Gameday DJ - Esports (FWS / NFWS)

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

23d

About The Position

GCU Esports is seeking an experienced and energetic Student Worker DJ to provide live music and atmosphere for weekly Wednesday night esports competitions and special events. This role is critical in creating an exciting, professional, and engaging game-day environment for players, spectators, and staff.

Requirements

• Applicants must be current GCU students in good academic standing.
• Prior DJ experience is required, preferably in live event, sports, or esports settings.
• Candidates must own reliable DJ equipment (controller, laptop, cables, headphones, etc.) and be able to transport and set it up for every scheduled Wednesday night shift.
• Strong music selection skills, crowd awareness, and the ability to adapt in real time are essential.
• Dependability and the ability to commit to a consistent weekly schedule are mandatory.

Nice To Haves

• Experience DJing competitive gaming events, athletic events, or live productions is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with esports culture, popular gaming music styles, and hype-focused playlists is a plus.
• Experience coordinating with event staff, stream teams, or live production crews is also beneficial.

Responsibilities

• The Student Worker DJ will perform live DJ sets during Wednesday night GCU Esports events, curating music that matches the energy and pacing of competitive gameplay.
• They will set up, operate, and break down their own DJ equipment before and after each event, ensuring all audio runs smoothly throughout the night.
• The DJ will coordinate with esports staff and production teams to align music timing with match schedules, walk-ins, breaks, and hype moments, while maintaining appropriate volume levels and content suitable for a campus environment.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and consistency are essential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed