We can categorically state that the word "DJ” is not uncommon to an average person around the world. However the word "VJ” can be confusing without a Google search to a lot of people.. Well, the good news is, we are here to provide clarification on the similarities and differences between a DJ and a VJ in this article.

Are you a lover of music? Are you interested in mixing and playing music for a crowd of people? Or are you a lover of music, and you want to play and mix music for a large crowd of people but you are too shy to be in the spotlight? So, if you think the role of a DJ is out of the question, worry not! By the end of this article, being a VJ might be the answer you have been looking for. Before we jump right into the similarities and differences, let us first examine the mean of a DJ and a VJ. 

Who is a DJ? 

A Disc Jockey is popularly known as a DJ, This person is a professional who has expertise in mixing and playing music for people in parties, clubs, bars, or any other opening event. They use turntables, controllers and CDs to combine, mix, and play songs that suit the occasion or the place of the event. They play music from digital audio files on their computers too. The top reason why people employ DJs is due to the way they mix sounds and songs. They also make use of specialized speakers and sound systems that are loud, audible, and reach a far distance for their audience. 

The Job Description Of a DJ 

• Review and update of playlists 
• Provide suitable playlists for different occasions 
• Strong knowledge of new and trendy music 
• Ability to carry the audience along by playing music and following audience reactions 
• Strong knowledge of turn tables, controllers, and any other DJ equipment 
• Ability to set up all DJ equipment including speakers and sound systems 
• Swift decision-making (There may be a need to change entire playlists to suit guests on the spot)

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Who is a VJ?

A Video Jockey is recognized as a VJ mostly, this person serves as a visual media host, and an announcer, who creates and curates music for live performances and supports visual events. They introduce music videos and music live events or performances on visual music channels. If you watch HipTv, Soundcity, MTV Base on DSTv or GOTv then you will be familiar with these people. They sometimes do the top 10 music videos of the week and play according to requests from the audiences, they can also curate music videos according to the latest trends. 

The Job Descriptions Of a VJ 

• Research and be up to date with new music trends and videos 
• Great hosting and on-air personality 
• Strong knowledge of turntables and controllers used in curating music 
• Strong understanding of music and videos  
• Ability to carry the audience along by playing music and following audience reactions 
• Swift decision-making (There may be a need to change entire playlists to suit guests on the spot)
• Review and update of playlists 

Similarities between DJ and VJ 

• The VJ and DJ both play music to an audience 
• The VJ and DJ must both have a strong understanding of new music trends and stay up-to-date 
• The VJ and DJ both work with music, curating and creating playlists for the audience 
• They are both important to keep an event lively and interesting 
• They both need personalities to carry the audience along and engaged during events 

Differences between DJ and VJ 

• DJs work and play music "audio” to audiences physically While a VJ plays music "videos” to audiences visually at live events or performance 
• DJ works physically in Bars, Clubs, restaurants, or any ceremony they are called to While VJ works as host on a Visual Television channel for music programs 
• A DJ can be a behind the scene personality, they do not necessarily need to be in the spotlight While a VJ is always going to be in the spotlight because they are the announcer or host 
• DJ works with setting up their sound systems and speakers While VJ usually has technicians who help them with all the sound technicalities 

Average Salary of a DJ and VJ 

According to Salary Explorer, a DJ in Nigeria will typically earn around 91,700 NGN (lowest) to 308,000 NGN (highest) by the end of the month While a VJ is estimated to earn between 100,000 NGN to 400,000 NGN per month according to Glassdoor. 

From the above salary range, it is worth noting that there is no specific salary for a disc jockey and a video jockey and they will earn the same salary range. As we always say, choose a career that resonates with your passion, interests, and goals. If you are more of a spotlight person who enjoys music, you can consider becoming a VJ and if you prefer to not be in the spotlight while curating a playlist, you can consider becoming a DJ. 

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