In this video I break down five (plus a bonus) real-world ways beginner DJs can land their first gigs and start stacking momentum. The big theme is simple: as a beginner, it’s not about getting paid right away—it’s about getting out there. You need experience, you need exposure, and you need to build marketing presence, because business and DJing go hand in hand. I start with the easiest “in” you’ve already got: family and friends. Then I talk social media—if you’re practicing in your bedroom, film it, post it, and basically scream from the mountaintops that you’re a DJ so people remember you when events pop up. After that, I get into free events like spinning at parks or campuses (great practice and content), networking events like chamber meetups (tons of business owners in one room), and pop-up/downtown events where you can DJ for the community and collect leads. Bonus tip: create your own events—coffee shops, retail stores, even the mall. Do the reps now, build the skill set and awareness, and that’s how you work your way into paid weddings, corporate, bars, and clubs.