Salary Range
Below $25,000 to $100,000+Overview
Disc jockeys (DJs) play recorded music for broadcast, satellite, and Internet radio stations or for parties, dances, and special events. On the radio, they intersperse music with a variety of advertising material and informal commentary. They may also perform such public services as announcing the time, the weather forecast, travel times, or important news. Interviewing guests and making public service announcements may also be part of the DJ's work. Approximately 26,500 radio disc jockeys and broadcast announcers and 21,000 non-radio disc jockeys are employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
High School DiplomaCertification/License
NoneOutlook
DeclinePersonality Traits
Creative
Outgoing
Talkative
Career Ladder
Program Director or Producer
Disc Jockey in Major Market
Disc Jockey
Radio Intern
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