Temporary Employee - DJ

Since 1893, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston have played an essential role in opening doors and creating opportunities for young people across the city. For every youth in Boston and Chelsea, Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston are a life-changing force for opportunity and empowerment that enables future talent to reach their full individual potential as productive citizens and leaders, inspired to make a difference in the Greater Boston community.

About the role

As our Temporary Event DJ, you’ll be the energy architect of our BGCB pop-up clubs. You’ll read the crowd, set the tone, and keep a vibrant, lively event. Your mixes will shape the mood, your timing will drive the flow, and your presence will make the event truly memorable.

Responsibilities

• Curate and mix music playlists tailored to the event’s theme, audience, and energy level.
• Operate DJ equipment (turntables, controllers, mixers, software) to deliver seamless transitions and engaging sets.
• Read the crowd and adjust music selection in real time to maintain energy and engagement.
• Coordinate with event organizers, MCs, and other vendors to ensure smooth flow of the program.
• Set up and break down DJ equipment, ensuring all gear is handled safely and professionally.
• Make occasional announcements or introductions when required.

General BGCB Expectations

• Healthy Behavior Modeling – Teaching youth/teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCB priority. As a result, all staff is expected to model healthy behavior while working with our members.
• Inclusive Environment – BGCB values creating child-friendly environments, where youth/teens of all abilities can be successful and participate. BGCB expects employees to embrace its focus on inclusion of all members, regardless of disability or developmental challenge.
• Continuous Learning – Building the capacity of staff is central to BGCB. The organization encourages and requires that all staff participates in annual professional development opportunities that continue to cultivate their skills in the youth development field.
• Safe Spaces – Every staff member shares the responsibility for ensuring BGCB is, and remains, an environment free of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a DJ for live events, with a portfolio, playlist samples, or recorded sets to share.
• Proficiency with DJ software (e.g., Serato, Rekordbox, Traktor) and hardware (controllers, mixers, turntables).
• Strong ability to read and adapt to diverse audiences and event types.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to transport and set up your own equipment.

Pay

$40/hour – $60/hour, commensurate with experience.