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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual dj in California is $40.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $67.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Virtual DJ is a professional who mixes and plays music for online or remote events using digital DJ software. They may perform for virtual parties, livestreams, or online radio stations, engaging audiences through music and interaction. Virtual DJs use various platforms to stream their sets and often rely on digital tools for mixing tracks, adding effects, and creating seamless transitions. This role requires strong music knowledge, technical skills, and the ability to entertain audiences in a virtual setting.

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As a Virtual DJ working remotely, your typical day may include selecting and mixing tracks, creating playlists, and streaming live sets on platforms like Twitch or YouTube. You’ll often interact with your virtual audience in real-time through chat, respond to song requests, and use digital tools to enhance the audio-visual experience. Time is also spent promoting upcoming shows on social media, networking with listeners and event organizers, and sometimes editing recorded mixes for later uploads. Remote Virtual DJs may also coordinate with other performers and manage technical aspects such as sound quality and broadcast reliability. This role combines musical performance with digital engagement skills to create lively, interactive sets for audiences worldwide.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Virtual DJ position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual DJ, you need a solid understanding of music mixing, audio production, and digital platforms, often supported by experience with DJ software and live streaming tools. Familiarity with applications such as VirtualDJ, Serato, or Traktor, plus basic audio equipment setup, is commonly expected, and certifications in music production or audio engineering can be advantageous. Outstanding communication skills, creativity, adaptability, and the ability to engage virtual audiences are key soft skills. These abilities are essential for delivering memorable virtual experiences, building a loyal following, and ensuring smooth, professional shows in an online environment.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Dj job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 30% Internship, 37% Part Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,475 per year, or $40.6 per hour.

Enrichment Instructor - DJ/Music Production

Torrance, CA

arc After School and Experiential Education
Education • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about arc After School and Experiential Educationexternal

$30 - $35/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

Position:  Music Production Enrichment Instructor
Starting Rate: $35/hour
Schedule: Part-Time
Experience: 1-3 YearsPosition Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Music Production Enrichment Instructor to teach middle school students the fundamentals of music production, beat-making, recording, and digital audio. The ideal instructor will have hands-on experience with the students for full engagement. The instructor will create a positive, supportive learning environment where students can explore their creativity while developing practical music production skills.

Responsibilities

  • Teach middle school students the fundamentals of music production and audio engineering.

  • Introduce students to ARC and related music production tools and workflows.

  • Develop engaging, age-appropriate lessons in beat-making, songwriting, recording, sampling, and basic mixing.

  • Guide students through creating original beats, songs, and music projects.

  • Teach foundational concepts such as rhythm, melody, arrangement, sound design, and digital audio.

  • Provide hands-on instruction and individualized support based on students' skill levels.

  • Encourage creativity, collaboration, confidence, and musical self-expression.

  • Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

  • Assist students in completing and presenting music projects.

  • Help maintain music production equipment, software, and classroom materials.

Qualifications

  • Experience in music production, beat-making, recording, or audio engineering.

  • Familiarity with ARC is strongly preferred.

  • Experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or working with middle school students is preferred.

  • Proficiency with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and music production software.

  • Strong understanding of basic music theory and contemporary music production.

  • Ability to explain technical concepts in a clear, age-appropriate manner.

  • Creative, patient, dependable, and enthusiastic teaching style.

  • Ability to create a safe, respectful, and encouraging learning environment.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience producing original music or releasing music professionally.

  • Experience with MIDI, sampling, virtual instruments, recording, and mixing.

  • Experience with additional DAWs or production platforms.

  • Classroom, after-school program, youth music program, or educational experience.

  • Portfolio, demo reel, or examples of original music production.

Compensation & Schedule

  • Starting pay: $35/hour

  • Part-time position

  • Schedule to be determined based on program and instructor availability

  • Opportunity to work with students in a creative, technology-focused music environment

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a working music producer and educator who can bring real-world music production experience into the classroom. You should enjoy working with young people and be able to balance technical instruction with creativity, encouragement, and fun.

To Apply: Please submit a resume, brief description of your music production and teaching experience, and examples of your work or portfolio. 

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