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Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Median Salary
N/A
Job Outlook
0%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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 sectors do they work in?

Self-employed

68%

Private for profit

29%

Private not for profit

4%

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of announcers and DJs is projected to decline 0 percent from 2023 to 2033. Despite declining employment, about 4,800 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.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

10%

$0

Median
90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Music Technology
  • Recording Arts Technology/Technician
  • Audio Engineering Technology/Technician

Skills and Interest

No data available for this section.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.