Disc Jockey
This is an upcoming field with more and more socializing. One can earn money by playing music. Initially this career was disrespected and no one even imagined that one could make money by playing music. To take up this career one has to passionate about music. A good DJ is the one who makes the crowd dance to his tunes without annoying the crowd. As a DJ you can earn well and also get appreciations for your work when people can’t stop dancing to your tunes.
It is the DJ who makes the crowd jump with excitement at parties and discotheques. They are also hired at private parties, weddings, birthday parties, etc. to keep the crowd engaged.
Key to Success
To be successful in Disc Jockeying you should have/ develop:
- A flair and in-depth knowledge of music
- Good sense of rhythm
- Creativity
Scope and Opportunities
Off late this profession is highly in demand. It is the demand of time that has made this career so important. There are number of opportunities in this field with the constant growth in the music and entertainment industry. Only if you build a reputation and name initially surviving in this field becomes easy.
Lifestyle & Social Status
- Entertain the crowd
- Work for long hours especially at night
- Continuously surrounded by music
- Well known Personalities in - DJ Praveen Nair
- DJ Aqeel
- DJ Tiesto
Job Profile
Disc jockeys
- Play the music suitable to the occasion
- Mixing of music
- Inventing new ways of entertaining the crowds
- Keep the crow on the high
- Understand the mood of the audience
- Create the ambiance
Skill Sets
- Communication Skills
- Technical Skills – making use of the requisite software or other instruments
- Techniques of combining and merging different soundtracks
- Management Skills
Work Value
- Flexible
- Satisfaction
- Achievement
- Working for Passion
Current Job Scenario
A disc jockey charges on per night basis in private parties, depending upon the size, venue, and nature of the party. He /She can earn anywhere between Rs. 5000 and Rs. 8000 per session. However, the earnings can vary on the basis of the popularity and reputation of a particular DJ.
Top Recruiters
- Radio stations
- Discotheque
- Night clubs
- Event Planners –for weddings, anniversaries, corporate events
Course Synopsis
| Course Options | Splinters DJ Course | Advanced DJ on CD Players Long Term | ||
| Academic Eligibility | No educational criteria | No educational criteria | ||
| Fees | Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 40,000 Per Annum | Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 40,000 Per Annum | ||
| Expenditure in Metro and Tier-1 | Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs | Rs. 2lakhs to Rs. 2.5 Lakhs | ||
| Expenditure in Tier-2 | Rs. 1.25lakhs to Rs. 1.75lakhs | Rs. 1.25lakhs to Rs. 1.75lakhs | ||
| Duration | 2 Months | 2 Months | ||
| Mode | Part Time | Part Time | ||
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Career Prospect
- Video jockey
- Radio jockey
- Disc jockey
Entrance Exam
- Not Available
Success Stories