How To Become a Disc Jockey

Disc Jockeys are considered the life of any party these days. No night club seems to be able to do without them. Also called, “Deejays”, they play music creatively for radio stations or nightclubs. The radio Disc Jockeys (called Radio Jockeys) not only play music but also talk about the news, sports and hold talk shows with celebrities or even the public. The disc jockeys working for clubs mix music and create special effects apart from providing enthusiastic comments in between.

They have to not only carry out music recording but also be good talkers. They need to record the latest and most happening music and do it in a way that is sensitive to the dancers’ requirements. The job is certainly not an easy one as most disc jockeys have to work very late hours and may have to face a lot of isolation due to the nature of their job. Moreover, there is not a very huge market in small towns and to be successful; they have to move to urban areas for more options.

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Have you considered a career in disc jockeying? It can be quite an exciting thing to do but it can also be a little bit scary as well. Being a disc jockey put you in the limelight at every party that you are playing at. The old saying is true, the DJ makes the party. So here are some point you should consider before journeying down the path of becoming a DJ.

First things first, make sure you mentor with another experienced this jockey before you invest into your own DJ business. You may find that you do not like disc jockeying once you’ve tried it. This is one job that has a certain romantic quality about it but once you have tried it you may not like it. Also an experienced mentor will help you to avoid a lot of critical mistakes that you could make. A good mentor should teach you the following traits, acceptable behavior as a DJ, moderating a crowd and proper selection of music as well as games.

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Low priced Disc Jockeys are not only ripping you off but there also ripping off themselves. A friend that is also a wedding DJ called me to tell me that he lost business to another DJ that charges less then half his price. The DJ also told this couple that he basically does the same thing my DJ friend does. Really? How can they do that?

I found out that this DJ business is a full-time husband & wife team that spends a great deal of money on advertising. So how can they make a livable wage charging clients much less an the average rate? first, they also provide video, second, since they advertise so much and charge a minimal fee, they book more weddings per week.
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I got a call from a potential client who left a message on my phone. She had called me previously to see about booking my services for a Holiday party. She called back a week latter to inform me that she had booked another DJ that was more reasonably priced. This particular client had seen me work a 50th wedding anniversary party, that is how she found me for her party. I am guessing she never had a chance to see this other DJ in action. If so, then how in the world does she know the other DJ is more reasonably priced?

The biggest misconception out there is all Disc Jockeys are the same, and the cheaper DJ is the better value. If all food were the same, why wouldn’t we all serve McDonald’s for important catered events? After all, it is the cheapest and you get the same results, right? McDonald’s is reasonably priced for fast food, but we do not serve fast food for important events like weddings or Holiday parties.
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Just a handful of decades ago, live music was the only option when you were seeking entertainment for a special event. Electronics and technology hadn’t yet evolved to the point where personalized music was available at the touch of the button. However, today you can get the best of both worlds with a disc jockey. These musical professionals provide live entertainment, tailored to your specific tastes and event. It’s so much more than just carefully picked music, though. Professionals are a part of the show themselves.

It doesn’t have to be complicated to choose a disc jockey. Like most things, the first place to start is with your friends and family. If you have been to a well planned event, that is even better. Let people know what you are looking for and ask for their opinions. They should be able to give you suggestions that will likely be a good fit for you. Once you have a few names, browse their websites, if available and get a feel for what the company has to offer. Finally, personally interview several candidates. While anyone can put up a flashy web page, it’s harder to fake a professional demeanor and attention to detail. These things can only be determined by talking to the musical professional yourself.
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