Disc Jockeys, Except Radio

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Disc Jockeys, Except Radio does

Select and play recorded music for events, clubs, radio streams, or online platforms while engaging audiences and building excitement. Mix tracks, take requests, and manage audio equipment.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.

Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

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• Talent Directors — $90,360/yr
• Producers and Directors — $90,360/yr
• Media Programming Directors — $90,360/yr