Tropical Night Team – DJ

Latin Street Dancing; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 172,000; Part time

Job summary

Latin Street Dancing in Chicago is seeking a talented DJ to drive the vibe at Tropical Night events. You will curate tropical Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue and more, keeping the dance floor energized.

This weekly role covers Friday 2am-4am and Saturday 8pm-2am. Bring your own gear or adapt to venue equipment, mingle with guests, and coordinate with organizers for timing and transitions.

Qualifications

• Prior DJ experience in club or live events.
• Familiarity with tropical and international dance music genres.
• Comfortable with mixing, transitions, and beat-matching live.

Responsibilities

• Curate and perform high-energy sets tailored to a tropical night vibe.
• Read the crowd and adjust music style to maintain dance floor momentum.
• Collaborate with event organizers, instructors, and performers for timing and transitions.
• Set up and break down DJ equipment; bring your own gear if needed.

Skills

DJ experience

Tropical music

Beat-matching

Crowd reading

Job description

Can you turn up the heat with nothing but beats?
If you know how to move a crowd, this weekly gig is your spotlight!

Currently hiring DJs for Friday 2am - 4am and Saturday nights between 8 pm-2 am.

Overview:
We’re seeking a talented and versatile DJ to set the vibe for our Tropical Night events. The DJ will play an engaging mix of tropical Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha etc Latin dance music that keeps the crowd moving all night.

Responsibilities:

• Curate and perform high-energy sets tailored to a tropical night vibe.
• Read the crowd and adjust music style accordingly to maintain dance floor momentum.
• Collaborate with event organizers, instructors, and performers for music timing and transitions.
• Set up and break down DJ equipment (venue may provide gear, but be prepared to bring your own).
• Maintain a professional and fun presence while engaging with guests.
  Ensure smooth sound quality and volume control.

Qualifications:

• Prior DJ experience, especially in club or live event settings.
• Familiarity with tropical and international dance music genres.
• Comfortable with mixing, transitions, and beat-matching live.
• Punctual, dependable, and adaptable to last-minute changes.
• Must bring a fun, party-starting energy to every set.

Schedule growth and more work opportunities will be available down the road.