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Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

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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).

Business Breakdown

People in this career work in these sectors.

  1. Self-employed54.36%
  2. Private, for profit41.33%
  3. Private, not for profit4.31%

Industry areas

  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications

Job Outlook

Projected Job Growth (2022 - 2032)
-4%
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Overall employment of announcers and DJs is projected to decline 4 percent from 2022 to 2032. Despite declining employment, about 4,400 openings for announcers and DJs are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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