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Disc Jockeys, Except Radio
Overview
Play prerecorded music for live audiences at venues or events such as clubs, parties, or wedding receptions. May use techniques such as mixing, cutting, or sampling to manipulate recordings. May also perform as emcee (master of ceremonies).
Demand
Detailed Work Activities
Respond to customer inquiries.
Estimate time or monetary resources needed to complete projects.
Promote products, activities, or organizations.
Assemble electrical or electronic equipment.
Collect fares or payment from customers.
Confer with clients to determine needs.
Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
Record sales or transactions data.
Select resources needed to accomplish tasks.
Prepare sales or other contracts.
Conduct amusement or gaming activities.
Review audio or video recordings.
Maintain current knowledge related to work activities.
Edit audio or video recordings.
Mix sound inputs.
Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.
Maintain records, documents, or other files.
