Tim White asked:


First of all, becoming a radio DJ is not as simple as one might think. There is much training involved as well as classes that you’ll need to prepare you on how to become a DJ. Whether you want to work at a local radio station or a national broadcast station, you’ll still need education and training.

If you are a high school student, you should fill your schedule with as many speech classes as possible, including extracurricular activities like drama and debate. However, if you have already graduated from high school, then consider taking classes at a local community college or accredited broadcasting school in your area. Why should you take speech and debate classes to become a DJ? Ask yourself this question: How often do you hear radio disc jockeys stumble through their sentences or say “umm” while they are on the air? Not very often. Knowing how to speak fluently and with articulation is very important when learning how to become a DJ. You should be able to speak clearly and precisely even if you are not familiar with the topic.
While attending college or broadcasting school you may be able to sign up for an internship, which will help you learn how to become a DJ. Ask your school about paid and unpaid internship opportunities. You could be closer to becoming a DJ with a radio internship on your resume.

Also, consider working part time at local parties as a DJ to provide you with more opportunities to practice working in front of people instead of in a radio broadcast booth. Becoming a DJ is hard work and you will have to be resilient if you find that radio stations do not accept you as an intern or if the internship is not exactly what you expected. There is always an opportunity to learn if you keep an open mind.

Learning how to become a DJ is not only about introducing music. You must also be able to read commercials, give news reports including weather and traffic, and conduct interviews. So speaking to people and in front of groups will help improve your speaking abilities. This is where all those speech classes will come in handy. In addition to taking classes, you can also record radio programs and then practice repeating the spoken parts to advance your speaking abilities. Do this many times until you can read the entire segment without oral inconsistencies or long pauses. Perform in front of friends and family, and also try to get small gigs at local weddings, house parties, small bars, and other holiday related events.

Another great tip on how to become a DJ is to go where radio personalities are making public appearances such as a grand opening of a new store, a charity drive or any other local event. Be an observer and hang out by the radio personality’s tent or broadcasting station, and when he is not on the air ask the DJ a few questions about how he became a DJ. Ask if you can shadow him sometime, or just sit next to him and watch and listen while he is at that event. Carry a business card or other paperwork with your contact information as well. You may be surprised when you get a phone call or email inviting you to tour the radio station and talk to the radio DJs while they are working live on the air.

Whatever you do to learn how to become a DJ, be persistent, learn as much as you can and then keep on learning, be passionate about it, and of course, become a student at a local accredited broadcasting school to ensure a future of success.



BOBBY

AwsiDooger asked:

This excellent race is already on YouTube, courtesy of cf1970. I’m posting this version because it includes the additional footage of Seattle Slew breaking through the starting gate before the race. It also includes extra coverage at the end of the race, including a slow motion replay of the final sixteenth. After breaking through the gate, Slew didn’t go nearly as far down the track as my stunned memory from 1978. Still, it would be hard to spin it as a positive, especially in a race that …

GILBERTO

I<3ct asked:


I read somewhere that the horse has to change leads during the race to avoid putting too much pressure on one leg.
How does the jockey do it? They can’t exactly use their legs.

SIMON

travelplus asked:


Is it cool to wear Jockey Elance bikini underwear(men) when flying or traveling. What colors and styles do you like to wear besides boxer shorts when traveling(men)? I know some people have special underwear that they like to wear when traveling.

WILBUR

Kjcowgirl asked:


I am Trying to figure out how much i would weigh if i added the stuff that is added to a jockey’s weight. i know that the saddle, silks, and boots are weighed too but i would like to know what else goes along with all that and how much all that weighs without the jockey’s weight. I am trying to work my way to becoming a jockey and i need all the info i can get. Thanks to anyone who will attempt this question!!!!!!

MORRIS

iphoneDJTV asked:

“iPJ” iPod Jockey turn your iPod into a DJ player with one click. iPJ syncs with iTunes on Mac and Windows computers by Wi-Fi. Then transfer favorite tracks for use with iPJ app. www.ip-j.net

ROBBIE

Race H asked:


I am only 5-4 but I need to lose weight. Do I need to work in the farm? Are there any other sports you recommend? Is there a market for surfers, jet ski racers, or wakeboarding?

ABDUL

grouch2111 asked:


It would seem once it is leading with a particular leg they would be stuck with that one.

DEMETRIUS

Equestrian/Jumper asked:


I have looked all over the jockey club and equineline.com data base also and i cant find out how to register him, just what to do and the fees. if anyone has experience please help me thank you.

VICENTE