DJ Entertainment - Palm Tree Club at Pointe Orlando

Live! Hospitality & Entertainment; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A hospitality and entertainment venue in Orlando is seeking a DJ responsible for performing and mixing music for events, enhancing guest experiences through crowd interaction. Candidates should have at least one year of live DJing experience, be fluent in English, and possess strong communication skills. The role requires night and weekend availability, along with physical ability to handle equipment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience performing live, specifically DJing for events/parties/nightclubs.
• Must be 21 years of age and fluent in English.
• Demonstrated ability to interact positively with guests and staff.

Responsibilities

• Play and mix records to create atmosphere.
• Interact with the crowd to enhance the entertainment value.
• Occasionally operate lighting and visual effects.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of music trends

Job description

DJ Entertainment - Palm Tree Club at Pointe Orlando

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.