdministrative

Skills that carry over from service

Social PerceptivenessService OrientationTime ManagementCoordinationOperation and ControlPersuasionJudgment and Decision MakingOperations Monitoring