Courses to Become a Radio DJ

Can you tell me in detail about the Courses to become a Radio DJ?

[Kiran Chandar]

A radio disc jockey (DJ) works for radio stations and selects and broadcasts music for an audience. One specializes in a specific type of music, such as rock and roll, R&B, rap, country, soft rock or alternative. In addition to music, radio DJs may also make comments about any news related to politics, pop culture or sports and inform their audience about weather and traffic.

Job Requirements

Degree Level Bachelor's degree is typically preferred
Degree Name Communications, broadcast journalism
Experience Experience as a DJ will be valued over education
Key Skills Good communication and interpersonal skills as well as exceptional articulation and pronunciation
Computer Skills Must be proficient with computers, broadcast-related equipment and editing equipment
Technical Skills Prospective DJs must be able to operate a sound board that will feature advertisements, sound effects and music


Complete an Undergraduate Program
Candidates who are interested in becoming a radio DJ can enroll in an associate or bachelor degree program that will prepare them to work in the broadcast industry.

Depending on the school, candidates can enroll in a communications or broadcast journalism degree program. Candidates will take courses in radio announcing, speech, news reporting, broadcast writing and media research.

Although associate degrees are offered but as this is a competitive field in which bachelor degrees are necessary to be competitive even for entry-level jobs.

Step 2: Do an Internship
Colleges and universities may offer Candidates an opportunity to participate in an internship with a radio station.

While an internship may not offer Candidates a chance to get on air, but one can learn behind-the-scenes aspects of working at a radio station. This will also give them a chance to network and develop contacts in the industry.

Step 3: Get on the Air
Candidate need to get experience on air, and one may be able to find opportunities with their campus radio station.

College radio stations typically provide a hands-on environment where Candidates may gain real-world experience in the broadcast field. These stations often broadcast 24 hours a day.

Candidates learn about FCC rules, broadcasting law and ethics as well as personnel management and station programming while being provided with a chance to get on air.