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Job Description - Disc Jockey (DJ)
A Disc Jockey is employed to provide music to a variety of venues including nightclubs, pubs, discos, private parties and radio stations. DJ ing has become very popular in recent years and last year alone over 100000 turntables were sold in the UK! A radio DJ’s job may involve selecting and introducing music based on their listeners tastes, taking listeners requests and interviewing musicians. A mobile DJ may provide the music for wedding receptions, parties, company events and also sometimes provide karaoke, games and other activities. Dance music has become a global phenomenon. Club DJ,s can earn a very good wage and may get to travel worldwide. Some DJs work with MCs (Master of Ceremonies) who provide the DJ with vocal support and entertain the audience whilst the DJ concentrates on playing the music. DJs have been credited for keeping vinyl records alive and often scratch and mix their music for a unique sound. Qualifications & Training If you are thinking of becoming a DJ then a strong passion for music and an interest in a variety of different types of music is a good starting point. You may wish to specialise in a particular area e.g funk, garage, rap, hip-hop, or pop. Understanding basic electronics is useful for minor repairs of equipment. Many professional DJs are self-taught, as formal qualifications are not necessary to become a DJ. Many professional DJs started out their careers by volunteering their services at local radio stations, clubs and friends parties. It would be a good idea to compile a demonstration tape to show off your Disc Jockeying skills to potential employers. Although qualifications are not essential in becoming a DJ, the following education centres offers specialist courses. School of Audio Engineering (SAE) United House North Road London N7 9DP Tel: 020 7609 2653 Website: http://www.sae.edu SAE offer a six-week DJ certificate course. The SAE operate world-wide. Manchester MIDI School offering a 10-week DJ course Website: http://www.midischool.com Point Blank (Greenwich) Wide range of Short Courses in Music Technology, DJ-ing, Scratch, CD-Mixing including a course in Ibiza. Website: http://www.point-blank.co.uk Technics DJ Academy, Manchester. Courses from 2 days to 6 months. Website: http://www.s-s-r.com Personal Qualities Must have an outgoing and creative personality, an ability to interact with the audience. You must have a wide knowledge of music and be prepared to work unsociable hours. Quick Search: Click on links below to go directly to your area of interest..
Telephone Number Dialling Information All telephone numbers quoted in this section are expressed in local dialling format. If dialling from overseas the country access codes to be used in conjunction with your international prefixes are:-
UK 44 USA 1 Australia 61 Canada 1
In some cases the first zero of the telephone number will be need to be omitted if dialling from overseas, if in doubt please check with your local operator.
Useful Addresses & Contacts UK DJ Information Website: http://www.djinformation.co.uk Website where DJ's can advertise themselves and their music. Back to Quick Search Index USA DJ Zone Website: http://www.djzone.com Disc Jockey Information Portal the number one source for DJs on the Internet. Back to Quick Search Index Australia 3 Newton St, Richmond Vic 3121, Melbourne, Australia Tel: 3 9428 3600 Fax: 3 9428 3611 Email: melbeat@beat.com.au Website: http://www.beat.com.au Beat Magazine is a free street paper, published weekly, focusing on the music, arts and entertainment industries. Back to Quick Search Index Canada The Canadian Disc Jockey Association, National Administration Office, P.O. Box 92, Arva, On, N0M 1C0 Tel: 1 877 472 0653 Toll Free inquiry or 1 877 491 3331 for Member Services Fax: 519 457 0742 55 Website: http://www.cdja.org The Canadian Disc Jockey Association (CDJA) was formed in 1976 and is a non profit making trade association for Disc Jockeys. Back to Quick Search Index Inside Story from Someone in the Business - DJ Finch Inside Story from Someone in the Business - Ricky |
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