Course overview
DJ Skills In Depth will teach you everything involved in the Essential DJ Skills and Creative DJ Skills courses. From the fundamentals of what it takes to become a DJ such as technical aspects and music theory, to complex techniques such as harmonic mixing, acapella mixing, effects, scratching techniques, and much more. You’ll learn how to record, edit, and perfect a DJ mix using a DAW, so you will be able to create professional-sounding mixes for a range of scenarios (promotion, guest radio slots etc.). You’ll learn tips and tricks for establishing/maintaining a DJ brand and getting DJ gigs from professionals with a wide range of experience, as well as how to use Pioneer DJ’s Rekordbox software (in Performance mode) and how to utilise its creative features such as sample players, cue points and loops confidently during performances.
After completing a professional course at Point Blank, you’ll gain exclusive discounts and credit towards a range of other courses.
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Job outcomes
- Resident/Freelance DJ
- Music Publisher
- Music Producer
- Sound Designer
- Producer/DJ
- Music Promoter
- Remixer
- Sound Engineer
- Artist/Performer
- Artist Manager
- A&R/Label Manager
- VJ Artist
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
- 6 months
- 2-year course access
What is My Schedule?
Each module requires your attendance in one weekly masterclass which will be 2 hours long. The masterclasses take place between 7-9 pm UK time and will be on the same day each week. The masterclass day will be confirmed a week before the start of each term, but all classes are recorded and archived, so you can watch them back whenever it suits you if you can’t attend live. You will also be able to book five 1-2-1 sessions with your lecturer per module per term for additional support – these take place in weeks 2, 4, 6, 8 and 11 of your course.
Entry requirements
There are no academic requirements for this course. This course or programme is practical, and therefore aimed at those who wish to develop their skills to a professional standard.
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course caters for students who have little or no prior knowledge. Students with DJ experience can also greatly benefit from Point Blank’s world-renowned courses.
Materials
- Weekly high-quality videos
- 2 hours of Live Group Masterclasses per week
- 4 Live 1-2-1 Tutorials
- 2 year access
- Comprehensive well written course notes
- 24/7 access to forum
Testimonials
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DavidDJ Skills In Depth (Online)"The school has helped me a lot on the educational front and the networking and social side (DJ society, online events) has made it easier for me as an online only student to meet and collaborate with others. "
Delivery
As part of your course, you will get access to a range of Online Learning features to help you in your studies. We’ve enhanced our exclusive 1-2-1 sessions in order to provide you with individual time to speak to your lecturers and share your projects so you can get advice and guidance on specific areas of your assignments. You’ll get advice on your 1-2-1 tutorial exercises, course materials, academic assistance and carer/industry tips, and be able to ask any questions you want. You’ll also benefit from our purpose-built Virtual Learning Environment, which allows you to connect with the wider Point Blank community, and study at the time and place that suits you.
What support do I get during this course?
Throughout your course, you will be instructed and supported by our expert team of professional DJs. You will be able to contact them via the student forum, raise any issues that you may encounter on your course, and receive a timely response. All of the instructors are highly experienced in DJ-ing and/or have in-depth knowledge of the music business and will be able to offer valuable advice and guidance. You will also be able to participate in a weekly online masterclass where you can raise specific questions related to the module you are currently taking.
What equipment do I need to take this course?
- Computer
- Digital Audio Workstation (e.g. Ableton Live/Logic Pro or similar)
- Pioneer Rekordbox Software
- Recommended minimum entry-level controller (e.g. DDJ 400, DDJ-FLX4, DDJ-FLX6-GT)
Global Alumni
- Patrick Topping
- Nicole Moudaber
- Pete Tong
- Madam X
- Goldie
- Spoony
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The course caters for students who have little or no prior knowledge. Students with DJ experience can also greatly benefit from Point Blank’s world-renowned courses.
Subjects
This module provides students with a solid foundation across a range of DJ skills. You will develop knowledge of fundamental DJ techniques and music theory in order to perform cohesive mixes and develop the confidence to play live in the genre/s of your choice. The module also features Pioneer’s Rekordbox software, giving students an overview of the powerful features it offers including beat grids, exporting playlists, and organising music. Check out some of our DJ student success stories here, including Nicole Moudaber, Monki and more.
- Equipment Overview
- Cueing
- Drop Mixing
- Beat Matching
- Equalisation
- Transforming
- Rekordbox (Export Mode)
- Programming Mixes
- Recording a Mix
Creative DJ Skills will encourage creativity and experimentation in the approach to DJ-ing and equip you with performance and editing skills for a range of scenarios. You will develop knowledge of audio effects, harmonic mixing, acapella mixing, and scratching techniques, and develop confidence in performing using a range of creative DJ techniques and tricks. The module will introduce key creative DJ concepts and allow you to enhance your existing skills. You will also develop skills in recording, compiling, and editing DJ mixes, including creating bespoke idents/DJ drops and learning how to fix errors in mixes.
This module will encourage creativity and experimentation in the approach to DJ-ing and equip you with performance and editing skills for a range of scenarios. You will be encouraged to develop a critical understanding of a range of creative DJ techniques and principles. You will develop knowledge of audio effects, harmonic mixing, and acapella, as well as practical skills in the application of these in a DJ context. You will develop confidence in the live performance of music using a range of established creative DJ techniques.
The module will introduce key creative DJ concepts and allow you to enhance your existing practical skills using industry-standard DJ hardware. You will also develop transferable skills in recording and editing using a DAW, as well as critical listening skills, which will be relevant to a range of professional scenarios.
- Harmonic Mixing
- Acapella Mixing
- Rekordbox
- Effects
- Digital DJ tricks
- Scratching techniques
- Creative mixing techniques
- Building a DJ brand/career
- Recording & editing mixes
About Point Blank Music School
Point Blank's global network of schools is world-renowned for music education, and has now taught over 50,000 students how to make their mark in music. Our studios feature top industry-standard equipment including SSL mixing consoles, Ableton Push 2 controllers, Novation and Native Instruments keyboards, various outboard equipment, the latest Roland gear and Pioneer DJ devices, and a lot more.
If you want access to the best instructors, the best facilities, and the best connections out there, then join Point Blank’s global community now and step inside the music industry.
