About this role
DJ Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Use various formats including vinyl, CD or MP3, and a range of equipment such as turntables, mixers, microphones and amplifiers. Access to your own equipment and software.
• Play and mix records in clubs or bars, to create atmosphere and/or keep people dancing.
• Provide wide range of playlists and music mixes depending on the setting and choose music to suit your audience's taste and the venue's music policy.
• Have knowledge of music trends.
• Capable of interacting and have a good sense of humor with the public.
• Feed off the crowd and get the crowd involved with the activities and events of the venue for entertainment value.
• May operate lighting and visual effects in time to the beat.
DJ Qualifications
• At least one year experience with performing live, specifically with DJing for events/parties/nightclubs. Some technical training or schooling preferred. Must be 21 years of age. Must speak English fluently, other languages preferred.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the venue, the brand and the Company.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often to find specific music by name and answer guest's requests.
• Basic mathematical skills are used frequently.
• Required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
The DJ position requires the ability to perform the following:
• Strong ability to provide attention to detail.
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Handling objects, microphones, cables and other sound system products.
• Standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Must be able to move about the entire facility safely and efficiently.