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Employment Percentage
12.48437221
SOC ID
27-2099
SOC Title
Miscellaneous Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers
ONET ID
27-2091.00
ONET Concat ID
27209100
Median Salary
45209.34
Ed Level High School
80.959999
Ed Level Certificate
0
Ed Level Some College
8.94
Ed Level Associates
0
Ed Level Bachelors
10.09
Ed Level Masters
0
Ed Level Doctors
0
Typical Ed Level
a high school diploma or less
Career Description
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).
Core Tasks
  • Accept music requests from event guests.
  • Adhere to schedules to keep events running on time.
  • Advertise services using media such as internet advertising and brochures.
  • Assemble audio and video equipment.
  • Collect payments from customers.
  • Communicate with clients or venue owners to determine event information, such as music preferences, scheduling, and anticipated attendance.
  • Conduct sound checks to ensure equipment is working and appropriate for the venue.
  • Create itemized invoices to record amounts due for services rendered.
  • Create tailored playlists by aligning music with event functions.
  • Develop written contracts for bookings.
  • Encourage guests to dance using group dances, competitions, or other party games.
  • Lead party games, such as dance-offs or prize giveaways.
  • Listen to music before playing at events to ensure recordings are appropriate and meet quality standards.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of music releases and trends.
  • Mix, cut, or sample recorded music using DJ controllers, CDJs, or DJ mixers.
  • Operate disc jockey controller and other equipment, such as microphones.
  • Operate visual effects equipment, such as lights, fog machines, or lasers.
  • Organize music libraries or playlists.
  • Select and play music incorporating crowd preferences and mood.
Start Annual Earnings
16533.56
Top Annual Earnings
210298.34
EMSI Career Title Slug
disc-jockey-except-radio