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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).
What a disc jockey, except radio does
Become a disc jockey, except radio
If you enjoy doing these activities, you might make a good disc jockey, except radio
- Talking to others.
- Keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements.
- Understanding people's reactions.
- Looking for ways to help people.
Discover what you could earn in Washington
- Typical hourly rate is $28 per hour with a typical salary of $18,000 per year.
- Half of workers earn between $25 and $50 per hour.
- Half of workers earn an annual salary between $2,100 and $16,200 per year.
- 32% of individuals in this occupation have been employed in every quarter of the past year.
Part-time
- The typical hourly rate for part-time workers is $26 per hour with a typical salary of $16,600 per year.
Disc Jockey, Except Radio job outlook
Multiple Jobs
- 1% of individuals in this occupation worked for more than one employer.
- 46% of individuals in this occupation held a position in another.