Disc Jockey Jobs in Virginia

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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Disc Jockey jobs in Virginia edit

Demographic Data for Virginia

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

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Virginia

Local

National

Total Population

8,631,637

Number of Businesses

205,142

Disc Jockey Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Become A Radio Jockey

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Throttle Jockey - "Airventure Special"

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Throttle Jockey - "Cropdusting"

In the middle of nowhere West Texas, Chelsea gets into the weeds of a cropdusting operation and meets Terry, over 40 years of cropdusting flying. Curiosity Stream is a leading streaming platform...

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Salary for Disc Jockey Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Disc Jockeys in Virginia offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

65.3%

Master's Degree

14.3%

Associate's Degree

6.8%

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 Virginia

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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Disc Jockey position

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