Disc Jockey Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Disc Jockey (DJ) in the broadcasting industry is responsible for playing and mixing music, creating playlists, and interacting with the audience through various mediums like radio, TV, or internet platforms. DJs introduce and play music that is broadcast through AM, FM, digital or internet broadcasting. They may also comment on the music, weather, or news, and take and respond to music requests from listeners. Ideally, they should be knowledgeable about music genres and trends, have a pleasant and well-controlled voice, good timing, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Prior to becoming a Disc Jockey, one might work as a Radio Operator, Broadcast Technician, or an Audio Engineer. These roles provide a good foundation in understanding broadcasting equipment and the dynamics of live broadcasting. A degree in broadcasting, communications, or a related field is often required, and certification from a broadcasting school could be an advantage. Additionally, the ability to operate complex broadcasting equipment, a good sense of timing, a clear speaking voice, and the ability to think on one's feet are vital skills for a successful DJ.

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Kennywood - Show Host

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 20 days ago

Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states....

Bilingual In-Studio Game Presenter - Fluent Spanish & English Speaking A MUST

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Our online casino dealers host classic games like Blackjack, Roulette, and Baccarat with state-of-the-art broadcasting equipment out of our Philadelphia studio....

Wedding Disc Jockey

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Wedding Disc Jockey About the wedding Disc Jockey Position As a wedding Disc Jockey, you must be reliable, punctual, able to display a fun personality as you perform the events of a wedding reception...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

Moving to Pennsylvania? Find some basic demographic data about Pennsylvania below.


Local
National
13,002,700
303,027

Disc Jockey Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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DISC: 01. Introduction to DISC
Understanding the DISC personality model can help us understand ourselves and the people we work with. By the end of this lesson, you'll be able to apply your knowledge of DISC styles to enhance...
DISC: 02. DISC Questionnaire
This course guides participants through the DISC Questionnaire, helping them identify their dominant DISC style and understand their behavior in a work environment. Participants will learn how to...
Throttle Jockey - "Cropdusting"
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Salary for Disc Jockey Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Disc Jockeys in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.3%
Master's Degree
14.2%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
5.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Disc Jockeys in Pennsylvania
2-4 years
53.4%
Less than 1 year
13.4%
4-6 years
7.5%
10+ years
7.3%
6-8 years
6.5%
8-10 years
6.5%
None
3.0%
1-2 years
2.3%


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