Career and Job Opportunities as a Radio Jockey

Jockeying generally involves three areas - Video Jockey (VJ), Disc Jockey (DJ) and Radio Jockey (RJ). All these three fields deal with music. Difference is in the place or media they use to reach the audience.

A Video Jockey is a host or anchor of a video (TV) programme while Disc Jockey plays host at a music party, orchestra etc.

A Radio Jockey is meant for hosting radio programmes. They are also called compere, programme presenter and announcer. But “Radio Jockey” sounds more 'cool' for younger generation especially when a programme is being hosted on FM.

In addition to playing music on air, a Radio Jockey also chats with the audience, keep them amused, provide information on topics such as music, weather, traffic etc. They also play requests from listeners, interview guests and manage contests.

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A RJ should be able to create bond with the listener, should be friendly, warm, and have a good voice and good command over the language. Youngsters are preferred as they have new ideas.

A Radio Jockey must have good voice and clarity while speaking 'on-air'.

Other qualities that a RJ should have are:

1. Should be well read and knowledgeable.

2. Should have knowledge of current affairs.

3. Should have idea of latest trends and fashion.

4. Should have the qualities to chat with the guest in the studio or audience over telephone.

5. Should be able to operate modern electronic gadgets like editing consoles and computer.

A systematic training is an added advantage.

Job and Career Opportunities as RJ:

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With Boom in FM Radio business, career and job opportunities as Radio Jockey (RJ) is also expanding.

The career opportunity for a Radio-Jockey or programme presenter is increasing day-by-day with the advent of private FM channels, community radio stations and government owned local FM radio stations

Apart from the regular employment, there are opportunities as casual or part time announcers or compere. There are career opportunities as a newsreader.

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