The average take-home for a disc jockey at the initial level is R10,000 to R20,000 a month. The hike in the package (as per the market conditions and label/club/music composer involved) depends on his/her caliber and popularity.

11am: Wake up 11.30am: Sit with playlist for the night 1.30pm: Lunch 4pm: Reach nightclub or lounge bar 5pm: Start playing for the early crowd 8.30pm: Evening warms up 12am: Start winding down 1am: Light dinner 2am: Go to sleep

.  An ear for good music, passion for music
.  Must be well versed with the basics of sound/recording
.  Should be creative with sound and rhythm
.  Someone with a nocturnal body clock will fit the bill just fine
.  You should be able to gauge the mood of the audience and play the right notes
.  Someone who can distinguish amongst various genres of music can work well with various tunes

.  Party while earning money
.  Get to hobnob with the high society clan  
.  Innovative work
.  Involves extensive travel
.  Have to work the graveyard shift
.  Can be physically taxing
.  You work when the others party
.  You can become an instant celebrity
.  You need to keep yourself updated on the latest software doing the rounds

What you study in high school does not matter as long as you have a keen interest in music. While you can enrol for a basic (beginner) DJ course right after Class 10, professionals suggest taking it head-on only after school. Once you are through with the basics, you can assist a professional DJ or musician to learn and master the tricks of the trade.