DJ Entertainment - Shark Bar Orlando

Live! Hospitality & Entertainment; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Live! Hospitality & Entertainment in Orlando is seeking a DJ to energize venues with diverse formats (vinyl, CD, MP3) and equipment. You’ll play and mix records to create atmosphere, tailor playlists to the setting, and keep audiences engaged.

Applicants should have at least one year live DJ experience, fluency in English, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The role may involve operating lighting and coordinating with staff.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience performing live.
• Fluent English required; other languages are a plus.
• Ability to interact with guests and staff in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Use vinyl, CD or MP3 formats with various equipment to mix and perform.
• Play and mix records to create atmosphere and keep people dancing.
• Tailor playlists to venue policy and audience tastes.
• Possess knowledge of music trends and engage the crowd.
• May operate lighting and visual effects in time to the beat.

Skills

Live DJ experience

English fluency

Audience interaction

Job description

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.

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